Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup clabber (sour milk)
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Line the baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the clabber, brown sugar, butter, and salt.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and let it cool to room temperature.
6. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut the toffee into small squares.
7. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer.
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 24 small squares.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 160
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Clabber can be substituted with buttermilk or sour cream.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or coconut sugar.
- Butter can be substituted with coconut oil or margarine.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, to the toffee mixture before pouring it into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle sea salt over the top of the toffee before it cools for a sweet and salty flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the toffee reaches the correct temperature.
- Stir the mixture constantly to prevent burning.
- Let the toffee cool completely before cutting it into squares.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- Clabber toffee does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the toffee on a platter with a decorative ribbon.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle sea salt over the top of the toffee for a sweet and salty flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Clabber toffee is a dessert and does not require a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the toffee does not reach the correct temperature, it will not set properly. Make sure to use a candy thermometer and cook the mixture until it reaches 240°F.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when working with hot sugar. It can cause severe burns.
Food history:
- Clabber toffee is a traditional Southern recipe that dates back to the 19th century.
Flavor profiles:
- Clabber toffee has a rich, buttery flavor with a hint of tanginess from the clabber.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the toffee as a sweet treat after dinner or as a snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Buttery, Caramelized, Nutty