When is National English Toffee Day?

Sunday January 8th

National English Toffee Day, January 8th, honors a favored confection that has been enjoyed around the world for generations. This delectable treat comes with some confusion about the difference between English toffee and just plain toffee.. Despite the chaos, it's a delectable treat no matter how you crack it.

According to some, English toffee is a harder candy than the American version. Some believe it's the other way around. Some believe the Americans add nuts, but the toffee in the United Kingdom doesn't have nuts. This hard, sometimes chewy candy is made by caramelizing sugar, either way. The Heath bar is a special candy bar made with an English toffee core. It is sometimes enrobed in chocolate and topped with nuts.

There is one major difference between British toffee and American toffee, however; the British make toffee with only brown sugar, not white. And although they do not add nuts, they will still have a layer of chocolate. With English toffee, don't be afraid to try dark, milk, or white chocolate. All varieties have a unique texture and flavor..

However, both the American and British versions are enjoyed all year round.