From a Creole word for a mixture of molasses and sugar. Toffee is a mixture of sugar, water and glucose; sometimes golden syrup or molasses is used for colour. It is cooked to a caramel stage, then cooled before being eaten.

A chewy and tender candy made of sugar and butter boiled together. Sometimes, other ingredients such as cream, nuts, or chocolate are added.

caramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets

A chewy candy made with water, sugar or cream and butter, and sometimes nuts or chocolate. Toffee is cooked to 260° to 310° depending on the recipe. Recipe: Toffee Bars

Toffee is a confection made by boiling molasses or sugar along with butter, milk and occasionally flour. The mixture is heated until the temperature reaches 150-160°C (302–320°F)—this is known as the hard crack stage to confectioners. While being prepared, toffee is often mixed with nuts or raisins.