# toffee

/ˈtɑfi/ (US) · /tˈɒfiː/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/toffee
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a sweet, sticky candy made by boiling sugar with butter and sometimes nuts or raisins. It is usually golden brown and has a chewy texture.

For teachers: a confectionery made by boiling sugar with butter and often nuts or dried fruit. It is typically golden in colour and has a chewy, brittle texture.

## Examples

- I love to eat toffee with a cup of tea.
- The shop sells handmade toffee in small glass jars, perfect for a quick snack.
- While traditional toffee is made with just sugar and butter, modern variations often include salted caramel or dark chocolate to create a more complex flavour profile.

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