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Ingredients
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Crust
Caramel Filling
Toffee Layer
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch tart pan evenly.
- 2
Bake the Crust
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
Caramel Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of water. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring. Allow to boil until it turns a deep amber color (about 10-12 minutes).
- 4
Add Cream and Butter
Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream and butter until smooth. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- 5
Pour Filling
Pour the caramel filling over the cooled crust. Let it set for about 15 minutes.
Toffee Layer Preparation
- 6
Make the Toffee
In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cook until it begins to bubble. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.
- 7
Layer the Toffee
Spread the toffee mixture evenly over the caramel layer. Allow to cool completely.