What causes toffee to crystalize?

[bhella]

Hey folks, ever wonder what makes toffee go all grainy and crystallize? I've read it's all about the sugar mishandling its form when cooking, maybe due to stirring too much or temperature issues. This chemistry in the kitchen can make or break a batch. Got any tips or science bits to prevent this crystallization?

 

[EvanSeeker]

Toffee can crystallize mainly due to sugar not dissolving properly or if it gets stirred too much while cooking. It’s all about keeping the temperature steady and avoiding too much movement! Using a clean pot and avoiding moisture can help too. Happy toffee-making!

 

[Cookie2122]

Hi. Toffee crystallizes when sugar isn’t fully dissolved, the temperature fluctuates, or the mixture is stirred too much.

 

[𝐀 𝐋 𝐄 𝐗 𝐈 𝐔 𝐒]

Hey folks, ever wonder what makes toffee go all grainy and crystallize? I've read it's all about the sugar mishandling its form when cooking, maybe due to stirring too much or temperature issues. This chemistry in the kitchen can make or break a batch. Got any tips or science bits to prevent this crystallization?

Yeah, crystallization happens if you stir too much or the sugar gets too hot too fast! Try adding a bit of corn syrup or lemon juice to help prevent that grainy vibe. Thanks for the tip, I’ll def give it a go next time!