Butter Toffee Nut Bars
Rich, buttery, and irresistibly nutty, these Butter Toffee Nut Bars are the ultimate treat for dessert lovers. Featuring a golden shortbread crust topped with a luscious toffee glaze studded with a medley of crunchy pecans, almonds, and walnuts, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet and salty. A drizzle of optional semi-sweet chocolate adds an extra layer of decadence, making these bars a show-stopping addition to any dessert table. With just 15 minutes of prep, these indulgent bars come together quickly and bake to caramelized perfection, delivering 24 squares of pure bliss. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you’re craving a little sweet satisfaction, these nutty toffee bars are guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1.5 cups chopped mixed nuts (such as pecans, almonds, and walnuts)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional for drizzle)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing just until a dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Prick the dough with a fork several times to prevent bubbling during baking.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the topping.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and fold in 1.5 cups of chopped mixed nuts until evenly coated.
Pour the nut mixture over the partially baked crust, spreading it into an even layer with a spatula.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the topping is bubbling and golden.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Optionally, melt 0.5 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and drizzle over the cooled bars for an extra indulgent touch.
Once fully cooled, lift the bars out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 24 squares or rectangles and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.4 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.4 g | 457% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 713 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 683.7 g | 249% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 456.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.6 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 2060 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
