Coffee Hour Toffee Bars
Indulge in the irresistible combination of buttery shortbread, rich melted chocolate, and crunchy nuts with these Coffee Hour Toffee Bars. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and texture, these decadent dessert bars feature a golden, cookie-like base topped with semi-sweet chocolate and optional pecans or walnuts for a nutty crunch. Ready in under 40 minutes, they’re a crowd-pleaser ideal for casual get-togethers, everyday snacking, or a sophisticated accompaniment to your afternoon coffee or tea. With a simple prep process and pantry-friendly ingredients, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious—making it a go-to treat for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy. You can use an electric mixer for this step.
Mix in the egg yolk until well incorporated.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour into the wet mixture, mixing just until a cohesive dough forms. Do not overmix.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
Bake the base in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The center should be set but not overly firm.
Immediately after removing the base from the oven, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes to soften from the residual heat.
Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the base. If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts over the chocolate layer for added texture and flavor.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. For quicker cooling, you can place the pan in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Once fully set, cut the bars into squares or rectangles and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 306.9 g | 393% | |
| Saturated Fat | 169.6 g | 848% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 701 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 659.2 g | 240% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 433.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*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.
