Easy Toffee Bars
Crunchy, buttery, and irresistibly sweet, these Easy Toffee Bars are the perfect treat for any occasion! Made with a simple shortbread base of brown sugar, butter, and flour, they’re baked to golden perfection before being topped with a luscious layer of melted chocolate. Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for an optional crunch that elevates every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and only a handful of pantry staples, this recipe is a quick and fuss-free way to satisfy your toffee cravings. Perfect for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or indulgent snacking, these bars are easy to slice, serve, and share. Don't forget—it’s the perfect dessert for those seeking a sweet creation with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until fully dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the butter and sugar mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it into an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the top is set.
Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot base. Let the chocolate sit for 5 minutes to melt, then use a spatula to spread it evenly over the surface.
If desired, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the melted chocolate, pressing them down gently to ensure they stick.
Cool the bars completely in the pan, then transfer them to the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set fully.
Once the chocolate is firm, slice the toffee bars into squares or rectangles and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1235 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 392.2 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 725 mg | 15% | |
*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.
