Toffee Bars Recipe

Introduction

These Toffee Bars are a delightful combination of buttery crust, rich toffee, and melted chocolate. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, they’re easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup + 3/4 cup Toffee Bits
• 1/3 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
• 1 tbsp Butter, melted
• 1 cup Chocolate Chips
• 1/2 cup Butter, softened
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar, packed
• 1 1/4 cups Flour
• 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with non-stick spray and set it aside.
2. Step 2: Beat together the softened 1/2 cup butter and packed 1/2 cup brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: Add the flour and salt to the butter mixture and stir until combined. The dough will be crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
4. Step 4: Press the crumbly mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
5. Step 5: Remove the crust from the oven and sprinkle 1/4 cup toffee bits evenly over the top.
6. Step 6: Mix the sweetened condensed milk with the melted butter, then pour this mixture evenly over the toffee bits.
7. Step 7: Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 7 to 10 minutes, until the filling is bubbling.
8. Step 8: Take the bars out of the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips on top. Let them sit for 3 to 5 minutes to soften, then gently spread the chocolate to cover evenly.
9. Step 9: Immediately sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup toffee bits over the melted chocolate to finish.

Tips & Variations

• Use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips for a deeper chocolate flavor.
• Chill the bars for an hour before cutting to make slicing cleaner and easier.
• Substitute toffee bits with chopped nuts for a crunchy twist.

Storage

Store the Toffee Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to a week. Let refrigerated bars sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften the chocolate.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter in this recipe?

Yes, but reduce or omit the added salt to avoid making the bars too salty.

What if I don’t have sweetened condensed milk?

You can substitute with an equal amount of evaporated milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of sugar, though the texture and sweetness may vary slightly.

Toffee Bars Recipe

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Deliciously rich and buttery Toffee Bars featuring a crumbly brown sugar crust layered with sweet toffee bits, condensed milk, and smooth chocolate chips. These bars offer a perfect balance of crunchy toffee and melty chocolate, ideal for dessert or snacking.

• Author: Luna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 16 bars 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Base

• 1/2 cup Butter, softened
• 1/2 cup Brown Sugar, packed
• 1 1/4 cup Flour
• 1/4 tsp Salt

Toffee Layer

• 1/4 cup Toffee Bits
• 3/4 cup Toffee Bits (for topping)
• 1/3 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
• 1 tbsp Butter, melted

Chocolate Topping

• 1 cup Chocolate Chips

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8 x 8 inch baking dish with non-stick spray to ensure easy release of the bars and set aside.
2. Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup softened butter and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Gradually add 1 1/4 cups flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt until the mixture is combined. The dough will be crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
3. Form and Bake Crust: Evenly press the crumbly mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish forming a compact layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
4. Add Toffee Bits: Remove the crust from the oven and evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup of toffee bits over the warm crust to create the first toffee layer.
5. Prepare and Pour Sauce: In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Pour this sweet, buttery mixture evenly over the toffee bits on the crust.
6. Return to Oven: Place the pan back in the oven and bake for an additional 7 to 10 minutes, or until the mixture starts bubbling, ensuring the toffee melts into the crust.
7. Add Chocolate: Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle 1 cup chocolate chips evenly over the hot filling. Allow them to soften for 3 to 5 minutes, then gently spread the softened chocolate into a smooth layer over the toffee.
8. Top with Remaining Toffee: Finally, sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup toffee bits on top of the melted chocolate layer for an added crunchy texture.

Notes

• Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
• Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
• For easier spreading of chocolate chips, you can briefly warm them in the microwave before adding on top.
• Use high-quality toffee bits and chocolate chips for best flavor.
• If you prefer a gooier texture, slightly reduce the initial bake time of the crust.

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