Best 3 Terrific Toffee Bars Recipes

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Calling all toffee lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will culminate in creating a batch of terrific toffee bars that can delightfully satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family. This delectable dessert combines buttery shortbread crust, a gooey toffee layer that oozes richness, and a decadent chocolate topping, forming a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you step by step towards creating a spectacular treat that will please any palate. Let's dive into the world of fabulous baking and concoct these irresistible toffee bars that are guaranteed to make any gathering memorable!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TERRIFIC TOFFEE



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"This candy is one of those must-make treats my family requests at Christmas," says Carol Gillespie of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. "The buttery toffee, rich chocolate and crunchy nuts are a triple treat. Everyone who tries a piece asks for more."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 cup butter, divided
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
2 cups coarsely chopped almonds, toasted, divided

Steps:

  • Butter a large baking sheet with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a small bowl, combine semisweet and milk chocolate chips; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reaches 290° (soft-crack stage). Remove from the heat; stir in 1 cup almonds. Immediately pour onto prepared baking sheet., Sprinkle with chocolate chips; spread with a knife when melted. Sprinkle with remaining almonds. Let stand until set, about 1 hour. , Break into 2-in. pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TERRIFIC TOFFEE BARS



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These shortbread bars are really easy and have a great toffee taste!

Provided by Hannah Bushong

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Milk Chocolate

Time 1h10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg yolk
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup milk chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk in a large bowl; stir in flour and salt. Press dough into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until crust is light brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over hot crust. Let stand until soft, about 5 minutes, and spread evenly; sprinkle with nuts. Cool pan on wire rack for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 40.9 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

TERRIFIC TOFFEE BARS



Terrific Toffee Bars image

These shortbread bars are really easy and have a great toffee taste!

Provided by Hannah Bushong

Categories     Milk Chocolate Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg yolk
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup milk chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk in a large bowl; stir in flour and salt. Press dough into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until crust is light brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over hot crust. Let stand until soft, about 5 minutes, and spread evenly; sprinkle with nuts. Cool pan on wire rack for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 40.9 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality toffee. The better the toffee, the better the bars will be. If you can't find toffee, you can use caramel or butterscotch.
  • Don't overcook the toffee. If you overcook it, it will become hard and brittle. The toffee is done when it reaches a temperature of 240 degrees Fahrenheit or when it has turned a deep amber color.
  • Let the toffee cool completely before cutting it. If you cut it too soon, it will be sticky and difficult to handle.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the toffee. A dull knife will tear the toffee and make it look messy.
  • Store the toffee bars in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Toffee bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give toffee bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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