PISTACHIO BROWNIE TOFFEE BARS

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These coveted brownie bars are homey and chocolaty awesome. They've been a sought-after staple on Christmas cookie trays for years. -Troy Shaw, Warrenton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg yolk, room temperature
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup canola oil
1 large egg, room temperature
TOPPING:
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips, melted
3/4 cup chopped salted roasted pistachios

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually beat in flour, mixing well. Press onto bottom of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake until golden brown, 12-14 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine brownie mix, water, oil and egg until blended., Spread brownie batter over hot crust. Bake until center is set, 14-16 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Spread melted chocolate over top; sprinkle with pistachios. Let stand until set. Cut into 36 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

sabir Jatt
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I'm going to make these bars for my next potluck. I'm sure they'll be a hit.


Siddhartho Mondal
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These bars look so rich and decadent. I can't wait to try them!


Rukel Nath
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I'm not sure about the combination of pistachio and toffee, but I'm open to trying something new.


Dilaver Dolat
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I'm not a big fan of toffee, but I'm willing to give these bars a try.


Grandy Mangan
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I love pistachio anything. I'm sure these bars are no exception.


Marie Banister
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These bars sound so delicious! I'm going to have to try them soon.


Mehreen Mehreen
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I'm definitely going to make these bars for my next party.


Gift Editor
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These bars look amazing! I can't wait to try them.


ASMAU ABDU-ALIM
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I had some trouble getting the toffee layer to set. I think I might have cooked it for too long.


Craig Wilson
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These bars were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would use less sugar next time.


Sharon Bailey
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I'm not a huge fan of pistachios, but I really enjoyed these bars. The brownie base is fudgy and the toffee layer is perfectly crispy. I would definitely make them again!


Levi Aceckerman Gaming
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste fresh. The pistachio flavor is my favorite part!


Austin Roberts
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The pistachio flavor is subtle but definitely there, and the toffee layer is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again!


paul morkel
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These pistachio brownie toffee bars were a hit with my family! They're so rich and decadent, with a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. The toffee layer is especially delicious, and it pairs perfectly with the chewy brownie base. I'll definit