Indulge in the rich and buttery goodness of Jesse's Toffee Bars, a classic dessert that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. These bars are easy to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolk and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Gradually stir in flour until well combined.
- Press dough into the prepared baking pan in an even layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot crust.
- Let the chocolate chips melt for a few minutes, then spread them evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts over the top and gently press them into the chocolate.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Interesting Facts
Toffee bars are a popular choice for bake sales and potlucks.
You can customize these bars by adding different types of nuts or topping them with caramel drizzle.
Store leftover toffee bars in an airtight container at room temperature.