Holiday Toffee Bars

Holiday Toffee Bars
80 min.
32
140kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of holiday baking with our irresistible Holiday Toffee Bars! Perfectly crafted to bring warmth and joy to your festive gatherings, these bars are a sweet treat that everyone will love. With a rich, buttery base and a luscious layer of melted chocolate, they are sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked goods wafting through your home as you prepare these delectable bars. The combination of brown sugar and butter creates a soft, melt-in-your-mouth crust that serves as the perfect canvas for the creamy milk chocolate topping. For those who enjoy a little crunch, a sprinkle of chopped nuts adds an extra layer of texture and flavor, making each bite a delightful experience.

Not only are these Holiday Toffee Bars a feast for the senses, but they are also incredibly easy to make, taking just 80 minutes from start to finish. With 32 servings, they are ideal for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season or any special occasion. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these bars are sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • cup butter softened
  •  egg yolk 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.7 cup milk chocolate chips 
  • 0.5 cup nuts chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, vanilla and egg yolk. Stir in flour and salt. Press in pan.
  2. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until very light brown (crust will be soft). Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on hot crust.
  3. Let stand about 5 minutes or until chocolate is soft; spread evenly.
  4. Sprinkle with nuts.
  5. Cool 30 minutes in pan on cooling rack. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories140kcal
Protein3.82%
Fat51.73%
Carbs44.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.27
Glycemic Load
4.42
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0630434497219%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:139.85kcal
6.99%
Fat:8.17g
12.56%
Saturated Fat:2.08g
12.97%
Carbohydrates:15.79g
5.26%
Net Carbohydrates:15.37g
5.59%
Sugar:8.85g
9.84%
Cholesterol:6.07mg
2.03%
Sodium:87.69mg
3.81%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:1.36g
2.72%
Vitamin A:262.19IU
5.24%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.1%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.5%
Selenium:3.05µg
4.35%
Folate:16.38µg
4.1%
Vitamin B3:0.58mg
2.88%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.87%
Iron:0.51mg
2.83%
Phosphorus:22.33mg
2.23%
Copper:0.04mg
2.19%
Magnesium:7.66mg
1.91%
Fiber:0.41g
1.65%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.59%
Calcium:14.01mg
1.4%
Potassium:45.43mg
1.3%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.04%