Decadent Chocolate Toffee Crunch Bars
Indulge in the rich and buttery layers of our Decadent Chocolate Toffee Crunch Bars. This delightful treat combines a crumbly, buttery base topped with a luscious toffee layer and an irresistible smooth chocolate finish. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a decadent dessert at home, these bars are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a delightful crunch from toasted pecans, they offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Whether for a special occasion or just because, these bars will be a crowd-pleaser!
36
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (none)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
cold butter
1/2 cup (cut into small pieces)
toasted pecans
1 cup (chopped)
brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
butter
2/3 cup (unsalted)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9” x 13” (3 L) baking sheet with parchment paper, allowing it to hang over the sides for easy removal.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup cold butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. It will appear dry.
3
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the layer is compact. Then, generously sprinkle the chopped toasted pecans over the top of the crust.
4
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the 2/3 cup of unsalted butter and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar. Stir constantly until the mixture begins to boil. Allow it to boil for exactly one minute, then carefully pour it over the pecans.
5
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly.
6
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top. Let it sit for 3-5 minutes to soften, then carefully spread the melted chocolate to cover the entire surface.
7
Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for approximately 10 minutes. Transfer to the refrigerator to set the chocolate for about 30 minutes.
8
Once the chocolate is set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut them into squares. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Decadent Chocolate Toffee Crunch Bars.
What is the description of these bars?
They are rich and buttery bars with a crumbly base, a luscious toffee layer, and a smooth chocolate finish topped with toasted pecans.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 36 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 180 degrees Celsius.
What size baking sheet is needed?
Use a 9x13 inch (3 L) baking sheet.
How should the baking sheet be prepared?
Line it with parchment paper, allowing it to hang over the sides for easy removal.
What ingredients are used in the crust?
The crust consists of 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup cold butter.
How do you mix the crust?
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
What is the texture of the crust before pressing?
The mixture will appear dry and crumbly.
How do you prepare the crust in the pan?
Press the crumb mixture evenly and compactly into the prepared baking sheet.
What kind of nuts are added to the bars?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped toasted pecans.
When should the pecans be added?
Sprinkle them over the top of the crust before adding the toffee layer.
What ingredients make up the toffee layer?
The toffee is made from 2/3 cup unsalted butter and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar.
How do you prepare the toffee mixture?
Combine the butter and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly.
How long should the toffee mixture boil?
Allow the mixture to boil for exactly one minute.
Where is the toffee poured?
Carefully pour the boiled butter and sugar mixture over the pecans.
How long should the bars be baked?
Bake the bars for 18 to 20 minutes.
How do you know when the baking is finished?
The topping should appear bubbly.
What type of chocolate is used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
When are the chocolate chips added?
Immediately after removing the bars from the oven, sprinkle the chips evenly over the top.
How long do the chocolate chips need to sit?
Let them sit for 3 to 5 minutes to soften.
How do you finish the chocolate layer?
Carefully spread the melted chocolate to cover the entire surface.
How long should the bars cool at room temperature?
Allow them to cool for approximately 10 minutes before refrigerating.
How long should the bars be refrigerated?
Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
How do you remove the bars from the pan?
Lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang once the chocolate is set.
How should the bars be sliced?
Cut the set bars into squares.
What are the serving suggestions?
Serve the bars at room temperature or chilled.
What is the category of this recipe?
These are categorized as Bar Cookies.
How many total ingredients are required?
There are 7 main ingredients required for this recipe.
Can I use regular butter for the crust?
Yes, the recipe specifies cold butter cut into small pieces for the base.