You’re going to go crazy for these Toffee Cookie Bars! Simple cookie bars topped with a decadent chocolate layer, almonds and toffee bits – just delicious!
This recipes comes to you via my sister, Melissa. She in turn got it from a coworker. How did I get my hot little hands on it? My bridal shower! Have you ever gone to a shower where they ask you to bring you favorite recipe for the bride? My shower was like that and let me tell you, I treasure those recipes!
There are so many good ones that I find myself turning to time and again.
Recipes like these easy Toffee Cookie Bars.
It’s hard not to fall in love with these bars at first glance. You can easily see those crunchy almonds and sweet toffee bits dotting the rich, chocolate layer below. All this sits upon a simple but delightful cookie crust.
This recipe is perfect for a crowd. The chocolate layer is so rich and decadent that small squares are really ideal. Feeling indulget? Cut them into the large bars that I’ve pictured.
You seriously can’t go wrong.
I really love the simplicity of this recipe and since it calls for ingredients that I always have on hand, it’s easy to to make when I’m in a pinch. The bars are so pretty and elegant even, that they are perfect for parties and get-togethers.
Heck.
These would be great for bridal showers 🙂
Toffee Cookie Bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp salt
- 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips I used mini chocolate chips
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup Heath toffee bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line a 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugars together in a large mixing bowl.
- Beat in egg, vanilla, and salt.
- Gradually mix in flour.
- Press dough into baking dish and bake for 22-25 minutes or until set.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of cookie and return to the oven for an additional 2 minutes.
- Use an offset spatula to spread chocolate chips in an even layer.
- Immediately sprinkle on almonds and toffee bits.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
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Tasha @ Designer Trapped in a Lawyer's Body says
Trish, these look AMAZING! Pinning and sharing!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh thank you so much Tasha!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
I think toffee is a totally underappreciated flavor. This looks like an awesome way to celebrate it!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Me too Erin! I plan on using it LOTS more 🙂 T
Kathi @ Deliciously Yum! says
These bars would totally be the perfect thing to make for a crowd – if they ever make it that far :). I would have a hard time around these since I am obsessed with toffee. Absolutely incredible – as always!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You are so sweet Kathi 🙂 I always forget about toffee and then bam! I’m in love again 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Julia says
These look delicious! My mouth is watering! I’d love if you’d come link them up at Tickle My Tastebuds!
Julia @ Mini Van Dreams
Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says
You’re right, it’s hard not to fall in love with these at first site!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Julianne!
marcie says
I would go crazy over these toffee bars, Trish — toffee is my favorite candy and these bars look incredible! Hope you’re having a great Memorial Day! 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
We had a wonderful Memorial Day Marcie! Just trying to get through the last days of school right now 🙂 Might need to make up some more bars…;)
Kayla says
These look sooo delicious! I love the crumbles crunchy bits on top!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
That’s the best part Kayla 🙂 Thank you!
Katherines Corner says
Oh my goodness so many to choose from! Love all of the nuts you put on top of your toffee bar yumminess. Hugs P.S. I invite you to share this at my Thursday hop ( you can link up through Sat)
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks so much Katherine!
Mir says
I love these! My mom used to make them when we were kids, and they’re so addictive. Sometimes I’ll put in almond extract instead of vanilla for an extra almond punch, but they’re heavenly either way!
And yours look absolutely perfect!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I love using almond extract but haven’t tried it in these bars – now I simply must 🙂 Thanks Mir!
Janet says
These look delicious. I am going to try and make them with gluten free flour. Thanks for the recipe.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Let me know how that works out Janet!
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says
That’s such a fun idea for a bridal shower! I’m definitely keeping that in mind for the future. 😉 You’re so lucky to receive this recipe — the bars look fantastic!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank Amy! And yes, it is SO fun! I am totally going to do that for any future bridal showers I plan because those recipes are so useful.
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
Now that’s one crazy awesome looking bar cookie!!! They look delicious…I love all that toffee sitting on top of the chocolate!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Jocelyn!
Ala says
You’re right–I do absolutely love these, Trish! It’s amazing how neatly you got them to cut, but I guess they don’t get as brittle as the toffee saltine bars I love love love making for “best recipe” events. Have you tried them? They’re the perfect combo of salty and sweet. These, though, look absolutely gorgeous and like something I’ll have to make very soon. Thanks for sharing this!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yes! They are sooo good! My Aunt used to make those all the time and we couldn’t keep our hands off of them! Thanks Ala!
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Trish they’re gorgeous! All those layers, the toffee, the salty and sweet, mmm! pinned
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Averie!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Oh, I love these. All the best things in one place. PERFECT!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you Dorothy!