Description
These Chocolate Toffee Pecan Shortbread Bars are a delightful treat, featuring a buttery, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. The rich chocolate and crunchy toffee bits create a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, making each bite an irresistible experience.
Ingredients
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- Shortbread Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup toffee bits
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Press the shortbread mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot shortbread base. Let sit for 5 minutes to melt.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the shortbread, then sprinkle with toffee bits and chopped pecans.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars, about 1 hour.
Notes
- These bars can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the bars for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- You can substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 100 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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