Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent dessert that combines the rich, gooey goodness of chocolate chip cookies with the irresistible crunch of toffee bits. These Gooey Chocolate Chip Toffee Bars are not just a treat – they're a culinary adventure that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises to deliver mind-blowing flavor and texture that will have everyone begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup toffee bits
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips and toffee bits using a rubber spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula and smoothing the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then use the parchment paper to lift the bars out and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into 16 equal squares. For clean cuts, use a sharp knife wiped with a warm, damp cloth between slices.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the perfect creamy texture when creaming with sugars.
- Don't overmix the batter – mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bars tender.
- Use parchment paper overhang for easy removal and clean cutting of bars.
- For extra gooeyness, slightly underbake the bars and let them set at room temperature.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips – dark, milk, or semi-sweet all work wonderfully.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting for clean, precise squares.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain maximum freshness and soft texture.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg
