Coffee Hour Toffee Bars Recipe

These irresistible Coffee Hour Toffee Bars are a holiday baking staple! A treasured recipe from a master baker, these bars boast the perfect balance of cinnamon spice and buttery toffee, with just the right thickness for satisfying indulgence. The easy-to-follow recipe makes these perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy coffee break. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 783.9 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Coffee Hour Toffee Bars

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How to Make Coffee Hour Toffee Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg yolk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Remove from oven and evenly distribute 1 (12 ounce) Hershey's milk chocolate bar, cut into small pieces, over the warm bars.
  9. Using a knife or spatula, gently spread the melted chocolate until smooth.
  10. Sprinkle with ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional).
  11. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

195g

Fat

122g

Carbs

28g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Coffee Hour Toffee Bars?

Coffee Hour Toffee Bars takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Coffee Hour Toffee Bars?

Coffee Hour Toffee Bars has approximately 783.9 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 28 g carbohydrates and 72 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Coffee Hour Toffee Bars?

The key ingredients for Coffee Hour Toffee Bars are Butter, Granulated Sugar, Egg Yolk, Vanilla, All Purpose Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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