Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars Recipe

Indulge in Giada De Laurentiis' decadent Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars! This irresistible recipe, featured on her 'Giada at Home' show (episode: Food & Fun), combines a buttery shortbread crust with a creamy mascarpone chocolate topping and crunchy toffee bits. Perfect for a special occasion or a delightful treat any day of the week!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 162.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars 15

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Ingredients for Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars

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How to Make Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Position rack in the center of the oven.
  2. Lightly grease a 7x10 inch nonstick baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper, leaving a generous overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the cookie dough (see ingredients), 1/2 cup of the chopped chocolate-toffee candy pieces, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Using damp fingers, press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Prick the dough all over with a fork.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown.
  7. Let the crust cool completely for at least 15 minutes.
  8. While the crust cools, melt 1 cup of chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a medium bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until smooth and melted. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes.
  9. Whisk in 8 ounces of mascarpone cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  10. Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup chopped chocolate-toffee candy pieces and 1/4 cup sliced almonds over the chocolate layer.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate layer is completely firm.
  13. Carefully lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
  14. Cut into 1 1/2 x 2 inch bars and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

16g

Carbs

6g

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