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Here’s a delicious recipe for Pecan Toffee Squares — a rich and buttery treat with a crunchy toffee layer, perfect for holiday baking or any time you want to indulge in a sweet, nutty dessert!
Pecan Toffee Squares Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Toffee Layer:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves or chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling on top)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Once baked, remove it from the oven and set it aside to cool slightly.
2. Make the Toffee Layer:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Once the butter has melted and the sugar has dissolved, let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. The toffee mixture will thicken slightly.
- Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the baked crust, spreading it out with a spatula if necessary.
3. Add the Pecans:
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