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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 48 |
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These shortbread bars have the taste of toffee without the hassle of making candy. They're attractive addition to a cookie tray. Ruth Burrus, Zionsville, Indiana Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened |
1 cup packed brown sugar |
1 egg yolk |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
6 milk chocolate candy bar (1.55 ounces each) |
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually add flour and salt, beating until smooth.
2. Press into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 17-19 minutes or until light golden brown. Immediately place chocolate bars on top; return to the oven for 1 minute. Spread melted chocolate over bars; sprinkle with pecans. Yield: about 4 dozen.
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