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Salty Coffee Toffee Bars

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  • Author: Amy
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 16 bars
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and rich coffee flavors with these Salty Coffee Toffee Bars. Featuring a buttery cracker base, toasted pecans and walnuts, and a decadent coffee-vanilla toffee syrup, these bars are topped with bittersweet chocolate and butterscotch chips for an irresistible finish. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt enhances every bite, making these bars a must-try for any dessert lover. Perfect for gifting, snacking, or satisfying a sweet and salty craving!


Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup chopped raw pecans
  • 1/2 cup chopped raw walnuts
  • 30 rectangular buttery crackers (such as Club)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips
  • Cooking spray
  • Flaky sea salt

Instructions

  • Preheat & Prep – Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Arrange Crackers – Lay the crackers in a single layer in the dish, covering the bottom completely.
  • Make Toffee Syrup – In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, sugar, salt, and espresso granules, stirring occasionally. Bring to a boil and cook for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Assemble & Bake – Pour the toffee mixture evenly over the crackers. Sprinkle chopped pecans and walnuts on top. Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Add Chocolate & Chill – Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate and butterscotch chips over the hot toffee. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours to set.
  • Finish & Serve – Once set, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and cut into squares. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Swap pecans and walnuts for almonds, hazelnuts, or omit them for a nut-free version.
  • Try white chocolate chips instead of bittersweet for a sweeter variation.
  • Graham crackers or pretzels can replace Club crackers for a different texture.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.