These irresistible Toffee Bars are the perfect blend of convenience and indulgence! Starting with a cake mix makes these dessert bars incredibly easy to whip up, but the rich dark chocolate topping and crunchy toffee pieces make them taste completely homemade. Whether you need a quick dessert for a bake sale or a crowd-pleasing treat for your next gathering, these bars deliver big flavor with minimal effort.

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These chocolate toffee bars start with a cake mix base that bakes up into a rich, dense layer, topped with melted chocolate and toffee chips. The best part? No need to cream butter or make fine crumbs like traditional bar cookies – just mix, press, bake, and top! Once they’ve cooled on a wire rack, you’ll have an impressive easy treat that looks like it took hours to make.

What you’ll love about this this Toffee Bars Recipe:

QUICK & EASY – Ready in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients.
PANTRY STAPLES – Uses a cake mix and simple ingredients from the local grocery store.
CROWD PLEASER – Perfect for parties or sweet treats to share.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make these amazing Chocolate Toffee Bars:

White cake mix
All-purpose flour
Dark brown sugar- Light brown sugar works fine too.
Salt
Salted butter
Large egg- For best results, make sure your egg is at room temperature
Dark chocolate chips- You can use milk chocolate chips instead.
Toffee candy pieces

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Cake Mix: A white cake mix creates the perfect base, but yellow would work too.
Butter: Make sure it’s melted but not hot.
Dark Chocolate: Semi-sweet chocolate chips can be substituted.
Toffee: Found in the baking aisle near the chocolate chips.

HOW TO MAKE TOFFEE BARS STEP-BY-STEP:

Check out the quick visual guides below. For full instructions and ingredients, see the printable recipe card at the end.

STEP 1: Line a half baking sheet with parchment paper (or spray with baking spray) and preheat oven to 350°F.

STEP 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the white cake mix, flour, dark brown sugar and salt until combined.

STEP 3: Add in the melted butter and egg, and beat with a stand or hand mixer until a cookie dough forms.

STEP 4: Press mixture into the whole pan in an even layer. You may want to use a rolling pin to help flatten it if needed.

STEP 5: Bake for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown.

STEP 6: Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips in an even layer.

STEP 7: Allow the chocolate to set for 5 minutes and then spread with an offset spatula until smoothly spread and completely melted.

STEP 8: Top with toffee chips and allow the bars to cool completely.

STEP 9: Cut into squares and enjoy!

PRO TIP:

For perfectly even bars, use a rolling pin to flatten the dough in the pan. This ensures even baking and consistent pieces when cut.

Storage and Reheating

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container, or cover with plastic wrap and store for 4-5 days at room temperature.

Freezing: Freeze for 2-3 months in a freezer-safe container with layers separated by parchment paper

Additions & Substitutions

ADDITIONS:

Nuts: Add chopped pecans or almonds to the topping
More Toppings: Try sprinkles, crushed pretzels, or sea salt
Drizzle: Add a white chocolate drizzle for extra decadence

SUBSTITUTIONS:

Chocolate Chips: Milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips work well.
Cake Mix: Yellow cake mix can be used instead of white.
Toffee: Crushed Heath bars or any chocolate-covered toffee bits,.

FAQs about Dessert Bars Recipes:

Make sure to let them cool completely on a wire rack before cutting. A hot knife can also help make clean cuts.

What Can I Serve with these Dessert Bars?

These easy dessert bars are perfect on their own, but they’re also great served with coffee, tea, or a cold glass of milk. Add them to holiday cookie platters or serve them as a dessert at potlucks and parties.

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