Toffee Crunch Bars - A Simple, Satisfying sweetmeat

If you're finding for a uncomplicated dessert method that only includes a few ingredients, and is easy and quick to make, these toffee crunch bars are just what you've been searching for. You probably already have all of these ingredients in your refrigerator and pantry. And, from start to finish, it takes less than 20 minutes to make this yummy dessert that adults and kids alike will love. The bars hold together well so they're excellent for lunch boxes, picnics, buffets, and potluck suppers.

Toffee Crunch Bars

Food And Dessert

1 c. Shortening (like Crisco, do Not use butter or margarine)
1 c. Brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. Vanilla
2 c. Flour
1 tsp. Salt

Cream shortening and brown sugar. Add egg and vanilla and beat well. Mix in flour and salt. Press into greased jelly roll pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 12-14 minutes (until brown on the edges). Frost immediately with chocolate powdered sugar frosting (recipe follows).

Powdered Sugar Frosting

2 c. Powdered sugar
2 Tbsp. Shortening
2 Tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp. Salt
Milk

Put the dry ingredients into a saucepan. Add enough milk to make a thick paste. Stir over low heat until the shortening melts and all is well combined. Add an additional one tablespoon or so of milk to make the frosting runny. As soon as the toffee bars come out of the oven, pour the frosting over the hot bars. Use a knife to spread it wholly over the whole surface. The frosting will set as the bars cool. Cut the bars into squares when the frosting has set. Store well covered at room temperature.

Toffee Crunch Bars - A Simple, Satisfying sweetmeat