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Butter Brickle Graham Cracker Bars

These Butter Brickle Graham Cracker Bars are a sweet, crunchy delight! Perfect for any gathering, they’ll leave your guests asking for more.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars:
  • 12 whole cinnamon graham crackers
  • 1 cup salted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 large egg slightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup toffee bits
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup salted butter softened
  • Milk to moisten mixture
  • 1 dash vanilla extract
  • Additional chopped pecans for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Grease your 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter or cooking spray.
  3. Step 3: Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs and set aside.
  4. Step 4: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, slightly beaten egg, and milk. Whisk until well blended. Add the graham cracker crumbs, chopped pecans, and toffee bits. Stir until evenly mixed.
  5. Step 5: Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
  7. Step 7: In a separate bowl, combine the powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Add milk as needed to moisten until spreadable.
  8. Step 8: Once the bars are done baking, spread the topping evenly over the warm bars and sprinkle with additional chopped pecans.
  9. Step 9: Allow to cool completely in the dish before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Freeze bars layered with parchment paper for up to three months.
  • For a nut-free version, skip the pecans or substitute with seeds.