Name: Cake Mix Toffee Bars Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-491718H3M13S
Total time: 3 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box yellow cake mix; 1 egg; 6 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 (8-ounce) bags chocolate toffee bits; 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

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Introduction

Cake Mix Toffee Bars are a simple yet indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion. With a buttery cake base, gooey toffee bits, and a creamy condensed milk topping, these bars offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors that everyone will love.

A close-up view of a stack of five thick, square dessert bars with a rich, golden-brown crust at the bottom, topped by a gooey, dark caramel layer mixed with chopped nuts, and finished with a slightly crunchy, light brown nut topping sprinkled with chocolate chips. The bars have a chewy and nutty texture, with visible chunks creating a layered effect. The image background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box yellow cake mix
1 egg
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 (8-ounce) bags chocolate toffee bits
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Step 3: Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish using your hands or the back of a spoon.
Step 4: Sprinkle the chocolate toffee bits evenly over the cake mix layer, ensuring full coverage.
Step 5: Carefully pour the sweetened condensed milk over the toffee bits, spreading it evenly to create a smooth top layer.
Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Step 7: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. For best results, refrigerate overnight to help them hold their shape when cut.
Step 8: Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles of your desired size and serve.

Tips & Variations

For a flavor boost, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the bars after baking to balance the sweetness.
Try different cake mix flavors like chocolate or spice for a new twist.
Add chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, or shredded coconut on top before pouring the condensed milk for extra texture.
Use gluten-free cake mix to make this dessert suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
Refrigerate the bars overnight before cutting for clean slices and firmer texture.

Storage

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, making sure they are completely cooled before storing. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week. These bars freeze well for up to 3 months if wrapped individually and kept in a freezer-safe container. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and enjoy at room temperature or microwave for 10–15 seconds to soften.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a stack of four square bars showing three clear layers: the bottom layer is a light golden crust with a rough texture, the middle layer is a creamy caramel in a smooth brownish shade, and the top layer is a mix of glossy melted chocolate chips and roughly chopped light brown nuts scattered unevenly. The bars have a slightly crumbly edge and are stacked on a white marbled surface. The lighting highlights the glossy and crunchy textures well. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

Yes, you can substitute yellow cake mix with chocolate, white, or spice cake mixes to create different flavor profiles while keeping the same easy method.

What can I substitute for toffee bits?

If toffee bits are unavailable, crushed toffee candies, chopped chocolate bars, caramel chips, or butterscotch chips work well as alternatives.