Delicious Toffee Shortbread Cookies

I had planned to post these toffee shortbread cookies the day after my first trimester update (like I said in that post), but then… life happened and work was crazy, then we went to Hawaii for 10 days, and I’m basically a horrible person, ha. BUT today I’m back with these AMAZING toffee shortbread cookies for you!!!

Can you ever forgive me?!

What if I bake these toffee shortbread cookies and bring them to your house?! Creepy? Kinda. BUT holy moly. These cookies y’all… THEY ARE SO WONDERFULLY DELICIOUS.

We’ve got a pretty standard shortbread cookie recipe here that I junked up by adding chopped SKOR BARS to make toffee shortbread cookies. Y’all… in my opinion, Skor bars are the most unrated candy bars ever.

Thin slab of butter toffee covered in a milk chocolate… drool. THEY ARE SO GOOD. Have you had one?! If not, stop reading this and go buy one NOW.

Back? Good. Isn’t it delicious?! TOLD YOU. Ready for this amazing toffee shortbread cookie recipe?! Like a month late? I thought so lolz.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temp
• 1 ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 Skor bars (1.4 oz each), chopped

How to make Toffee Shortbread Cookies

Step 1:

In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and brown sugar together on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy. Add in the vanilla extract, then mix until combined. Reduce speed to low, then add in the flour and salt, then beat until a dough comes together. Finally, mix in the Skor bar pieces until evenly distributed.

Step 2:

Pour the dough out onto a floured work surface, then divide the mixture into two. Mold each half into a log about 8 inches long. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap, then chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours (overnight is a fine option too!).

Step 3:

Once the dough is chilled, preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Slice each log into 12 evenly sized cookies, then place them on the prepared baking sheets (12 on each sheet). Bake for 12-16 minutes or until brown and set around the edges.

KITCHEN EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Stand mixer with paddle attachment (or a handheld mixer and a large bowl)
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife and chopping board (for the Skor bars)
• Plastic wrap
• Parchment paper
• Baking sheets (2)
• Oven
• Cooling rack
• Spatula

WHAT TO EAT WITH THESE TOFFEE SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Toffee Shortbread Cookies are my go-to during the holidays, but I honestly make them year-round now. Recently, I dipped half in chocolate and sprinkled toffee bits and almond slices on top, my kids love helping with that part.

I brought them to a playdate after serving spicy Buffalo Chicken Tacos for lunch, and the sweet-salty combo was a total hit. I paired the meal with corn and avocado salad, honey lime fruit skewers, and sparkling lemonade.

For dessert, the cookies disappeared faster than I could plate them! Simple and always the most requested treat I make.

FAQs

What are toffee shortbread cookies made of?

They are made from butter, brown sugar, flour, salt, vanilla, and chopped Skor candy bars.

What does toffee shortbread taste like?

The shortbread is soft and the toffee adds a little extra sweetness.

Can I use milk chocolate instead of Skor bars?

Yes, if you can’t find Skor bars.

Do I have to chill the dough?

Yes, chilling helps the dough firm up so the cookies hold their shape and don’t spread too much in the oven.

Can I freeze the dough?

Absolutely.

How do I store baked cookies?

Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes.

What’s the best flour for this recipe?

All-purpose flour works perfectly.

Can kids help make this recipe?

Definitely.

Are these cookies super sweet?

They’re sweet, but not too sugary.