Vegan Toffee Bars with Pecans – Holiday Baking Made Simple
Posted On December 19, 2025
These vegan toffee bars with pecans are buttery, crisp, and topped with chocolate and crunchy pecans—without any actual toffee. They’re an easy dessert that’s perfect for holidays, gifting, or a simple weekend treat.
The bars bake up with a rich, caramel-like flavor and a satisfying crunch from the pecans, making them a crowd-pleasing vegan dessert that’s both indulgent and simple to make.
Why You’ll Love These Vegan Toffee Bars
- No actual toffee required – all the flavor comes from simple, buttery ingredients.
- Dairy-free and egg-free, perfect for vegans.
- Easy method, ideal for prepping ahead.
- Crispy edges, chewy centers, and nutty chocolate topping.
- Great for holidays or everyday dessert.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Vegan Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Golden Flax
- Vanilla Extract
- All Purpose Flour
- Salt
- Pecans
- Vegan Milk Chocolate Bar or Vegan Chocolate Chips
- Flaky Salt, optional
Tip: Try a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
How to Make Vegan Toffee Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the flax egg, vanilla extract and salt.
- Add flour mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake 20 minutes, or until edges are just golden brown.
- Melt vegan chocolate and spread evenly over baked cookie crust.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans and flaky salt.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
Vegan Toffee Bars with Pecans
These easy vegan toffee bars feature a buttery, toffee-like cookie crust and dairy-free milk chocolate + pecan topping, perfect for holiday gifting or quick make-ahead treats.
Servings 32
Ingredients
- 226g (1 c) Vegan Butter room temperature
- 180g (1 c) Light Brown Sugar
- 7g (1 Tbs) Golden Flax ground
- 5g (1 tsp) Vanilla Extract
- 1.5g (¼ tsp) Salt
- 240g (2 c) All Purpose Flour
- 8 oz Oat Milk Chocolate Bar, or Vegan Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 125g (1 c) Pecans toasted and chopped
- Flaky Salt for finishing optional
Instructions
- Make the flax egg: Whisk together 1 Tbs ground golden flax + 3 Tbs filtered water in a small bowl. Set aside to thicken.
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and spray lightly with a non-stick spray.
- Make the toffee cookie dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, beat the vegan butter with the brown sugar, until fluffy about 1-2 minutes.
- Next, add in the flax egg, vanilla extract and salt. Mix well, about 30 sec-1 minute.
- Add in the flour and mix until dough forms and there are no dry bits remaining. Scrape dough into the baking dish and press into an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes and edges start to turn golden brown.
- Melt the chocolate: In a heatproof bowl for the microwave, or in a double boiler on the stove top, melt the vegan milk chocolate + 1-2 tsp of vegan butter. Use 30 second bursts and stir each time until *just* melted.
- Assembly: Pour melted vegan chocolate over the warm toffee cookie crust. Spread evenly, edge to edge with a offset spatula. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and lightly press into the chocolate so that it sticks. Lightly sprinkle with flaky salt, if using.
- Set aside to cool completely. Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out the baking dish. Cut into 32 small bars. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 5-7 days.
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Tips for Perfect Vegan Toffee Bars
- Press the dough firmly: Ensures a solid, even texture.
- Don’t overbake: Bars continue to firm up as they cool.
- Toast the pecans: Don’t skip toasting the pecans – it enhances the flavor and adds extra crunch
- Customize toppings: Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds, or add holiday sprinkles on top.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a holiday dessert with coffee or tea.
- Include in cookie boxes or gift tins.
- Pair with vegan whipped cream or a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for extra indulgence.
Vegan Toffee Bars Storage
- Room temperature: up to 5-7 days in an airtight container
- Refrigerator: up to 10 days
- Freezer: up to 2 months, either baked or dough
More Vegan Dessert Recipes
If you enjoyed these bars, you might also like:
- Vegan Pecan Pie Bars (No Corn Syrup!)
- Vegan Ginger Molasses Cookies
- Vegan Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles
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