Toffee Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan; set aside.
2. 2
   To make the crust, in a bowl, beat 3/4 cup butter and brown sugar using electric mixer on medium speed until combined.
3. 3
   Beat in the egg yolk; stir in the flour and salt with a wooden spoon until well mixed.
4. 4
   Using floured hands, press dough into bottom of prepared baking pan.
5. 5
   Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until light brown; cool on a wire rack.
6. 6
   To make the filling: in a saucepan, heat and stir the sweetened condensed milk and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat until bubbly; cook and stir 5 minutes more (mixture will thicken and become smooth).
7. 7
   Stir in vanilla; spread filling over baked crust.
8. 8
   Bake 12-15 minutes more or until top layer is golden brown.
9. 9
   Sprinkle chocolate pieces evenly over the top; bake for 1-2 more minutes or until chocolate pieces melt.
10. 10
    Remove from oven; set on a wire rack.
11. 11
    Using a flexible spatula, immediately spread chocolate evenly over baked layers; sprinkle with almond brickle pieces.
12. 12
    Cool completely on a wire rack; cover and chill until chocolate is set; cut into squares or triangles.