ALMOND TOFFEE SQUARES

Ingredients

• 26 graham wafers
• 1 cup salted butter
• 1 cup packed golden brown sugar
• 2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted and chopped

Directions

1. Place graham wafers in a single layer in a non-stick foil-lined 10x15 inch rimmed baking sheet, cutting graham wafers as needed to fill pan. Graham wafers should fit tightly; set aside.
2. Place butter and brown sugar in a small heavy sauce pan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes.
3. Pour butter mixture over graham wafers and spread evenly. Let stand for 3 minutes.
4. Sprinkle chocolate chips in a single layer on top of butter mixture. Let stand for 4 minutes or until chocolate chips are almost melted. Spread melted chocolate chips evenly over butter mixture. Sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate, uncovered, until firm.
5. Remove pan from refrigerator. Let stand for 20 - 30 minutes. Using foil as an aid, lift square from pan and cut into squares. Remove squares from foil. Store layered with parchment paper. May be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 1 week.