Toffee Bar Brownies

1 (20 ounce) package brownie mix

1 pkg. (4 serving size) instant chocolate pudding mix

8 (1.4 ounce) bars chocolate-covered English toffee bars, divided

2 (8 ounce) containers frozen whipped topping, thawed

Prepare brownies according to the package directions, and let cool. Crumble the surface of the brownies with a fork.

Prepare the chocolate pudding mix according to the package directions, and immediately pour over the brownies. Allow the pudding to set.

Using the handle of a wooden spoon or table knife, crush the toffee bars, still in their wrappers, and sprinkle 7 crushed toffee bars over the pudding.

Spread the whipped topping over the crushed toffee bars with a spatula, and sprinkle 1 crushed toffee bar over the top for decoration.