Churro Saltine Toffee

Churro Saltine Toffee is a delightful dessert that pairs the crispy goodness of Saltine crackers with sweet, buttery toffee and warm spices, creating a crunchy, caramel-like snack perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 24 pieces

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Toffee Base

1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 sleeve Saltine crackers About 40 crackers
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup powdered sugar Optional, for garnish

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the Saltine crackers in a single layer, covering the entire sheet.

Making the Toffee

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring frequently until the mixture reaches a gentle boil. Allow it to boil for about 3-4 minutes without stirring.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the Saltine crackers, ensuring to cover them evenly.

Baking

Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the toffee is bubbling.
While baking, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the hot toffee layer.
Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips on top and let them sit for a minute to soften. Then, spread the melted chocolate over the toffee.
For a nice finish, sprinkle powdered sugar on top if desired.

Cooling

Allow the toffee to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 weeks. Can be frozen, just separate layers with parchment paper. Expert tips include ensuring the toffee mixture bubbles for proper flavor and experimenting with different chocolates.