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Saltine toffee

Saltine Toffee: Irresistibly Sweet and Crunchy Holiday Treat

Saltine toffee, a sweet-salty treat, combines buttery toffee and chocolate, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 sleeve Saltine Crackers The crunchy foundation for a delightful texture.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Swap with vegan butter for a dairy-free twist.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Can be replaced with dark brown sugar for a richer flavor.
Topping
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Try dark chocolate for a more intense taste.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional; almonds are a great substitute.
  • Flaky Sea Salt Elevates the flavors; kosher salt works too.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange a full sleeve of saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of light brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat until boiling, about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the saltine crackers and quickly spread to ensure even coverage.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until bubbly and slightly darkened.
  6. Sprinkle 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let sit for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Spread the softened chocolate evenly over the toffee layer.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped nuts and flaky sea salt.
  9. Cool at room temperature for 1-2 hours, then break into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for longer freshness, but it may lose some crispness. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before enjoying.

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