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Churro Saltine Toffee

A delightful combination of saltines, toffee, chocolate, and cinnamon that satisfies your sweet tooth and is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the toffee base
  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers Enough to line a baking sheet in a single layer
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
For the toppings
  • 1 to 1.5 cups semi-sweet (or white) chocolate chips Optional but common for a chocolate layer
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Mixed with granulated sugar for churro-style coating
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar Mixed with ground cinnamon for churro-style coating
  • Flaky or coarse sea salt Just a sprinkle on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 175 °C (350 °F). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease it.
  2. Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet, covering the entire surface.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, and let it bubble for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes a syrupy caramel.
Baking and Topping
  1. Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the layer of crackers, using a spatula to spread so all crackers are coated.
  2. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 5–7 minutes, until the toffee is bubbling.
  3. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee layer. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes to melt, then spread evenly with a spatula.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the chocolate layer. Then sprinkle a light pinch of flaky sea salt on top if desired.
  5. Let the toffee cool completely at room temperature or place in the fridge for faster setting.
  6. Once set, break into bite-sized pieces and serve.

Notes

Store your Churro Saltine Toffee in an airtight container at room temperature. It will keep fresh for about a week. If you refrigerate it, it may get a little sticky when taken out.