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Churro Saltine Toffee

Indulgent Churro Saltine Toffee You'll Crave Forever

Churro Saltine Toffee is a delightful combination of salty crackers, sweet toffee, and rich chocolate, making it a must-try treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: easy cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee
  • 40 crackers Saltine crackers these create the perfect salty crunch for your base.
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter helps create that rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar combined with butter, it forms the sweet toffee layer.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic flavor to enhance the sweetness.
For the Chocolate Layer
  • 12 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips these provide a luscious, melting chocolate topping.
  • ¼ cup Heavy cream helps create a smooth ganache that elevates your dessert.
  • ¼ cup Vegetable oil adds shine and smoothness to your ganache.
For the Churro Topping
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar adds a sweet, crunchy finish reminiscent of churros.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon brings warmth and a hint of spice to the overall flavor.
  • Coarse sea salt optional; enhances the sweet-salty experience.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • offset spatula
  • small bowls
  • microwave

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Churro Saltine Toffee
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 13x9 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted.
  4. Continue cooking the mixture without stirring until it comes to a boil and turns a light amber color, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the toffee mixture evenly over the arranged saltine crackers.
  7. Bake for 5-7 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on the edges.
  8. Sprinkle 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips over the hot toffee and let sit for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Spread melted chocolate evenly over the toffee layer using an offset spatula.
  10. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup of heavy cream with ¼ cup of vegetable oil and microwave for 30 seconds until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the ganache over the chocolate layer evenly.
  12. Mix ¼ cup of granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and sprinkle over melted chocolate.
  13. If desired, sprinkle a pinch of coarse sea salt on top.
  14. Allow to cool completely at room temperature for 2-3 hours or refrigerate for 1 hour.
  15. Once cooled, break the toffee into pieces to serve.
  16. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature or 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

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