Description
Churro Saltine Toffee is a delightful sweet and salty treat featuring a crunchy saltine cracker base topped with rich buttery toffee, cinnamon, and powdered sugar. This easy-to-make dessert combines the comforting flavors of classic churros with a unique salty crunch, baked to golden perfection for a deliciously addictive snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- Saltine crackers – enough to cover a baking sheet in a single layer
Toffee
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange saltine crackers in a single layer until the surface is fully covered.
- Make Toffee: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Stir constantly to combine and cook the mixture until it bubbles and turns a golden brown color, indicating caramelization.
- Add Cream and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and slowly whisk in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour Toffee: Carefully pour the hot toffee evenly over the arranged saltine crackers, making sure all crackers are covered to allow the sugary goodness to seep in.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the toffee is bubbling and golden brown around the edges.
- Add Cinnamon and Powdered Sugar: Remove from the oven and while still warm, sprinkle the surface evenly with the cinnamon and powdered sugar mixture. Let the toffee cool completely, allowing it to harden before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Ensure the toffee is bubbling before removing from the oven for best texture.
- Cooling completely before cutting helps the bars hold their shape.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase cinnamon to 1.5 teaspoons.
