Churro Saltine Toffee – Full Article

If you love sweet, salty, crunchy, and gooey desserts, this Churro Saltine Toffee is pure magic. Imagine the buttery crunch of saltine crackers topped with caramelized sugar, melted chocolate, and a dusting of cinnamon sugar reminiscent of your favorite churros. Every bite delivers a perfect harmony of textures and flavors that’s hard to resist.🍫

This recipe transforms simple pantry staples—saltines, butter, brown sugar, chocolate—into a dessert that looks and tastes gourmet. The caramel layer melts over the crackers and bakes into a perfectly chewy base, while chocolate and cinnamon add richness and depth. Whether you’re making it for a holiday party, a special treat, or just to satisfy a sweet craving, this dessert disappears fast.

The best part? It’s quick and easy, no complicated techniques or fancy equipment required. Spread, bake, melt, sprinkle, and you’ve got a tray of irresistible churro-inspired toffee.

Churro Saltine Toffee

Sweet, salty, and crunchy churro-inspired toffee 🍫🥂 — made with saltine crackers, caramel, chocolate, and cinnamon sugar. Perfect for dessert or gifting!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 7 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Servings: 40 pieces

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Base

• 40 saltine crackers 1 sleeve
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar packed
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet or milk
• to taste extra cinnamon sugar optional

Equipment

• Saucepan
• 9×13 inch baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment and arrange saltines in a single layer.
2. Melt butter and brown sugar in saucepan over medium heat. Stir until bubbling and remove from heat. Add cinnamon.
3. Pour caramel over crackers and spread evenly.
4. Bake 5–7 minutes until bubbly. Remove and sprinkle chocolate chips. Spread chocolate evenly. Optional: sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar.
5. Refrigerate 1 hour until firm. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days.

Why You’ll Love This Treat

• Sweet and salty perfection – crunchy crackers with gooey caramel and chocolate.
• Cinnamon churro twist – dusted with cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
• Easy and quick – simple ingredients, minimal prep.
• Perfect for parties or gifts – slice into squares and serve.
• Family-friendly – kids and adults alike will love this crunchy treat.

Ingredients

• 40 saltine crackers (1 sleeve)
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
• Optional: extra cinnamon sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat and prep pan
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and arrange saltines in a single layer.
2. Make caramel
   In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until mixture begins to bubble. Remove from heat and add cinnamon.
3. Pour over crackers
   Immediately pour caramel over arranged saltines, spreading evenly with a spatula.
4. Bake
   Bake for 5–7 minutes until caramel is bubbly and slightly thickened.
5. Add chocolate and cool
   Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over caramel. Let sit 2–3 minutes, then spread melted chocolate evenly. Optional: sprinkle extra cinnamon sugar on top.
6. Chill and cut
   Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Cut into squares and serve.

Tips & Variations

• Chocolate options: Use dark chocolate or white chocolate for variation.
• Nutty twist: Sprinkle crushed pecans or almonds on top before chocolate melts.
• Cinnamon sugar: Adjust cinnamon to taste for stronger churro flavor.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition (Approx. per serving, 1 piece)

• Calories: 180
• Carbs: 22 g
• Protein: 2 g
• Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 15 g