Go Back
Churro Saltine Toffee

Churro Saltine Toffee

A crunchy and sweet treat combining the salty crunch of saltines with a cinnamon-spiced toffee topping. Easy to make and perfect for sharing!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box (48 count) Saltine Crackers
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Packed Light Brown Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • Pinch Salt
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar (for dusting)
  • 0.25 cup Ground Cinnamon (for dusting)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Candy thermometer
  • Spatula
  • Large Zip-Top Bag

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, close together but not overlapping.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Stir constantly until butter is melted and sugars are dissolved.
  4. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Boil for 3-5 minutes, or until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C) on a candy thermometer. It will be light golden amber.
  5. Remove from heat; slowly pour in heavy cream while whisking constantly. The mixture will bubble up.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  7. Pour toffee evenly over crackers, spreading to coat. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  8. Cool completely. Break into pieces. Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bag; add toffee and shake to coat.

Notes

For extra churro flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the toffee mixture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.