Easy Churro Saltine Toffee Bars
Easy Churro Saltine Toffee Bars are a delightful dessert combining the salty crunch of saltine crackers, gooey cinnamon-spiced toffee, and a sweet granulated sugar topping. Quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these bars offer a perfect balance of textures and nostalgic churro-inspired flavors that satisfy any sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free crackers)
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- About 40 saltine crackers (to cover a 9×13-inch pan in a single layer)
Toffee Sauce
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Topping
- 1–2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
- Optional: Light sprinkle of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Baking Tray: Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
- Arrange the Saltines: Lay out saltine crackers in a single, even layer in the pan. Break crackers slightly if needed to cover every inch without gaps.
- Make the Toffee Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon. Bring the mixture to a boil and continue stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until thick and bubbling.
- Pour and Spread: Carefully pour the hot toffee sauce evenly over the saltine crackers. Quickly spread with a spatula to cover all crackers thoroughly.
- Add Sugar Topping: Sprinkle granulated sugar and optional sea salt over the hot toffee while it’s still warm to create a crunchy and sweet finishing touch.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature until set and firm before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use fresh saltine crackers for maximum crunch.
- Stir the toffee constantly while boiling to prevent burning and achieve a smooth caramel.
- Place the crackers carefully to avoid holes that cause uneven toffee coverage.
- Use parchment paper to make lifting and slicing the bars easier and neater.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to avoid sticky, messy edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: churro, toffee bars, saltine crackers, cinnamon sugar, sweet and salty dessert, easy dessert, crunchy bars
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