Toffee Saltine Cracker Recipe

Crispy, salty toffee is the perfect combination of salty and sweet! This easy-to-make candy is a holiday treat!

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Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 210kcal

Author: Deb Clark

Equipment

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rimmed baking sheet
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offset spatula
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Medium saucepan

Ingredients

▢ 40 saltine crackers
▢ 1 cup butter
▢ 1 cup brown sugar packed
▢ 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
▢ optional: ¾ cup white chocolate chips, holiday sprinkles and/or chopped pecans

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Line a cookie sheet or a jelly roll pan with parchment paper. The baking sheet needs to have at least a ½ inch edge.
Lay the saltine crackers in a single layer on the cookie sheet. Do not overlap.
In a small pot, combine the sugar and butter. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once brought to a full rolling boiling, continue to cook for 3 minutes until the mixture reaches a deep caramel color. Don't leave the stovetop while it's boiling! Stir the mixture constantly.
After 3 minutes, immediately pour the caramel mixture over the saltines, spreading it to cover the crackers completely.
Bake in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes until bubbly and the crackers look like they are floating.
Carefully remove from the oven and (using a knife or off-set spatula), straighten any crackers that have shifted. Don't touch the crackers with your fingers, you'll get burned!
Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top and let them sit for a few minutes to melt. If the pan isn't hot enough, you can return it to the oven for a few minutes to melt the chocolate chips.
If you're also using white chocolate chips for decorating, spread those around the top as well.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly. Swirl the white chocolate. Top with chopped nuts, or holiday sprinkles.
Allow to cool completely. To speed up the process, place the pan in the fridge for a few minutes to set the chocolate.
Once set, break into pieces and enjoy!

Notes

Storage - Store saltine cracker bark in an airtight container for up to one week at room temperature. If you live in a humid climate put it in the fridge instead. This freezes well up to 2 months.

Nutrition

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What you'll need: ingredients

Ingredients to make the candy recipe. With print overlay for clarification.

You'll only need a handful of simple ingredients.

Creative variations to try

Graham crackers are a fun variation to this yummy recipe. Just replace the saltines and follow the instructions.
Swap out the semisweet chocolate chips for dark chocolate or white chocolate chips.
Lastly you can top these with pecans or any of your favorite nuts, crushed candy canes or m&m's.

Step-by-step guide: instructions

Step-by-step instructions to make the candy recipe. With print overlay for clarification.

This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, check this recipe card.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)

Why is my Christmas crack chewy?

If your toffee is chewy that usually means that the chocolate and caramel haven't set completely. Pop it into the fridge for 15-30 minutes to help it harden.

Can I use margarine instead of butter?

No, butter works best for flavor and texture. Margarine contains more water, which can affect how the toffee sets.

Can I use unsalted crackers instead of saltines?

You can, but saltines give that sweet-salty contrast that makes this recipe shine.

What happens if the toffee doesn't boil as long as the recipe calls for?

If you don't boil it as directed, the toffee won't set. It will be sticky and there's no way to fix it.

A stack of Saltine Toffee Candy cut into squares, stacked on a plate.

Deb's tips for the saltine toffee

Cover as much of the cookie sheet as you can with the crackers without overlapping them. The toffee layer is thin, you want to make sure it has crackers to stick to.

Make sure you add the chocolate chips as soon as the candy comes out of the oven so that the residual heat will melt them so you can spread it evenly.
I've used a variety of toppings, from sea salt flakes to sprinkles, to nuts. No matter which topping you choose, make sure to apply it before the chocolate hardens so that it sticks.

Toffee saltine crackers topped with holiday sprinkles on a sheet pan cut up into squares.

More recipes you'll love

If homemade sweets and easy candy recipes are your thing, there are a few more favorites you'll want to try next. The 10-Minute Microwave Peanut Brittle is quick and classic, Butterscotch Haystacks come together fast with pantry staples, and the 3-Ingredient Homemade Rolo Turtle Pretzels bring that sweet-salty combo everyone loves.

These treats are great for holidays, cookie trays, and anytime you need something simple that delivers big flavor.

Saltine toffee is one of those no-fuss treats that always disappears fast, whether it's on a holiday cookie tray, wrapped up as a sweet gift, or sitting on the counter "just one more piece" at a time. With simple ingredients and big payoff, this recipe is easy to make ahead and even easier to share.

If you give it a try, I'd love to hear how it turned out for you and don't be surprised if it becomes one of those recipes your family asks for every single year!