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I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a stash of stale saltine crackers in my pantry and wondered what to do with them. That’s when I created this churro saltine toffee recipe, turning simple crackers into a sweet, crunchy delight. With cinnamon sugar saltines and buttery toffee, this old fashioned cracker candy is perfect for family-friendly treats. It’s one of my favorite recipes using saltine crackers and a quick way to impress anyone.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This churro saltine toffee recipe is a delightful twist on old fashioned cracker candy, transforming simple saltine crackers into a crunchy, sweet treat your family will love. Using cinnamon sugar saltines and buttery toffee, it’s a standout among saltine cracker dessert ideas. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s quick, easy, and family-friendly. Whether you’re exploring recipes using saltine crackers or looking for creative cracker candy variations, this churro saltine toffee recipe makes the most of stale saltine crackers while delivering irresistible flavor with simple churro saltine toffee ingredients.

It’s highly customizable, letting you add chocolate, nuts, or drizzles to suit any taste. With just a few pantry staples, this recipe turns ordinary saltine crackers into a crowd-pleasing dessert. From classic old fashioned cracker candy lovers to those experimenting with new cracker candy variations, this churro saltine toffee recipe is a must-try that’s easy to make, fun to share, and impossible to resist.

Ingredients for This Recipe

This churro saltine toffee recipe combines simple, pantry-friendly ingredients to create a dessert that’s crunchy, buttery, and perfectly sweet. The base layer uses saltine crackers, making it a smart way to turn stale saltine crackers into a favorite treat. The toffee topping, made from butter and brown sugar, creates the rich, gooey texture that defines old fashioned cracker candy. Cinnamon sugar saltines add a churro-inspired flavor, while optional chocolate, nuts, or drizzles allow endless cracker candy variations. These churro saltine toffee ingredients are easy to find, versatile, and essential for creating this quick, family-friendly dessert.

🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×13-inch pan):

Base Layer:
40–45 saltine crackers (enough to cover the pan)

Toffee Topping:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar

Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ cup granulated sugar

Optional Decorations:
½ cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or white)
Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Drizzle of melted chocolate

How to Make This Recipe

This churro saltine toffee recipe is easy to prepare, turning ordinary saltine crackers into a sweet, crunchy treat that everyone will love. By using cinnamon sugar saltines, buttery toffee, and a variety of optional toppings, you can create endless cracker candy variations. Perfect for recipes using saltine crackers or experimenting with stale saltine crackers recipes, this old fashioned cracker candy delivers the classic churro flavor with minimal effort. With simple churro saltine toffee ingredients, it’s quick, family-friendly, and irresistible.

🛒 Steps:

Step 1: Prep the Pan
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with foil or parchment, leaving overhang for easy removal. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer to cover the pan completely.

Step 2: Make the Toffee
Melt 1 cup butter and 1 cup brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour evenly over the saltine crackers.

Step 3: Bake
Bake for 5–7 minutes until bubbly.

Step 4: Add Cinnamon Sugar
Sprinkle 1–2 teaspoons cinnamon and ¼ cup sugar evenly over hot toffee to create cinnamon sugar saltines. Add chocolate chips, nuts, or drizzle if desired.

Step 5: Cool and Cut
Let cool completely, then lift from pan and cut into squares. Enjoy your churro saltine toffee, a perfect old fashioned cracker candy and one of the best saltine cracker dessert ideas.

Expert Cooking Tips

Mastering this churro saltine toffee recipe is all about balancing sweet, crunchy, and buttery flavors. Using stale saltine crackers works perfectly for old fashioned cracker candy, while cinnamon sugar saltines give it that signature churro twist. Experimenting with different cracker candy variations, chocolate toppings, or nuts can elevate this dessert. Whether you’re looking for recipes using saltine crackers or unique saltine cracker dessert ideas, these tips ensure your churro saltine toffee ingredients turn into a crowd-pleasing treat every time.

💡 Expert Tips:

Choose the Right Crackers
Use 40–45 saltine crackers to cover a 9×13-inch pan. Stale saltine crackers recipe works great for extra crunch.

Perfect Toffee
Simmer 1 cup butter with 1 cup brown sugar for exactly 3 minutes. Stir constantly to create smooth old fashioned cracker candy.

Cinnamon Sugar Layer
Sprinkle 1–2 teaspoons cinnamon with ¼ cup sugar over hot toffee to make cinnamon sugar saltines.

Optional Variations
Add chocolate chips, nuts, or drizzle melted chocolate to explore endless cracker candy variations.

Cooling and Cutting
Let churro saltine toffee cool completely before lifting from the pan and cutting into squares for best results.

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This churro saltine toffee recipe turns simple saltine crackers into a crunchy, buttery, and sweet dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Using cinnamon sugar saltines and basic churro saltine toffee ingredients, you can create old fashioned cracker candy that’s quick, family-friendly, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re exploring recipes using saltine crackers, experimenting with stale saltine crackers recipes, or trying unique cracker candy variations, this churro saltine toffee recipe is a delicious, crowd-pleasing treat that everyone will love.

Churro Saltine Toffee

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: 40–45 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A crunchy, buttery, and sweet dessert that combines the classic crunch of saltine crackers with rich toffee and a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar. Inspired by churros, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for snacking, gifting, or serving at parties.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×13-inch pan):

Base Layer:

• 40–45 saltine crackers (enough to cover the pan)

Toffee Topping:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter

• 1 cup packed brown sugar

Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

• 1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

Optional Decorations:

• ½ cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or white)

• Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)

• Drizzle of melted chocolate

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Prep the Pan
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with foil or parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer, covering the entire bottom.

Step 2: Make the Toffee
In a medium saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour the hot toffee evenly over the saltine crackers.

Step 3: Bake
Bake in preheated oven for 5–7 minutes, until the toffee is bubbly.

Step 4: Add Toppings
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Add chocolate chips or nuts if using; let sit for a few minutes to melt, then spread evenly.

Step 5: Cool and Cut
Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature or in the fridge. Lift out using foil overhang and cut into squares or rectangles.

Notes

• Crunch Factor: For extra crunch, use stale saltines—they soak up less moisture.
• Flavor Twist: Sprinkle pumpkin spice, sea salt, or cocoa powder instead of cinnamon sugar.
• Make Ahead: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Candy / Snack
• Method: Baked / Layered / Sweet Treat
• Cuisine: American / Homemade