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Churro Saltine Toffee Recipe

Churro Saltine Toffee Recipe

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Churro Saltine Toffee is a delightful and addictive treat that combines the rich flavors of toffee with the irresistible crunch of churros. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion and will have your guests coming back for more!

Ingredients

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For the Toffee Base:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Churro Coating:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 package (about 40) Saltine crackers

Optional Toppings:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or almonds)

Substitutions:

  • Dairy-Free Option: Use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Substitute Saltine crackers with gluten-free crackers.

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Arrange the Saltine Crackers: Lay crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  4. Make the Toffee: Melt butter in a saucepan, then stir in brown sugar, vanilla, and salt. Boil for 3 minutes.
  5. Pour the Toffee: Pour the hot toffee over the crackers.
  6. Bake the Toffee: Bake for 5-7 minutes until bubbly.
  7. Prepare Churro Coating: Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  8. Sprinkle Coating: Sprinkle cinnamon-sugar over the hot toffee.
  9. Add Optional Toppings: Drizzle melted chocolate over the top and sprinkle with nuts if desired.
  10. Cool and Break Apart: Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces.

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