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Better Than Anything Toffee Recipe

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A delectable and easy-to-make toffee recipe featuring a crispy saltine cracker base topped with rich buttery toffee, melted chocolate, and optional crunchy nuts, perfect for a sweet treat or gift.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 40 saltine crackers (one full sleeve)

Toffee

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar

Topping

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or your preferred type)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking.
  2. Arrange crackers: Place the 40 saltine crackers in a single, tight layer across the lined baking sheet ensuring full coverage.
  3. Melt butter and sugar: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, then add the light brown sugar. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Cook the toffee: Bring the butter and sugar mixture to a boil and cook undisturbed for 2 to 5 minutes until thickened and reaching an ideal temperature between 265°F and 280°F for perfect toffee consistency.
  5. Pour over crackers: Immediately pour the hot toffee evenly over the arranged saltine crackers and spread with a spatula to cover all crackers thoroughly.
  6. Bake the toffee: Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 8 minutes until the toffee mixture is bubbling and set.
  7. Add chocolate chips: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly on top of the hot toffee, and let them sit for 1 to 2 minutes to melt.
  8. Spread melted chocolate: Use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate evenly over the toffee layer.
  9. Add toppings: Sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts and flaky sea salt on top if desired for extra crunch and flavor.
  10. Cool and set: Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate it for 20 to 30 minutes until fully set and firm.
  11. Serve and store: Break the toffee into pieces and store in an airtight container to keep fresh.

Notes

  • For a firmer toffee, ensure you cook the butter and sugar mixture to the higher end of the temperature range (around 280°F).
  • You can swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark, milk, or white chocolate depending on preference.
  • Adding flaky sea salt enhances the flavor with a subtle salty crunch that contrasts nicely with the sweetness.
  • Store the toffee at room temperature or in the refrigerator in an airtight container to maintain freshness up to two weeks.
  • Make sure to spread the toffee evenly over the crackers to avoid uneven thickness and burning in some areas.

Keywords: toffee, saltine cracker toffee, easy dessert, chocolate toffee, holiday treat, crunchy toffee

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