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Churro Saltine Toffee Bites

Crispy saltines coated with buttery toffee, white chocolate, and cinnamon sugar for an irresistible churro-inspired treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 30 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

Toffee Base
  • 40 saltine crackers about 1 sleeve
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Churro Topping
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Foil or parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  2. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer to cover the pan.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar. Boil 3–4 minutes while stirring until thickened. Add vanilla.
  4. Pour toffee over crackers and spread evenly. Bake 5 minutes until bubbly.
  5. Remove from oven, sprinkle white chocolate chips, and spread smooth after 2 minutes.
  6. Mix sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over top.
  7. Cool completely, then break into bite-sized pieces.

Notes

For an extra kick, sprinkle with flaky salt or crushed nuts before cooling.