Saltine Toffee
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5
Saltine Toffee
Description
Saltine Toffee starts by arranging a single layer of saltine crackers in a foil-lined baking pan, providing a crisp, salty base. The butter and brown sugar are heated together until bubbly and caramelized, forming the toffee, which is poured evenly over the crackers. Baking caramelizes the sugar further while melding the flavors. Once out of the oven, semisweet chocolate chips are spread over the hot toffee, melting into a smooth layer that's then topped with chopped pecans for an added nutty crunch. Refrigeration lets the layers set firmly for easy breaking.
The combination of the salty crackers and sweet, buttery toffee creates a pleasing contrast of flavors and textures. The melted chocolate adds richness and smoothness, and the nuts introduce a toasted crunch, giving this confection a layered complexity. This treat is best enjoyed broken into bite-size pieces, suitable for casual snacking or dessert sharing.
Saltine Toffee is well suited for gatherings or a sweet homemade gift. It can be stored in the refrigerator to maintain the crunchy texture and prevent melting. Its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation make it accessible to prepare year-round.
Ingredients
- 40 saltine crackers
- 1 cup butter cubed, unsalted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar , packed
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup pecans , chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a 15x10 baking pan with foil.
- Place the saltines in neat rows, side by side on the baking pan.
- Add butter and brown sugar to a medium saucepan on medium high and cook and stir for 2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and bubbling.
- Pour evenly over crackers making sure they are all coated.
- Bake for8-10 minutes then remove the pan from the oven and add the chocolate chips.
- Put the pan back in the oven for 1 minute.
- Remove the pan and spread the chocolate to evenly coat the melted chocolate, then cover with chopped pecans.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until fully cooled before removing and breaking into pieces.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 379 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 379kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 199mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 150mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 529IU | 11% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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