Toffee Recipe

What is Toffee Recipe?

A toffee recipe is a luscious treat made by caramelizing sugar with butter to create a sweet, crunchy confection. This version features a cracker toffee recipe saltine or club cracker base, giving it that perfect balance of salty and sweet you’re craving. Homemade toffee bits come from breaking this buttery candy up into chunks, great for topping desserts or just snacking right off the tray.

This homemade toffee recipe is a delicious easy toffee recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a toffee dessert that feels more special than its humble components. It’s inspired by classic English toffee recipes but with a fun, family-friendly twist you can make at home.

Ingredients

• 40 saltine or club crackers (enough to line a 9×13-inch baking dish)
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Aluminum foil or parchment paper
• Medium saucepan
• Wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula
• Stove
• Oven
• Cooling rack
• Sharp knife or sturdy spoon for breaking toffee

How to Make Toffee Recipe

Step 1:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper, making sure to cover the sides.

Step 2:

Arrange the saltine or club crackers in a single layer on the bottom of the baking dish, covering it completely.

Step 3:

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.

Step 4:

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Once boiling, continue to cook for about 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and turns a rich amber color. Be careful not to burn it!

Step 5:

Pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the layer of crackers, spreading it with a spatula if needed.

Step 6:

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Step 7:

Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee.

Step 8:

Let the chocolate sit for 5 minutes to soften, then spread it evenly over the toffee layer.

Step 9:

Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Step 10:

Once set, lift the toffee out of the dish using the foil edges and break or cut into bars or chunks to make homemade toffee bits.

Some Tips!

• Use fresh crackers for the best crunch and toffee adhesion.
• Stir the toffee mixture constantly to avoid burning and ensure even caramelization.
• If you want a double-layer chocolate effect, drizzle melted white chocolate over the set toffee.
• For a twist, sprinkle chopped nuts (like almonds or pecans) immediately after the chocolate goes on.
• Toffee bits are perfect to freeze in a sealed container for a quick sweet fix anytime.

How to Store Leftovers

Store the leftover toffee bars or bits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months — just thaw before enjoying.

What to Eat With

This Toffee Recipe pairs beautifully with cozy dessert favorites like apple cinnamon donuts or mini pumpkin pies for a festive touch. For drinks, a rich hot cocoa recipe or a caramel apple cheesecake make a perfect companion, creating a sweet comfort food moment everyone will love.

FAQ

Conclusion

When life feels hectic and you deserve a sweet little break, this homemade toffee recipe hits the spot every time. It’s simple, buttery, and crunchy with that perfect hint of salt from the crackers. Whether you’re making a batch of toffee bars or craving homemade toffee bits for your over-the-top toffee dessert, this easy toffee recipe has you covered.

Toffee Recipe

Recipe by SarahCourse: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

This easy homemade toffee recipe features buttery, crunchy cracker toffee bars. Perfect as dessert, snack, or homemade toffee bits for topping treats.

Ingredients

• 40 saltine or club crackers (to line 9×13-inch baking dish)
  1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  1 cup packed light brown sugar
  1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  ¼ teaspoon salt
  1–1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with foil or parchment, covering sides.
  Arrange crackers in a single layer, covering the dish bottom.
• In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, vanilla, and salt.
  Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook 3–5 minutes until thickened and amber-colored.
• Pour hot toffee over crackers, spreading evenly.
  Bake for 10 minutes.
• Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over hot toffee. Let sit 5 minutes, then spread evenly.
  Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate 2+ hours to set.
  Lift foil edges and break/cut into bars or chunks to make homemade toffee bits.

Notes

• Use fresh crackers for best crunch and adhesion.
  Stir constantly to avoid burning caramel.
  For extra chocolate layer, drizzle melted white chocolate over set toffee.
  Add chopped nuts after chocolate for texture and flavor.
  Freeze toffee bits in sealed container for later snacking.