Homemade Toffee Cracker Cookies Sweet Salty Crunch

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INTRODUCTION
Toffee Cracker Cookies are an irresistible sweet-and-salty treat made with crisp crackers, buttery caramel toffee, and crunchy nuts. They require no special equipment, come together quickly, and are perfect for holidays, gifts, or anytime cravings. Crispy, glossy, and deeply caramelized, these cookies are dangerously addictive.

HISTORY & BACKGROUND
Cracker toffee—sometimes called “Christmas Crack”—became popular in home baking for its simplicity and bold flavor. Inspired by traditional English toffee, this version swaps candy thermometers for crackers, making it easy and foolproof while keeping that signature buttery crunch.

INGREDIENTS

Cracker Base

  • 1 sleeve round buttery crackers (or saltines/Ritz-style crackers)

Toffee Layer

  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup or honey (optional, for shine)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • ½ cup chopped nuts (peanuts, almonds, or pecans)
  • Optional: flaky sea salt

Optional Chocolate Version

  • 1 cup milk or dark chocolate chips

METHOD & INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange crackers closely in a single layer.

Step 2: Make the Toffee
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar together. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until thick and glossy. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and corn syrup if using.

Step 3: Pour and Bake
Carefully pour hot toffee evenly over crackers, spreading gently with a spatula if needed. Bake for 7–9 minutes until bubbling all over.

Step 4: Add Toppings
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chopped nuts evenly over the hot toffee. Lightly press them in.

Optional Chocolate Step
If making chocolate toffee crackers, sprinkle chocolate chips over hot toffee, wait 2 minutes, then spread smooth.

Step 5: Cool and Set
Allow to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate 30 minutes until hardened.

Step 6: Slice and Serve
Once fully set, lift from pan and cut or break into individual cracker cookies.

TEXTURE & FLAVOR

  • Crisp cracker base
  • Deep buttery caramel flavor
  • Crunchy nut topping
  • Perfect sweet–salty balance

TIPS FOR PERFECT TOFFEE CRACKERS

  • Stir toffee constantly to avoid burning
  • Do not underboil or toffee will be soft
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal
  • Let fully set before cutting

SERVING IDEAS

  • Holiday dessert platters
  • Gift boxes and edible favors
  • Coffee or tea accompaniment
  • Ice cream topping (crumbled)

NUTRITION NOTES (APPROXIMATE PER PIECE)
Calories: 120–140
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fat: 7 g
Protein: 2 g

VARIATIONS

  • Use graham crackers for a sweeter base
  • Add cinnamon to the toffee
  • Swap nuts for crushed pretzels
  • Drizzle with white chocolate

STORAGE

  • Store airtight at room temperature up to 7 days
  • Refrigerate for extra crispness
  • Freeze up to 2 months

CONCLUSION
Toffee Cracker Cookies are proof that simple ingredients can create extraordinary flavor. Crispy, glossy, nutty, and rich, they’re a guaranteed favorite for gatherings and gifts. One batch is never enough.

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