Decadent Toffee Crunch Bars
These irresistible treats combine the savory, crispy texture of classic saltine crackers with a luscious layer of gooey caramel and rich, silky chocolate. What started as a creative twist on traditional cookie bars has now become a beloved indulgence. Every bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Serve these decadent toffee crunch bars as a crowd-pleasing dessert or a delightful snack.
24
Servings
N/A
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
saltine crackers
24 (arranged in a single layer in pan)
butter
1 cup (unsalted, cut into pieces)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
milk chocolate chips
14 ounces (ready to pour)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, ensuring an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
3
Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer, filling the bottom of the prepared pan.
4
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sugar together, stirring occasionally. Once it starts bubbling, allow it to boil for exactly 3 minutes without stirring.
5
Carefully and quickly pour the hot butter-sugar mixture evenly over the crackers in the pan. Use a spatula to spread it out if necessary.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes, or until the mixture begins to bubble further and turns a light golden brown.
7
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the milk chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Let them sit for a minute to melt.
8
Using a spatula, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the entire surface covering the caramel and crackers.
9
Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for a bit, then transfer them to the fridge to set completely.
10
Once the chocolate is firm, lift the foil out of the pan and place it on a cutting board. Cut the bars into squares of desired size.
11
Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth texture of these delightful bars.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Toffee Crunch Bars?
Decadent Toffee Crunch Bars are a dessert featuring a saltine cracker base, a homemade caramel layer, and a smooth milk chocolate coating.
What is the main base ingredient for this recipe?
The base is made using 24 saltine crackers arranged in a single layer.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees Celsius.
What size pan should I use?
A 9 x 13-inch baking pan is recommended for this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Line the pan with aluminum foil, ensuring there is an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
This recipe requires 4 main ingredients: saltine crackers, butter, sugar, and milk chocolate chips.
How do I make the caramel layer?
Melt 1 cup of butter and 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until it bubbles.
How long should the butter and sugar mixture boil?
Allow the mixture to boil for exactly 3 minutes without stirring once it starts bubbling.
Should I stir the caramel while it is boiling?
No, you should not stir the mixture during the 3-minute boiling period.
How do I apply the caramel to the crackers?
Carefully and quickly pour the hot butter-sugar mixture evenly over the crackers and spread it with a spatula if needed.
How long do the bars bake in the oven?
The bars should bake for 7 minutes until the mixture bubbles and turns light golden brown.
What type of chocolate is used for the topping?
The recipe calls for 14 ounces of milk chocolate chips.
When should I add the chocolate chips?
Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot caramel immediately after removing the pan from the oven.
How long should the chocolate chips sit before spreading?
Let the chocolate chips sit for about one minute to melt before spreading.
What tool should I use to spread the chocolate?
Use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate evenly over the surface.
How should the bars be cooled?
Let them cool at room temperature briefly, then transfer to the fridge to set completely.
How do I remove the bars from the pan?
Once the chocolate is firm, lift the overhanging foil out of the pan and place it on a cutting board.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes approximately 24 servings.
What is the flavor profile of these bars?
They offer a perfect balance of savory saltiness from the crackers and sweetness from the caramel and chocolate.
Are these bars crunchy?
Yes, they provide a delightful crunch from the crackers and the hardened toffee layer.
Can I serve these at room temperature?
Yes, they can be served either chilled or at room temperature.
What category of dessert is this?
These are categorized as Bar Cookies.
Do I need to use unsalted butter?
The ingredient list specifies 1 cup of unsalted butter cut into pieces.
What kind of sugar is used for the toffee?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of granulated sugar.
Can these be eaten as a snack?
Yes, they are described as both a crowd-pleasing dessert and a delightful snack.
How should the crackers be arranged?
The saltine crackers should be arranged in a single layer filling the bottom of the pan.
Why is the foil overhang important?
The overhang allows you to easily lift the entire sheet of bars out of the pan for cutting.
What is the texture of the chocolate layer?
The chocolate layer is described as rich and silky.
How should I cut the bars?
Use a knife to cut the firm block into squares of your desired size.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is tagged as an easy-to-make recipe with only four main ingredients.