Chocolate Toffee Squares
Indulge in the irresistible layers of sweet and salty perfection with these Chocolate Toffee Squares, a quick and easy dessert that’s destined to be a crowd-pleaser. This decadent treat starts with a buttery toffee layer poured over a crisp bed of saltine crackers, which bakes into a caramelized base that’s topped with melted semisweet chocolate. For an added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts like pecans or almonds on top to enhance the flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes and requiring only a handful of pantry staples, this no-fuss recipe delivers a delicious balance of textures and tastes that’s perfect for holidays, parties, or everyday snacking. Make these sweet-tooth-satisfying squares ahead of time, as they store beautifully and taste even better the next day! Keywords: chocolate toffee squares, easy dessert recipe, sweet and salty treats, quick baking ideas, holiday desserts.
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 40 pieces saltine crackers
- 1.5 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., pecans or almonds)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the foil with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, salt-side up, ensuring they fit edge-to-edge without overlapping.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes, until the mixture comes to a boil and becomes bubbly and thick.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the crackers, spreading evenly with a spatula to ensure all crackers are coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the toffee mixture is bubbling and starting to set.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee layer. Allow the chocolate to sit for 2-3 minutes to melt.
Using a spatula, spread the melted chocolate into an even layer over the toffee.
If using nuts, sprinkle them evenly over the melted chocolate while it's still soft, pressing gently to adhere.
Let the toffee squares cool to room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator to set completely, about 1-2 hours.
Once set, use the foil overhang to lift the toffee slab out of the pan. Peel away the foil and break or cut into squares.
Store the chocolate toffee squares in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.6 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 65 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
