If you haven’t tried Saltine Cracker Toffee yet, you’re in for a real treat! It’s the kind of dessert that’s way too easy to make and even easier to eat, making it the perfect sweet snack for any time of the year. Whether you’re prepping for the holidays or just craving something crunchy, gooey, and chocolaty, this toffee is a total crowd-pleaser. Oh, and if you like my Graham Cracker Toffee, you’re going to LOVE this recipe too! It’s so dang delicious that I even entered it into a cookie exchange contest—and it came in 4th place out of 17 entries! Not bad, right? Grab your baking sheet and let’s get to it!

This Saltine Cracker Toffee is the ultimate holiday gift for everyone on your list! Whether you’re gifting it to your kids’ teachers, the bus driver, neighbors, or coworkers, this sweet treat is sure to spread some holiday cheer. It’s easy to make in big batches, and with its perfect balance of salty, sweet, and crunchy, it’s a crowd-pleaser every time. You can package it in festive tins, mason jars, or cute gift bags for a thoughtful and homemade gift that feels extra special.

How To Make Saltine Cracker Toffee

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 13 x 9″ baking sheet with aluminum foil and mist it with baking spray. Tightly arrange saltine crackers in a single layer. You may need to break a few into smaller pieces. Set aside.

Step 2: In a saucepan, heat the butter until melted. Add brown sugar and whisk to combine. Continue cooking until the mixture reaches a boil, stirring constantly. Let the mixture boil for about 2 minutes.

Step 3: Remove caramel mixture from heat and pour over crackers. Use a spatula or spoon to spread the mixture evenly over the crackers. Bake for 7-8 minutes or until the butter mixture is bubbly.

Step 4: While toffee is baking, heat peanut butter in microwave until melted. Remove pan and immediately drizzle peanut butter over and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly on top. Let sit for a few minutes until the chocolate is melted, then use a spatula to spread the mixture around.

Step 5: Sprinkle crushed M&Ms (or other crushed toppings like Andes mints, candy cane, toasted pecans, sprinkles, etc.). Let sit for about two hours or chill for 30 minutes. Cut and enjoy!

Saltine Cracker Toffee Ingredients

Saltine Crackers: These crispy, salty crackers are the perfect base for all the toffee goodness. They add the ideal crunch and provide a sturdy foundation for the sweet layers that follow.
Light Brown Sugar: Brown sugar is the secret ingredient that gives this toffee its rich, caramelized flavor. When combined with the butter, it melts into a smooth, gooey layer of toffee magic.
Butter: Butter makes everything better, especially in toffee! It’s what helps create that irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture and gives the toffee its rich, buttery taste that’s hard to resist. You can use salted or unsalted butter – your preference!
Creamy Peanut Butter: Peanut butter adds a creamy, nutty richness that takes this toffee to a whole new level. It pairs perfectly with the chocolate and gives each bite an extra burst of flavor. Pure peanut butter perfection!
Semisweet Chocolate Chips: Chocolate chips = heaven. These melt beautifully over the toffee and peanut butter layers to form a smooth, decadent chocolate coating that makes every bite indulgent.
Crushed M&Ms (or Other Crushed Toppings): M&Ms (or whatever toppings you choose) add a fun crunch and a pop of color. Whether you go classic with M&Ms or mix it up with Andes mints, candy cane, or toasted pecans, these toppings give the toffee a sweet finishing touch that’s totally customizable.

Saltine Cracker Toffee

a contest-worthy holiday (or anytime) cookie!

Ingredients

2 sleeves saltine crackers
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup butter
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped crushed M&Ms (or other crushed toppings like Andes mints, candy cane, toasted pecans, sprinkles, etc.)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Line a 13 x 9" baking sheet with aluminum foil and mist it with baking spray. Tightly arrange saltine crackers in a single layer. You may need to break a few into smaller pieces. Set aside.

3. In a saucepan, heat the butter until melted. Add brown sugar and whisk to combine. Continue cooking until the mixture reaches a boil, stirring constantly. Let the mixture boil for about 2 minutes.

4. Remove caramel mixture from heat and pour over crackers. Use a spatula or spoon to spread the mixture evenly over the crackers. Bake for 7-8 minutes or until the butter mixture is bubbly.

5. While toffee is baking, heat peanut butter in microwave until melted.

6. Remove pan and immediately drizzle peanut butter over and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly on top. Let sit for a few minutes until the chocolate is melted, then use a spatula to spread the mixture around.

7. Sprinkle crushed M&Ms (or other crushed toppings like Andes mints, candy cane, toasted pecans, sprinkles, etc.)

8. Let sit for about two hours or chill for 30 minutes. Cut and enjoy!