Name: Ritz Cracker Toffee Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 sleeves of Ritz crackers (about 32 crackers); 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks); 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate); A pinch of sea salt (optional, for garnish)

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Introduction

Ritz Cracker Toffee is the perfect sweet-and-salty treat combining buttery crackers, rich toffee, and smooth chocolate. This easy, no-fuss dessert comes together quickly and is ideal for holidays, parties, or gifting. With just a few ingredients, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing indulgence that everyone will love.

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Ingredients

2 sleeves of Ritz crackers (about 32 crackers)
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Arrange the Ritz crackers in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 3: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and stir constantly until the mixture bubbles. Cook for 3–5 minutes until thickened and golden. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Quickly pour the hot toffee evenly over the crackers, spreading gently if needed.
Step 5: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the toffee becomes bubbly and golden.
Step 6: Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Step 7: Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the warm toffee layer.
Step 8: Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Break or cut into pieces before serving.

Tips & Variations

Don’t overcook the toffee; a golden color shows it’s ready for perfect texture and flavor.
Use high-quality chocolate for a richer, more flavorful topping.
Chill the toffee before cutting to help the chocolate set and make clean, easy pieces.

Storage

Store the toffee in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to one week. If refrigerated, allow pieces to come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. To refresh slightly hardened toffee, let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before enjoying.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cracker?

Yes, but Ritz crackers are ideal because their buttery flavor and texture complement the toffee perfectly. Other buttery crackers may work, but results will vary.

Can I make this toffee gluten-free?

Ritz crackers contain wheat, so to make it gluten-free, substitute with a gluten-free buttery cracker or cookie that you like.