This Easter Saltine Cracker Toffee is a festive treat for your family and friends. It's easy and delicious and a great addition to any Easter celebration. You can never go wrong with this sweet and salty treat.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- This recipe comes together quickly and uses simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. It's perfect for last-minute treats!
- Kids and adults alike will love the combination of crunchy crackers, sweet toffee, and chocolate goodness.
- You can easily switch up the toppings to suit your preferences or match the holiday theme.
Ingredient List
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- saltine crackers
- unsalted butter
- light brown sugar
- vanilla almond bark
- pink candy melts
- yellow candy melts
- blue candy melts
- Cadbury mini eggs
- Easter sprinkles
Equipment
- baking sheet
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Medium Saucepan
- Whisk
- silicone spoon
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 350°.
- Spread the saltine crackers in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Make the caramel sauce on the stovetop and then spread over top of the crackers. Bake for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt the almond bark and candy melts.
- Spread the almond bark on the top of the crackers. Then add dollops of the colors on top of the white layer.
- Use a toothpick, skewer, or butter knife to create a swirl pattern in the melted candy,
- While the candy is still wet add the Easter candy and sprinkles as desired.
- Allow the chocolate to harden completely, and then break into pieces before serving.
Eileen's Tips for Success
- Work quickly when spreading the caramel and almond bark, as the warmth helps everything spread more evenly.
- Make sure the candy melts aren’t scorching hot when you swirl the candy melts; make sure they aren’t scorching hot; warm is perfect for creating beautiful patterns.
- Allow plenty of time for the chocolate to harden completely before breaking the treat into pieces; popping the baking sheet in the fridge can speed this up!
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! While saltine crackers provide the perfect balance of salty and sweet, you can substitute them with graham crackers or even Ritz crackers for a buttery twist.
Feel free to get creative with your toppings! Crushed pretzels, mini marshmallows, or chopped nuts can add extra texture and flavor. You can even sprinkle edible glitter for an extra festive touch!
Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways to change the flavor of this dish.
- Spread a thin layer of peanut butter over the crackers before adding the caramel. This adds a creamy, nutty flavor that pairs wonderfully with the chocolate and caramel.
- Add shredded coconut and chopped dried pineapple for a taste of the tropics.
- You can also top this bark with candy like M&M's, Reese's eggs, or even Robin Eggs.
Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Storage - Store your finished bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Make Ahead - You can make this bark up to 2 weeks ahead of time and store it in the freezer. Simply thaw before serving.
Freezer Tips - Wrapping the bark pieces individually in plastic wrap or storing them in a resealable bag will help prevent any freezer burn. This also makes it easier to grab a piece whenever you have a craving!
Serving Suggestions
Serve this favorite Easter dessert recipe with your Easter dinner favorites, such as Baked Honey-Glazed Ham, Chickfila Mac and Cheese, and Horseradish Deviled Eggs.
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Easter Saltine Cracker Toffee
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Equipment Needed:
Ingredients
- 48 saltine crackers
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 24 ounces vanilla almond bark
- 1 cup pink candy melts
- 1 cup yellow candy melts
- 1 cup blue candy melts
- 10-12 Cadbury mini eggs
- 3 Tablespoons Easter sprinkles
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 350°.
- Place 48 saltine crackers on the baking sheet in even lines, be sure saltines are all touching.
- In a medium-sized sauce pan, add 1 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup light brown sugar, stir with a whisk until everything is melted. Let it boil for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour all over the top of the saltines and carefully spread with a silicone spoon.
- Place the baking tray in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. The topping will be golden brown and bubbly.
- While the saltines are baking, melt 24 ounces vanilla almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl. (Melt at 20 second intervals - stirring in between intervals) until the almond bark is all melted and smooth. Set aside.
- In 3 separate microwave-safe bowls, place one color in each bowl, use 1 cup pink candy melts, 1 cup yellow candy melts, and 1 cup blue candy melts 1 cup yellow candy melts, and 1 cup blue candy melts. Microwave each bowl of candy melts until melted. Microwave at 20 second intervals and stir in between intervals.
- After the 5 minutes of baking the saltine crackers, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Pour the melted almond bark over the brown sugar/saltines and spread around carefully.
- Add dollops of each different colored candy melts all over the white almond bark. Carefully use a knife to swirl the colors around. Add the 10-12 Cadbury mini eggs all over the melted almond bark/candy melts. Sprinkle 3 Tablespoons Easter sprinkles over the top.
- Place the baking tray in the freezer for 20 minutes or longer. Once solid, remove the parchment paper and lift the whole piece of saltine toffee off the baking sheet. Break pieces off with your hands, serve and enjoy!
NOTES
- Make sure parchment paper is hanging a tiny bit over the edges of the baking sheet.
- You can use a knife to break the toffee saltines apart
- Change the colors and sprinkles for any occasion.
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