Description

Sweet, crunchy, and coated in cinnamon sugar—this churro-inspired treat uses simple crackers for a delightfully addictive candy that’s perfect for snacking, gifting, or satisfying dessert cravings.

Ingredients

1 sleeve (about 30) saltine crackers

1 cup granulated sugar

2 tsp ground cinnamon

½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)

½ cup brown sugar, packed

Optional toppings: chopped nuts, sprinkles, or drizzle of melted chocolate

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar. Stir constantly until the mixture bubbles and thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
Pour the hot caramel mixture evenly over the crackers and spread to coat them well.
Bake for 5–7 minutes until bubbly and set.
While baking, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle or toss the warm crackers in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Let the coated crackers cool completely on the sheet until set.
Break into clusters and optionally top with nuts, sprinkles, or a chocolate drizzle.

Notes

Sprinkle chopped pecans or almonds on warm candy for nutty crunch.

Drizzle with melted dark or white chocolate after cooling for extra decadence.

Add ¼ tsp cayenne or chili powder to cinnamon sugar for a spicy-sweet twist.

Use graham crackers or waffle cookies for a different base flavor.

Top with colored sprinkles or crushed candy canes for festive flair.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cluster
Calories: 110
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg