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The 5-Ingredient Ritz Toffee Bars I Can't Stop Making
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5.0 (460)|(2 Reviews)Buttery Ritz crackers coated in homemade boiled brown sugar toffee, melted chocolate, and chopped nuts.
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By Sara Bir (Recipe Developer)•Published May 16, 2026
⏱ 2 hrs (incl. cooling)
Simply Recipes / Sara Bir🔥 180 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- The buttery saltiness of Ritz crackers makes it addictive.
- Ready with 5 pantry ingredients.
SWEET & SALTY
The 5-Ingredient Ritz Toffee Bars I Can't Stop Making
Also known as 'Ritz Crack': buttery Ritz crackers lined up on a sheet pan, drenched in a 3-minute boiled butter-brown sugar caramel, and topped with melted chocolate chips and chopped nuts. Incredibly crunchy, salty, and sweet. Difficulty: Easy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time2 hrs (incl. cooling)
Servings12 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers (about 35 crackers)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or peanuts
Directions
1
Line sheet with crackers
Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Arrange Ritz crackers in a single tight layer.
2
Boil toffee and pour
Boil butter and brown sugar in a saucepan for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour hot caramel evenly over crackers; bake at 375°F for 5 mins.
3
Melt chocolate and chill
Sprinkle chocolate chips on top; let melt 2 mins, then spread smooth. Scatter chopped nuts and chill 1 hour to set before cutting into bars.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Line your baking sheet with heavy-duty foil or parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories180 kcal
Protein2g
Carbs18g
Total Fat12g
Sodium: 120mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
