Heath Bar Cookies are a delightful treat that merge the crunch of saltines with a rich toffee-like topping. The cookies are not just easy to make, they also pack a punch of flavor that will have everyone begging for more. Let’s get into how to create the sweet masterpiece.
For those with nut allergies, substituting the pecans with sunflower seeds or leaving them out altogether can work wonders. As for the chocolate chips, feel free to mix and match between peanut butter and white chocolate based on your taste preference—it’s all about what tickles your fancy. Just keep an eye on the quality of the saltine crackers, as fresher ones yield a better crunch.
Brownies & Bars
Heath Bar Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 56 saltine crackers
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 12 ounces peanut butter chips or 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and spray it with cooking spray.
- Lay the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
- In a saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat, then add 1 cup of dark brown sugar. Bring to a boil and let it boil for exactly 1 minute.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda. Carefully spread the mixture over the saltine crackers, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for no more than 10 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Once removed from the oven, sprinkle 12 ounces of chocolate chips over the top and spread them as they melt, covering all the crackers.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of chopped pecans on top of the melted chocolate.
- Let cool overnight or until completely set before breaking into pieces.
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If you’re looking for another crowd-pleaser, I wholeheartedly suggest trying Hello Dolly Cookie Bars. With layers of graham cracker crumbs, coconut, and an irresistible combination of chocolate and butterscotch chips, the bars are sure to become a favorite.