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February 9, 2019 · 1 Comment

Valentine’s Toffee Bark

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Valentine’s Toffee Bark was the perfect addition to our Valentine’s Day charcuterie board! It added just that perfect bite of sweet after indulging on all our charcuterie board favorites! The only thing this Valentine’s charcuterie board was missing was some blue cheese. I know a lot of folks aren’t fans, but it’s one of my favorite cheeses!  What could be better than a platter of salty cheeses, crispy crackers, fresh fruit, nuts, and chocolate?!? Valentine's Toffee BarkSince I’ll be gone this Valentine’s Day, it seemed only appropriate to have a Netflix night and delicious snack dinner with my honey a few days early. I never make dessert when it’s just my husband and I, but a Valentine’s Day celebration calls for chocolate. Am I right? Or am I right? Ok, chocolate and a sip of bubbly! And cheese and crackers (which I think is my husband’s love language). Seriously, though, the man loves cheese & crackers!

I put together cheese boards pretty regularly, varying them by what I have on hand in the fridge and pantry. Tonights was full of salami, prosciutto, three kinds of crackers plus breadsticks, gouda, cheddar (which I cut heart shaped using a cookie cutter), and brie. I added some tart cherry spread to go along with the brie, rosemary marconi almonds, red grapes, fresh ripe strawberries, a handful of Hershey kisses, and a small bowl of Valentine’s Toffee Bark.

We enjoyed our dinner much more than the Netflix series. A couple episodes in, and we’re done. If you have any recommendations for a great series, I’d love to hear it.

Valentine's Toffee Bark

You may have seen this easy to make toffee bark recipe before. I’ve seen it floating around on Pinterest and Instagram so figured I should give it a try. It’s only a few ingredients and is quick and easy to make.

Start by layering saltine crackers on a large sheet pan lined with foil, parchment, or a silicone liner. I used my Silpat liner and the toffee didn’t stick and was easy to remove from the pan. Valentine's Toffee BarkNext, you cook together the brown sugar and butter and pour the hot mixture on top of the saltines. Valentine's Toffee BarkPlace sheet pan into preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes. The next step is to remove the pan from the oven and distribute the chocolate chips evenly over the hot caramel. Place back in oven for just a couple minutes, then remove pan and spread chocolate evenly over the crackers. Valentine's Toffee BarkWhile the pan is cooling, melt the candy melts (I used pink and white) and pour into zip lock bags. Cut a small hole in one corner and squeeze colored chocolate in a “squiggly” design over top of toffee bark. Immediately decorate with your favorite sprinkles. Place pan into freezer or refrigerator to cool.
Valentine's Toffee BarkOnce cool, cut or break into small pieces. There you have it . . . . Valentine’s Toffee Bark!! It’s the perfect bite of sweet & salty!!Valentine's Toffee Bark

Valentine's Toffee BarkI can’t wait to make this Valentine’s Toffee Bark, often called Saltine Cracker Toffee, or Christmas Crack (because after one bite you can’t stop eating it) again soon! Hmmm, I wonder if I’ll get lucky and catch a Leprechaun with some Leprechaun Toffee Bark??Valentine's Toffee Bark

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Valentine's Toffee Bark

Author Joy in Every Season

Ingredients

  • Approx. 4 dozen Saltine Cracker squares + or - to fill your baking sheet
  • 3/4 cup real butter 1 1/2 sticks
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar firmly packed
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 12 oz. mini chocolate chips I used semi sweet, but use your favorite
  • 6 oz. white candy melts
  • 6 oz. pink candy melts
  • Sprinkles or other small candies such as mini m&ms

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350*
  • Lined rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment (spray lightly with baking spray) or preferably using a silicone baking sheet.
  • Arrange crackers on baking sheet to completely fill the bottom (break crackers if needed to fill in gaps).
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the butter and brown sugar. Stir continually until sugar melts and mixture begins to boil.
  • Continue to boil (still stirring) for 2-3 minutes.
  • Carefully pour hot caramel mixture evenly over saltine cracker layer. Spread with spatula if needed.
  • Place sheet pan into hot oven and bake for 5 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and spread the chocolate chips evenly over hot caramel. Return to oven and bake for 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and using a spatula, spread the melted chocolate over the caramel.
  • Set aside.
  • Following the directions on the Candy Melts bag, melt in microwave. I placed mine in a glass measuring cup and microwaved for 1 minute at 50%. Stir till smooth.
  • Pour warm colored chocolate into quart size zip lock bag and cut a small hole in one corner.
  • Gently squeeze chocolate in a "squiggly" pattern over bark.
  • Top with fun sprinkles!
  • Place pan in refrigerator or freezer to cool. Once toffee bark is firmly set, remove from pan and cut or break into pieces.
  • Enjoy!!

 

Valentine's Toffee Bark

I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait for the weather to warm up a bit! I’m ready for some really sweet berries to hit the stores so we can enjoy these Lemon Berry Crepes! Lemon Berry Crepes

 

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Pretty in pink! As soon as I unpacked my Valentine’s box, I knew I wanted to set a table using the small heart plates. I’ve had them for a year or two, and used them for appetizers and dessert, but never set them as a small salad plate. I searched through all my “pink” tableware and quickly realized that all pinks are not the same. I had variations of “pink” pink, “blush” pink, and “lavender” pink. It wasn’t working until I pulled it all together with the flowers. Your tip for the day is to mix and match, use what you have, and if it doesn’t work, go buy yourself some fresh flowers.  #dishhoarderproblems
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This White Chocolate Mocha was delicious! In fact, it was as good or better than I could have gotten at a coffee shop (and I didn’t have to leave the house). What’s your favorite coffee shop drink?

White Chocolate Sauce
•3-4 TBSP white chocolate chips
•1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
•½ cup low-fat (2%)milk
. . . . . . .
•Using a milk frother, add low-fat milk and condensed milk. Heat until hot and frothy.
•If you don’t have a frother, combine milk and condensed milk in a small saucepan. Heat slowly until hot, but not boiling. Stir regularly to prevent scorching.
•Add chocolate chips to hot milk, stir until melted and well combined.

White Chocolate Mocha
•Into a favorite mug, pour in a shot of espresso. Add a second shot if you prefer it stronger.
•Add (hot) White Chocolate Sauce to fill cup.
•Top with whipped cream (and sprinkles).
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This White Chocolate Mocha was delicious! In fact, it was as good or better than I could have gotten at a coffee shop (and I didn’t have to leave the house). What’s your favorite coffee shop drink? 

White Chocolate Sauce
•3-4 TBSP white chocolate chips
•1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
•½ cup low-fat (2%)milk 
. . . . . . . 
•Using a milk frother, add low-fat milk and condensed milk. Heat until hot and frothy. 
•If you don’t have a frother, combine milk and condensed milk in a small saucepan. Heat slowly until hot, but not boiling. Stir regularly to prevent scorching.
•Add chocolate chips to hot milk, stir until melted and well combined.

White Chocolate Mocha
•Into a favorite mug, pour in a  shot of espresso. Add a second shot if you prefer it stronger. 
•Add (hot) White Chocolate Sauce to fill cup. 
•Top with whipped cream (and sprinkles). 
☕️ 🍫🤍🍫☕️
#joyineveryseason . . . 
#whitechocolatemocha . . .

I mixed up the colors and added some aqua! I love the pop of color! What do you think? Does it work?
Details on on my blog (link in profile)
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#joyineveryseason . . .
#valentinestablescape ...
#tonitinatabletops . . .
#setthetable ...
#diningroom ...
#tablescapes ...
#entertainingathome ...
#tablescapeinspiration ...
#farmhousetable ...
#betterhomesandgardens ...
#tablestyling ...
#tablesettings ...
#styledtablesaturday ...
#tablescapetuesday ...

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I mixed up the colors and added some aqua! I love the pop of color! What do you think? Does it work? 
Details on on my blog (link in profile)
❤️💙❤️💙❤️
#joyineveryseason . . . 
#valentinestablescape ... 
#tonitinatabletops . . . 
#setthetable ... 
#diningroom ... 
#tablescapes ... 
#entertainingathome ... 
#tablescapeinspiration ... 
#farmhousetable ... 
#betterhomesandgardens ... 
#tablestyling ... 
#tablesettings ...
#styledtablesaturday ...
#tablescapetuesday ...

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❤️💗❤️
#joyineveryseason . . .
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Sometimes a simple charcuterie board and a glass of bubbly (sparkly cider or champagne) is the perfect dinner! Fill your charcuterie board with  your favorite meats, cheeses, veggies, nuts, breads or crackers, and few sweets and enjoy a quiet Valentines at home with those you love! 
❤️💗❤️
#joyineveryseason . . . 
#valentinescharcuterie . . . 
#charcuterieboard . . .

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The recipe is in my blog, just click on the link in my profile.
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#joyineveryseason . . .
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Stir up a batch of Valentine’s Muddy Buddies for a fun after school treat!! 
The recipe is in my blog, just click on the link in my profile.
❤️💗❤️💗❤️
#joyineveryseason . . . 
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Valentine’s Toffee Bark is a delicious and fun treat! Your little ones will love to help decorate it with sprinkles!
❤️💗❤️
Follow the link in my profile to see how easy this is to make!
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#joyineveryseason . . .
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Valentine’s Toffee Bark is a delicious and fun treat! Your little ones will love to help decorate it with sprinkles! 
❤️💗❤️
Follow the link in my profile to see how easy this is to make! 
💗❤️💗
#joyineveryseason . . . 
#valentinesbark . . . 
#valentinestreat . . . 
#30daysofvalentinesday …

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#joyineveryseason . . .
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We are experiencing some crazy storms lately! Our poor town has been battered with wind, rain, and flooding! It’s days like this when I’m thankful for family, a warm house, and a stocked pantry! If you’re looking for an easy and delicious soup, try my go-to Tortilla Soup! You can make it stovetop or in a slow cooker (like I did today). Click the link in my profile to get to the recipe. 
🥣🌧️ 🥣🌧️🥣
Enjoy and stay safe my friends!
🌧️🥣🌧️🥣🌧️
#joyineveryseason . . . 
#tortillasoup . . . 
#easysoup . . . 
#chickentortillasoup . . .
#homemadesoup . . .

Cranberry Croissant Bread Pudding! This dish is perfect to serve on Christmas morning, a holiday brunch, or add the whipped cream and serve as dessert! Recipe link is in my profile and in my blog.
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#joyineveryseason . . .
#christmas brunch . . .
#croissantbreadpudding . . .
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Cranberry Croissant Bread Pudding! This dish is perfect to serve on Christmas morning, a holiday brunch, or add the whipped cream and serve as dessert! Recipe link is in my profile and in my blog. 
❤️🎄❤️🎄❤️
#joyineveryseason . . . 
#christmas brunch . . . 
#croissantbreadpudding . . . 
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