Graham Cracker Toffee

This easy Graham Cracker Toffee is the perfect recipe to give as holiday gifts – or to keep all to yourself. Graham crackers are covered with a delicious, buttery toffee and sprinkled with pecans for tons of amazing flavor.

stacked Easy Graham Cracker Toffee on a cake plate.
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The holiday season is always filled with lots of baking and candy making in my kitchen. I love making special treats for friends, neighbors, the postal carrier, and even the guys that pick up the trash – it really makes their day to receive a special homemade treat.

But producing a delicious holiday gift doesn’t have to be difficult or take much time. Enter these easy Graham Cracker Toffee Bars.

I’ll admit that I’m a huge toffee junkie. I love the stuff and will devour it in just about any form I can get it. This toffee is no exception. I love this stuff. LOVE it. And it’s so easy.

Easy Graham Cracker Toffee on a sheet pan

When it comes to holiday treats, this Easy Graham Cracker Toffee is a showstopper. It’s sweet, buttery, crunchy, and loaded with pecans for a flavor combo that’s downright irresistible. Whether you’re packaging it up as gifts or sneaking a few pieces for yourself, this recipe will become your go-to holiday favorite.

stacked Easy Graham Cracker Toffee on a cake plate

Why This Recipe Works

Let’s be real—holiday baking can sometimes feel overwhelming. But this recipe? It’s proof that making something spectacular doesn’t have to be hard. Using graham crackers as the base means there’s no dough to roll or chill, and the stovetop toffee comes together in minutes. Plus, you can have the whole thing done in about 30 minutes, leaving you plenty of time to tackle the rest of your to-do list—or just kick back with a cup of coffee.

Easy Graham Cracker Toffee on a sheet pan

Perfect for Gifting

One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is sharing homemade treats with the people around me. From my neighbors to the mail carrier, and even the crew that picks up the trash, a little something homemade goes a long way in making someone’s day brighter. This graham cracker toffee is the perfect gift—easy to make, easy to package, and guaranteed to make people smile.

stacked Easy Graham Cracker Toffee on a cake plate

Tips for Success

  1. Line Your Pan: Trust me, don’t skip the aluminum foil. It makes cleanup a breeze and ensures you can lift the toffee out easily for breaking into pieces.
  2. Spread It Evenly: When you pour the toffee over the graham crackers, work quickly to spread it out while it’s still hot. A spatula sprayed with nonstick cooking spray can make this step easier.
  3. Don’t Walk Away: Keep an eye on the toffee while it boils. You want a steady boil for 3 minutes to get that perfect, candy-like texture without burning.
  4. Cool Completely: Let the toffee cool completely before breaking it into pieces. You’ll get cleaner, crunchier pieces—and you won’t risk burning your fingers.

Customization Ideas

Feel like getting creative? Here are a few ways to make this recipe your own:

  • Chocolate Drizzle: Melt some semi-sweet or white chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled toffee for extra decadence.
  • Different Nuts: Swap out pecans for almonds, walnuts, or even a mix of your favorites.
  • Festive Toppings: Sprinkle crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles on top while the toffee is still warm for a festive touch.
stacked Easy Graham Cracker Toffee on a cake plate

Easy Graham Cracker Toffee

4.32 from 16 votes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 30
Calories: 165kcal
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Ingredients

  • 1 (14.4-ounce) box graham crackers
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a jelly roll pan (10"x15"x1") with aluminum foil. Lightly spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place a single layer of graham crackers on the pan, covering it from edge to edge. You can break them up however you like. I break mine into halves, then some into quarters to fill the pan. I used about 15 whole crackers to fill my pan.
  • In a medium-size pot over medium-high heat, combine the butter, and brown sugar. Heat until bubbles just start to appear, stirring constantly. Boil for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and pecans. Pour the mixture evenly over the graham crackers. Carefully spread to cover as many crackers as you can.
  • Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely before breaking into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcal · Carbohydrates: 18g · Protein: 1g · Fat: 10g · Saturated Fat: 4g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g · Monounsaturated Fat: 4g · Trans Fat: 0.2g · Cholesterol: 16mg · Sodium: 93mg · Potassium: 51mg · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 10g · Vitamin A: 191IU · Vitamin C: 0.04mg · Calcium: 21mg · Iron: 1mg

* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, I recommend grabbing your favorite brands and plugging those ingredients into an online nutritional calculator.

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315 Comments

  1. 2 stars
    If you add nuts to mixture, you won’t be able to spread it over the crackers without a total mess. Crackers will move and it’ll look like a car wreck. Yes, I sprayed a spatula with pam. The toffee is too heavy for the crackers. I threw away half the crackers that didn’t get covered.

    1. I’ve made these a bunch of times, always add nuts, and the toffee is usually pourable enough that there’s hardly any spreading at all. If it was so thick it had to be smeared on, something was off—either it cooked a little too long or cooled too much before pouring; next time, pour it on right away while it’s still hot and flowing, and make sure the crackers are packed in tight so they don’t slide around.

  2. Hey I’ve been making this for years and it’s always a hit. This year, with all the baking and cooking- I’d like to get these done and packed up a little early. How long can these be packed up in advance?

  3. 5 stars
    Holy cow!! This is so addicting of you like toffee. This was the first time making this and it will definitely be added to my Christmas baking list. So yummy.

  4. 1 star
    Taste is good! But it didn’t get crunchy. Did exactly as recipe calls. It’s cumbly
    And soft .This was the pecan toffee

    1. It does sound like the toffee might not have cooked quite long enough. The key is making sure the butter and sugar mixture reaches that bubbly, caramelized stage before pouring it over the graham crackers. Glad the flavor was still on point! Maybe give it another shot—it’s worth it when it turns out crunchy and perfect!

  5. 5 stars
    I love this recipe. My family loves this recipe. It’s so easy to make. I wind up using a whole box of graham crackers whole pound of butter and 2 cups of crushed chopped pecans. I didn’t have vanilla. My granddaughter borrowed it so I didn’t have any, but it makes a great easy dessert. My family loves it and it would make a great holiday gift.

  6. 5 stars
    This is a great recipe. I made it twice once with pecans and once with walnuts. And it turned out great, but this time it didn’t. It seemed to crystallize what would have been my problem

  7. 5 stars
    Oh my…so easy to make and so delicious! Just made my first batch, and it’s not going to last long! Thanks for the recipe, and Merry Christmas!

  8. 4 stars
    Try using the Cinnamon Graham’s for a slightly different taste. This is a must have recipe for year round use!

  9. 5 stars
    I have always made “Christmas Crack”. It is the same except using saltines. This is a nice change up. Thanks.

  10. I tried these graham cracker bars one time and could not get them off of the aluminum foil. I really had a mess. I am going to try it again!

  11. Thank you for all your time and effort you put into your blah. Love the recipes, your love for cooking and sharing recipes and opportunities to create fantastic meals and gifts. Of course, I’d like to win the giveaway, but if not, I win your recipes. You are like a best friend that shares her life with you through food and experiences.

  12. These sound delicious! I just made a batch of graham crackers tonight so that I can try them out. I also linked my post from today to this page of yours, so hopefully you’ll see a few new visitors heading your way!

  13. Made this earlier. Just tasted it. FANTASTIC. Not all recipes turn out well. This one definitively did. It’s a keeper. I will be making it again.

      1. Not sure I should mess with perfection, but was wondering if you or anyone have tried this using chocolate Graham crackers.

  14. I just found your website today and can’t wait to make your recipes! I can’t eat nuts, so I’m wondering if you think this graham cracker toffee would be fine if I leave them out. Like you, I also loooooooove toffee! 🙂

  15. These are absolutely amazing. I can’t even believe it. Everyone’s eyes roll up in their heads when they take the first bite.

  16. I recently saw this recipe and thought it sounded so good. My daughter only likes the “top” of the pecan pie and I thought this sounded like the “top” of a pecan pie. Just made it -quick and easy recipe – and the smell is so heavenly it makes me want to shout! HA. New recipe for me so I can hardly wait for it to cool. Thanks for the recipe. Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas!

  17. I love this blog. So many of your recipes bring back memories of foods my mom, grandmothers and aunts brought for holiday and everyday meals.
    I have always wanted a free standing mixer, and would love to win it. :-).
    Have a merry Christmas!!!

  18. Your toffee looks delicious! Haven’t made any in years. Might just have to start up again! Merry Christmas!

  19. This so yummy and delicious that I’m gonna bake up a batch for the holidays! I was debating on what to fix and this is the first thing I’ve got to make! Thanks, I always look at all your recipes, and made several! Everything looks so darn good!

    1. I sure would love to win the stand-up mixer! I’m getting older and sure could use all the help that I can get!

  20. Awesome giveaway and I’m making the toffee tonight! 🙂
    Thanks for the inspiration Stacy!

    Lynn @ Southern With A Twist

  21. Stacey, Is this supposed to be chewy? I thought it would be harder. Did I do something wrong? It’s delicious just it doesn’t break apart – it kind of pulls apart.

  22. This toffee sounds so yummy. Sadly, my husband doesn’t eat toffee and I know if I made it I would eat it all myself.

  23. Stacey this recipe is very similar to one I’ve made before except your recipe has graham crackers and pecans. The recipe I made had saltines and chocolate. Anyway, this “Graham Cracker Toffee” looks delicious and I can’t wait to try your recipe!
    Have a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year

  24. A stand mixer would be a useful gift for me to make more home cooked food and baked goods. It is what I’ve always wanted.

  25. Love to read your blog and try your recipes. I have always wanted a stand mixer so that I could cook more home made foods.

  26. The link in your email took me to the fried pecan pies…..but I eventually found the toffee. You didn’t mention using parchment paper on the pan which is what I usually do for cookies and stuff like this. Will it be okay to use for this recipe?

  27. Wow is the only word I can think of to comment about your blog site! I love the recipes you have shared and I can’t wait to try so many of them! Thank you!!!

  28. Oh, my! Graham Crackers + Toffee = HEAVEN in my book! I can’t wait to try this; thanks so much for posting, Stacey, and MERRY CHRISTMAS to You & Yours!!! ;D

  29. Graham Cracker Toffee!! It just doesn’t get any better. Unless it’s paired with winning a new Kitchenaid Mixer.
    Thanks for the recipe and chance to win Stacey.

  30. The Graham Cracker Toffee is wonderful! Oh, how I would love to win the KitchenAid mixer giveaway! I am so looking forward to your new cookbook.

  31. I’ve seen this recipe using saltine crackers, but never with graham crackers. Sounds delish! Can’t wait to give it a try. Thanks for all the great recipes and Merry Christmas!

  32. Thanks so much – both for the recipe and the opportunity to win the awesome mixer! Really appreciate the fast, quick and easy recipe and instructions at this busy time of year!

  33. I love this stuff! The only difference with mine is that after pouring on the toffee I sprinkle with chocolate chips, put it in the oven for a few minutes to melt the chips, then spread them around the top with a flat edge (i.e. spatula or knife). Yummy!!! And you are right, Stacey, this is just the easiest treat to make! Love your site, BTW.

  34. I would love to win this one for my daughter… she is just waiting to save up enough to buy one… would be ohhh sooo much fun to win one for her!!! ; )

  35. I would so love to win this mixer. I mostly use my hand mixer but my stand mixer is green. Bought it from an auction. Needless to say it has no place on my counter!

  36. I would so love to win this mixer. I mostly use my hand mixer but my stand mixer is green. Bought it from an auction. Needless to say it has no place on my counter!

  37. I would so love to win this mixer. I mostly use my hand mixer but my stand mixer is green. Bought is from an auction. Needless to say it has no place on my counter!

  38. I love toffee too!!! Like Skor and Heath bars!!! I think I prefer the Skor bar though. These sound really good, Stacey. Every time I blog in, I wished I had whatever you are fixing!!! The mixer giveaway is such a wonderful gift, but most of all I just enjoy reading your blogs of your recipes and about your family!!! Merry CHRISTmas to Y’all!!!

  39. LOVE Kitchen Aid~! This would be a gift for my daughter who is returning to the USA after 3 years in The Netherlands… a KA mixer is on her wish list!!

  40. I gave my stand mixer to my son and his fiancé who are getting married tomorrow. I so need a new mixer. I would love to win.

  41. This is an awesome contest especially for those who spend so much time baking and holding the hand mixer endlessly to share love with others. Thank you so much for making this possible for someone!!

  42. I received one of these as a gift from my sweet husband last year and would love to win one for my daughter in law this year. Thanks for the opportunity!

  43. Have been looking for this recipe for a while now!! Made it in JR High!! Thank You!!! Would love to win the mixer to help with my Christmas Dinner!! 😀

  44. OMG would my baking life be easier with this mixer! OH and LOVE the graham cracker toffee recipe! Def trying it! Thank you!

  45. Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to own one. I’ve never had a real mixer before! And I can’t wait to try out this recipe!

  46. Thank you so much Stacey for this awesome holiday giveaway opportunity! Best wishes to all those entering and happy holidays everyone! 🙂

  47. I’ve always wanted and dreamed pf having a Kitchenaid stand mixer to help in my baking! Than you so much for this opportunity to try and win one!

  48. Great Christmas present for someone. Merry Christmas to you and your family and to all others whether they win or not.

  49. Thanks, Stacey, for being one of the elves giving away a gorgeous Kitchenaid Mixer! They are beautiful and I’ve always wanted one.

  50. I love toffee and pecans. But I don’t like graham crackers. I think I will replace them with Keebler Club crackers, instead. YUM!! I think I will make these tomorrow. And thank you for joining the group to offer this give-away. It is such a great gift!! 🙂

  51. This recipe looks and sounds fantastic! Perfect for these homemade gifts I have to do! Would love to win the KitchenAid too!

  52. Another great recipe, another great giveaway and another reason why this is the best cooking blog on the web!

  53. I have wanted a KA mixer for YEARS! I would LOVE one to make my baking and cooking easier and better! Stacey, the Graham Cracker Toffee sounds awesome! I have a similar one that uses Saltines?

  54. Found you through Larks County Heart…and I am just ticked pink. When I came to your main page and was browsing recipes, I was ecstatic. Everything sounds great! I may be new to your site, but I’ll definitely be following it from now on.

  55. I have been trying to justify buying a Kitchen Aid stand mixer. I haven’t been able to find a good enough reason for the splurge, so this would make my Christmas! Thank you Stacey!

  56. I love anything with Toffee in it. So I will be trying this. And I would love to win the mixer. Thank you for the chance at such a wonderful prize.

  57. Thanks for all your yummy recipies. Would love to win the mixer but not holding my breath. HaHa. Never won a thing. Good luck to everyone.

  58. I have been wanting a KitchnAide mixer for several years and just can’t afford one yet. It would be a great birthday and Christmas present this year if I could win this one.

  59. I have wanted/needed a stand mixer all my life! Thank you for the chance to maybe win one. Going to make the toffee bars this week to add to my Christmas goodie boxes. Merry Christmas!

  60. I can never get enough toffee! It’s the perfect treat. I’ve had saltine toffee, but I like the idea of the graham crackers. I’m definitely going to be trying this!

  61. I am a southern girl that lives in yankeeland now, and your blog makes me feel like I am home again. Thanks!! especially at the holidays it is so good to get that homecoming feeling even if it on the computer 🙂

  62. what a great recipe for holiday treats, sounds yummy. and oh lets not forget about the giveaway that would be a wonderful gift!!!!!!

  63. OMG!!! Absolutely have been wanting on of these for yrs!!! I’m always eyeballing them in stores and online…just can never afford…this would be awesome to win!!!!

  64. Showing love all the way from florida…just love your recipes especially those deep fried pecan pies. Thank you for this chance to win, have a very Merry Christmas!

  65. I’m a new follower! Thank you for the chance to have a KitchenAid Mixer and thank you for all the yummy recipes! 😀 HAPPY HOLIDAYS! 😀

  66. I really think you could gain weight just from LOOKING at all the good recipes here. Thank you for this opportunity!

  67. Love the blog – we are kindred spirits! have a lovely day! oh and ill take that kitchen aid mixer when you are ready. Ha ha ha! 🙂