RECIPES

Parmesan Saltine Toffee Bark

Nutty parmesan cheese adds a rich flavor twist to this classic toffee bark. This delectable treat is quick to prepare, travels well, and makes a big pan.

Active Time

30 Minutes

Servings

Ingredients

35 saltine crackers
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
6 ounces BelGioioso Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
3 cups dark or bittersweet chocolate chips
Milk chocolate English toffee bits

Cheese

Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Badge when shopping for cheese. Any brand of Wisconsin Parmesan can be used in this recipe.

Instructions

Heat oven to 375°F. Line a 15 x 10-inch baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange crackers in a single layer on prepared pan.
Melt butter with brown sugar in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir frequently until mixture begins to boil. Boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Gradually pour butter mixture evenly over crackers.
Bake for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parmesan and chocolate chips. Return to oven for 1 minute. Spread softened chocolate chips over top. Sprinkle with toffee bits. Cool completely.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or freeze for 30 minutes to set. Break bark into pieces. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Recipe Tip

Freshly grated parmesan from a 6-ounce wedge or block works best in the recipe, avoid using store-bought grated and shredded cheese.

Cheesemonger Tip

Parmesan cheese in a dessert? Sounds crazy, doesn’t it? The cheese adds a nutty richness to the bark and balances out the sweetness—it’s sweet and salty. Delicious!