Saltine crackers are a surprising way to add crispiness to old-fashioned toffee bars.

Why these Triple-Decker Toffee Bars, of course!

And lets not forget the chocolate!

Triple-Decker Saltine Toffee Bars

Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

Be sure to stir after each interval to help the heat distribute evenly.

For a final festive flourish, sprinkle some flaky sea salt over the top.

Ingredients

48saltine crackers(from 1 [16-oz.]

), divided

3/4cup packedlight brown sugar

1/2cupunsalted butter

1(14-oz.)

cansweetened condensed milk

3Tbsp.heavy whipping cream

2Tbsp.light corn syrup

1/4tsp.kosher salt

1/2tsp.vanilla extract

1cup(6 oz.

)milk chocolate chips(from 1 [11 1/2-oz.]

Generously coat foil with cooking spray.

Arrange 16 of the crackers in a single layer on prepared pan.

Stir in condensed milk, cream, corn syrup, and salt.

Increase heat to medium; bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.

Remove toffee mixture from heat; stir in vanilla.

Arrange 16 of the saltines evenly over toffee layer.

Repeat layers with one-third toffee mixture and remaining 16 crackers.

Finish with a layer of remaining toffee mixture on top.

Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Slowly pour melted chocolate over toffee; spread into an even layer.

Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle evenly with sea salt.

Transfer pan to refrigerator.

Chill, uncovered, until set, about 2 hours.

Using foil overhang as handles, gently lift bars from pan and transfer to a cutting board.

If desired, trim edges using a sharp knife.

Slice into 25 (1 1/2-inch) square bars.

Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 week.