The Best Disneyland Churro Toffee Recipe

Making Disneyland Churro Toffee at home is a magical treat for any Disney fan or churro lover. This churro toffee recipe combines the buttery, nutty crunch of classic toffee with the sweet and spiced flavors of cinnamon churros, making it the perfect Disneyland-inspired dessert. It's not only fun to make, but the end result is so delicious that you'll feel like you're right back in the park. 

Whether you want to create a recipe to satisfy your churro cravings or add a delicious new candy to your holiday dessert table, this easy copycat recipe is sure to become your new go-to. The best part is that you can whip up a batch in no time with just a few simple ingredients and enjoy a homemade version of one of Disneyland's favorite treats without leaving your own kitchen!

Since you are here and love copycat desserts, check out this Copycat See's Candy Fudge Recipe, this Copycat Krispy Kreme Doughnut Recipe, or this Nestle Toll House Cookie Pie Recipe.

Ingredients for this Disneyland Churro Toffee Recipe

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For the Toffee 

• Unsalted Butter: is the foundation of the toffee and provides the richness and smooth texture that makes it melt in your mouth. 
• Granulated Sugar: blends together with the brown sugar to give the toffee its sweetness and texture. 
• Brown Sugar: gives the toffee its delicious molasses-like flavor and color. 
• Water: helps dissolve the sugars and allows them to melt evenly without crystalizing. 
• Vanilla Extract: adds a bit of warmth, which helps balance the buttery richness.
• Salt: balances the sweetness and brings out flavors. 
• Baking Soda: is the secret ingredient that gives your toffee a lighter, crispier texture while making sure the toffee remains smooth. 
• Almonds: adds a delicious crunch and nuttiness to the toffee, which compliments the sweetness. 
• White Chocolate Chips: adds a creamy, sweet layer that pairs well with the rich and buttery toffee.

For the Topping

• Granulated Sugar: creates the sweet finish of the churro topping. Also give it a satisfying crunch. 
• Cinnamon: is key to the churro flavor, as it adds warmth and spice that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the sugar and rich toffee base. 

How to Make this Disney Churro Toffee recipe

Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card at the end of this post for the full step-by-step instructions.

1. Line a 1/4 baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the butter and granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 300F on a candy thermometer. This takes about 10-15 minutes. The mixture should be golden brown and have a nutty aroma.
3. Remove from the heat and quickly add baking soda, salt, vanilla extract, and almonds. Stir well to combine. 
4. Quickly pour the hot toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Allow it to cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing them into 15 even squares. You might have to repeat this process a few times to ensure that the toffee keeps that shape as it is setting. Allow it to cool down and harden completely.
5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring well between intervals until smooth and fully melted.
6. In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon until well combined.
7. Once the toffee has cooled and hardened, dip each square in the melted white chocolate. Cover it well, then immediately dip it in the cinnamon sugar mixture. 
8. Transfer those squares to a clean baking sheet and allow them to set completely before enjoying.

For thinner toffee use a larger pan and spread the mixture out a little more than the one you see in the photos bellow.

Tips and Tricks for Crunchy Toffee

• Use a Candy Thermometer. Precision is important when making toffee, and it needs to be exactly 300 degrees F to make sure it sets properly. Using a candy thermometer helps you avoid undercooking or burning the mixture. 
• Stir Constantly. Stir the mixture constantly while it's cooking to prevent burning or uneven heating. It should take 10-15 minutes for the toffee to reach the correct temperature. 
• Prep the Baking Sheet Ahead of Time. Have your cookie sheet lined with parchment paper ready before you start cooking the toffee. This allows you to pour and spread it quickly as toffee sets very quickly. 
• Dipping the White Chocolate. Make sure the toffee is completely cooled and hardened before dipping it in the melted white chocolate. This will prevent the toffee from melting or becoming sticky when coated.
• Perfecting the Churro Topping. After dipping in white chocolate, immediately coat each piece of toffee with the cinnamon-sugar mixture before the chocolate hardens. This makes sure that the topping sticks evenly. 

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

Do I need to use a candy thermometer? 

While you can make toffee without a thermometer, getting the right texture is much more difficult. The hard crack stage occurs at 300 degrees F, which is crucial for the toffee to cool and set properly. Without a thermometer, you risk undercooking it or overcooking it. If you don't have a thermometer, you can test it by dropping a bit of the toffee mixture into cold water. If it hardens into brittle strands, it's ready. 

Why is my homemade toffee grainy?

This happens when your sugar crystalizes during the cooking process. To avoid this, make sure the sugar is fully dissolved before it reaches a boil. Stir constantly. Adding water to the sugar-butter mixture helps dissolve the sugar more evenly, reducing the chance of crystallization. 

Can I substitute the almonds? 

Absolutely. You can substitute it with other nuts like pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts. Toasting the nuts, regardless of the type, brings out their natural oils and deepens their flavor. Just be sure to chop them finely enough so that they mix well into the toffee. 

How do I store Disneyland's Churro Toffee?

Store your churro toffee in an airtight container at room temperature. It will stay fresh for two weeks. You can also freeze it for longer storage, just make sure you separate the toffee pieces with parchment paper so that they don't stick together. To thaw, let the toffee sit at room temperature for a few hours before serving. 

The Best Disneyland Churro Toffee Recipe