Churro Toffee (Disneyland Copycat!)
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The Churro Toffee at Disneyland is a magical combination of all your favorite sweet flavors. It’s just the right amount of crunchy, with caramel and cinnamon flavors throughout. Enjoy buttery, sugary bites right at home with this recipe for churro toffee!
Churro Toffee Disneyland
This is my absolute favorite treat at Disneyland. Seriously, I grab at least 5 on my way home because they keep so well and I can enjoy the magic a little longer.
Now, I can whip up a batch of Disney churro toffee whenever a craving strikes! They make wonderful treats to tuck into gift baskets as well.
You can find several other Disney recipe favorites around here such as Tigger Tails, Jack Jack Num Num Cookies, and a creamy Dole Whip!
For something more savory, try these corn dogs or a Monte Cristo sandwich like the one at Cafe Orleans.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Butter – You’ll need salted sticks for this churro toffee recipe to help balance all the sweetness!
If you only have unsalted on hand, add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt to the melted butter and sugar mixture. - Sugar – Use regular granulated sugar to make the churro toffee and for the cinnamon sugar coating.
- Vanilla Extract – Adds a touch of warmth and enhances the buttery, caramel-like flavors.
- Raw Almonds – This means they are not peeled, roasted, salted, or chopped — just almonds in their natural state.
You’ll need to chop them yourself and then roast them for the best flavor and texture.
While the churro toffee at Disneyland contains almonds, you can easily omit these for a nut-free version. - White Chocolate Melting Wafers – These are typically kept in bags with the cake decorating supplies. They may be labeled as “candy melts” or “candy coating” instead.
Almond bark is the best substitute for this churro toffee Disneyland copycat, but you can use white chocolate chips in a pinch. - Cinnamon Sugar – It’s so easy to make your own! Just mix 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon into 6 tablespoons (just over 1/3 cup) of sugar.
Tips and Tricks to Make Disneyland Churro Toffee
- Watch the thermometer carefully.
That last 25 to 30 degrees jumps quickly when boiling the sugar mixture, so keep a close eye on it.
If the temperature goes over, the sugar will burn and you’ll need to start over.
- Avoid cracks.
Press grid lines into your Disneyland churro toffee while still warm so it’s easier to break it apart once cooled.
It’s fine if it is still partially connected at the base — this will snap apart cleanly since it is thinner.
- Tip for roasting almonds:
The process is much quicker when they are chopped first, so don’t skip that step!
Remove them from the oven as soon as they are light golden brown and transfer to a bowl or plate. Otherwise, they can burn if they continue to sit on the hot pan.
- Want to save some effort?
Instead of dipping individual squares, simply spread the white chocolate over the top and sprinkle the whole pan with cinnamon sugar.
Once it is set, break Disney churro toffee into large pieces. They won’t be uniform in shape or fully coated, but they’ll still be delicious!
Prep Ahead
- Line baking sheets with parchment
- Chop and roast almonds
- Make cinnamon sugar
Kitchen Tools You Will Need
- Baking Sheets lined with Parchment Paper – Be sure to use a half sheet size (13×18-inch) with sides for a thicker toffee.
- Medium Saucepan – Heats evenly and is easy to clean too.
- A sturdy Silicone Spatula can be used for scraping, stirring, and smoothing and is easy to clean too!
- A Candy Thermometer ensures you don’t burn your sugar.
- Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
Storing Leftover Churro Toffee
Once it’s fully set, transfer pieces to an airtight container or storage bag. Keep at room temperature for best results.
If your kitchen is particularly warm, you can store Disneyland churro toffee in the refrigerator instead. Just let it warm on the counter for a few minutes before taking a bite.
Disney Churro Toffee FAQ
The simplest method is with a large, sharp knife and cutting board. Chop a handful at a time and switch angles so the pieces are more uniform in size.
Otherwise, a food processor will be the fastest method. Avoid running the blade continuously, as this will cause the nuts to release their oils and form a paste. Instead, pulse until they reach your desired consistency.
Usually, it’s due to too much moisture — either you didn’t measure the ingredients carefully or you didn’t cook the butter and sugar mixture hot enough.
Pay close attention to your measurements and your thermometer. It’s also best to avoid humidity, so try to make this churro toffee recipe on a clear day!
You’ll find this treat at Marceline’s Confectionary (Downtown Disney), Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen (Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland Park), and Trolley Treats (Disney California Adventure Park).
Enjoy!
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Churro Toffee (Disneyland Copycat!)
Ingredients
- 2 cups salted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole raw almonds
- 20 ounces white chocolate melting wafers, 2 10 ounce packages
- cinnamon sugar, combine 6 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare a half sheet pan or jelly roll pan by lining with parchment paper. This will make a thicker toffee.
- In a heavy saucepan, melt together the butter and sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly to keep the sugar from burning on the bottom of the pan.
- Once the butter has fully melted, continue cooking over medium heat, stirring frequently and closely monitoring the temperature of the mixture.
- Meanwhile, prepare the almonds by grinding or chopping. Spread chopped almonds on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or until the almonds become fragrant and are beginning to brown lightly. Remove roasted almonds from the oven and the hot pan to prevent them from burning. Set aside.
- When the temperature of the sugar/butter mixture reaches 270°F, monitor it very carefully as it will jump in temperature quickly at this point. Stir constantly and cook until the mixture reaches precisely 300°F and then remove it immediately from the stovetop.
- Stir in the vanilla extract (mixture will bubble up) and the chopped, roasted almonds.
- Spread into prepared pan.
- Allow the toffee to cool just slightly (1-2 minutes) until it thickens enough to hold its shape when separated. Use a spatula or plastic knife to create lines in the toffee – separating it into 12 squares. Go over the same lines a couple times if needed to make sure it is mostly separated. The toffee wil snap apart along the lines if some of it is still connected.
- Allow toffee to cool completely – placed in the freezer, it will cool in about 15 minutes. Once cold, break apart the toffee pieces.
- Blot any excess butter or loose nuts from the cooled toffee. Prepare another sheet pan with parchment paper and set near your work space. Be sure the cinnamon sugar mixture is nearby also.
- Place melting wafers in a shallow bowl and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
- Dip each toffee piece into the white chocolate, coating it on each side and tapping excess chocolate back into the bowl.
- Hold the dipped toffee over the bowl of cinnamon sugar and use a spoon to sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the wet chocolate.
- Place coated toffee piece onto parchment lined sheet pan. Continue dipping toffee squares and coating with cinnamon sugar.
- Allow the chocolate to set up completely. You can speed up set time by placing the sheet pan in the refrigerator or freezer.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published September 2021, updated and republished November 2024
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These are so quick and easy to make, and absolutely delicious! Love making these as a sweet treat for my kids and family.
This churro toffee recipe from Donna and Chad’s The Slow Roasted Italian website is pure heaven! It’s as delicious as it is easy to make. 5 stars!
Hi Alex!
We’re so glad that you enjoy our recipes!!
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Devlyn
I can’t believe how close this churro toffee recipe is to the one I had at the restaurant. Donna and Chad are culinary geniuses!
Hi Michael!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the recipe!!
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Devlyn