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Saltine Cracker Candy (Christmas Crack) Recipe

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  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 30 servings 1x

Description

Saltine Cracker Candy, also known as Christmas Crack, is a simple and irresistibly delicious treat featuring crispy saltine crackers topped with a buttery caramel toffee layer and a smooth chocolate coating. This festive candy requires minimal ingredients and comes together quickly, making it the perfect holiday dessert or snack to share with family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 40 saltine crackers (1 package)

Caramel Toffee Layer

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate Topping

  • 2 cups chocolate chips (about 1 package)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spray the lined pan lightly with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the candy.
  2. Arrange Crackers: Lay the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. If needed, break crackers in half to evenly fill the pan without gaps.
  3. Melt Butter: In a small pot over medium-high heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  4. Add Brown Sugar and Boil: Stir in 1 cup brown sugar with the melted butter. Bring this mixture to a boil and let it cook for exactly 3 minutes without stirring, or only stir minimally if it looks like burning is imminent. The caramel sauce should become bubbly and thick with all sugar dissolved.
  5. Remove from Heat and Add Vanilla: Take the pot off the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract thoroughly.
  6. Pour Caramel Over Crackers: Using a large spatula, evenly pour the hot caramel sauce over the saltine crackers, spreading it to cover each cracker as evenly as possible.
  7. Bake to Set Caramel: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes to help set the caramel. Remove from the oven and let cool for 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle 2 cups of chocolate chips evenly over the hot caramel layer. Return the pan to the warm oven (oven turned off) for 30 to 60 seconds to gently melt the chocolate chips.
  9. Spread Melted Chocolate: Remove the pan from the oven and use a spatula to spread the melted chocolate over the caramel and crackers, covering all edges evenly. Let this cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes, then place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to chill for 3 to 4 hours until fully set.
  10. Cut and Serve: Once chilled and firm, carefully lift the candy from the baking sheet using the parchment paper. Because the toffee is sticky, it may not come off in one piece. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into squares or break into pieces. Serve and enjoy this crunchy, sweet treat!

Notes

  • Be careful while boiling the caramel to avoid burning; precise timing is key.
  • Using parchment paper and non-stick spray helps make candy removal easier.
  • If chocolate doesn’t melt fully in the oven, you can briefly microwave it in 10-second intervals and then spread.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • This candy is quite sticky, so slicing or breaking it while cold helps with clean cuts.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: saltine cracker candy, Christmas crack, toffee candy, caramel candy, holiday candy, easy dessert, chocolate toffee

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