Christmas Crack: The Ultimate Holiday Treat
A delightful treat combining the crunch of saltine crackers with rich caramel and melted chocolate, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 sleeve saltine crackers (approximately 40 crackers)
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional toppings: chopped pecans, walnuts, sprinkles, sea salt, mini M&Ms, crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then add brown sugar and stir until it boils.
- Continue to cook for 3 minutes until caramel turns a rich amber color.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange saltine crackers in a single layer.
- Pour the hot caramel evenly over the crackers and spread gently. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle chocolate chips on the hot caramel, letting them melt for 2-3 minutes.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel.
- Sprinkle on your desired toppings and gently press them in.
- Let cool completely or refrigerate for about 1 hour, then break into pieces.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze for later.
Notes
Ensure not to overbake the caramel; it should be bubbly but not burnt. Use parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg