Description
Christmas Crack is a festive sweet and salty treat made with saltine crackers, buttery caramel, and chocolate. Perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or a quick indulgent snack, this recipe is easy, fun, and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
- 40 saltine crackers
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)
- Optional toppings: crushed candy canes, chopped nuts, sprinkles, sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Arrange a single layer of saltine crackers on the lined baking sheet.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in brown sugar. Boil gently for 3–5 minutes until caramel forms.
- Pour hot caramel evenly over the crackers and spread with a spatula.
- Bake for 5 minutes to set the caramel.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Spread evenly once melted.
- Add desired toppings before chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate until firm, then break into pieces and serve.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for precise caramel color.
- Experiment with different chocolates and toppings for variety.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Equipment Needed: Baking sheet, parchment paper or foil, saucepan, spatula, refrigerator.
- Variations: Add peanut butter, drizzle white chocolate, or use pretzels instead of saltines.
- Toppings: Crushed candy canes, nuts, sprinkles, or a pinch of sea salt.
- Storage Tips: Keep in a cool, dry place. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Holiday Treat
- Method: Bake briefly / No-Bake finish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1–2 pieces
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg