Irresistible Christmas Crack: A Festive Treat to Love
Irresistible Christmas Crack: A Festive Treat You’ll Love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 40 to 45 saltine crackers
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of flaky salt for finishing
- Optional toppings: chopped pecans, festive sprinkles, crushed candy canes, toffee bits
Instructions
- Prep the pan: Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment and a second layer of foil if needed. Arrange the saltines in a single layer, touching edge to edge.
- Make the caramel: In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until smooth, then bring to a gentle boil. Let it bubble for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Flavor the caramel: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the caramel over the crackers.
- Bake: Place the pan in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes.
- Add chocolate: Remove the pan and immediately sprinkle chocolate over the top. Wait 2 minutes, then spread into a smooth layer.
- Top and chill: Add your favorite toppings and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until set.
- Crack and serve: Break into pieces and serve.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg