Description
Christmas Cracker Candy, also known as Christmas Crack or Saltine Toffee Bark, is a quick, festive, and addictive holiday treat. Made with saltine crackers, buttery toffee, and a smooth chocolate topping, this easy recipe combines sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors—perfect for gifting or serving during the holidays.
Ingredients
- Saltine Crackers – 1 sleeve (about 40 crackers)
- Butter – 1 cup (unsalted)
- Brown Sugar – 1 cup (dark brown sugar preferred)
- Chocolate Chips – 2 cups (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- Toppings – Chopped nuts, festive sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or M&Ms (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the sheet.
- Make the Toffee Layer
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and let it bubble for 3 minutes without stirring.
- Pour the toffee mixture evenly over the crackers, spreading with a spatula.
- Bake and Add Chocolate
- Bake for 5–7 minutes, until the toffee is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee.
- Let the chocolate chips sit for 2–3 minutes, then spread the melted chocolate smoothly with a spatula.
- Add Toppings and Cool
- Sprinkle desired toppings (nuts, sprinkles, crushed candy canes) over the melted chocolate.
- Allow the candy to cool completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Once hardened, break into pieces and serve.
Notes
- For a nut-free option, use festive sprinkles or candy bits.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Swap saltines for graham crackers or club crackers for a variation in flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooling Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
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