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Christmas Crack (Saltine Toffee) Recipe

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  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: About 30 pieces 1x

Description

Christmas Crack is a delightful holiday treat combining buttery, salty, and sweet flavors. Saltine crackers are layered with a rich caramel toffee made from butter and brown sugar, baked until bubbling, then topped with melted Ghirardelli chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and festive Christmas sprinkles. This irresistible dessert is easy to make, perfect for gift-giving, and sure to become a holiday favorite.

Ingredients

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Saltine Base

  • 40 saltine crackers

Toffee Caramel

  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • Pinch of salt

Toppings

  • 1 cup Ghirardelli brand chocolate chips
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • Christmas sprinkles (as desired)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 13″ x 18″ baking sheet with aluminum foil, overlapping edges; no cooking spray is needed.
  2. Prepare saltines: Arrange the 40 saltine crackers in an even, flat layer on the foil-lined baking sheet.
  3. Make caramel sauce: In a nonstick pot over low heat, melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Stir occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth without grittiness.
  4. Boil caramel: Increase heat to medium. When the mixture reaches a frothy boil, start a timer for 4 minutes, whisking once every minute and then leaving it to bubble otherwise.
  5. Pour caramel over crackers: Remove from heat and quickly pour the caramel sauce evenly over the saltines. Use a spatula immediately to spread the caramel to cover all the crackers evenly before it thickens.
  6. Bake caramelized crackers: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 7 to 8 minutes. The caramel should be bubbling when removed.
  7. Sprinkle salt: Take the baking sheet out and sprinkle a few pinches of salt evenly over the hot caramel layer.
  8. Add chocolate chips: Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the caramel while still hot. Let them sit for about 3 minutes until melted, then spread the chocolate evenly with a spatula.
  9. Top with pecans and sprinkles: Immediately sprinkle the chopped pecans and festive Christmas sprinkles over the melted chocolate layer.
  10. Chill and serve: Refrigerate the baking sheet for 2 hours to set. Once chilled, break the Christmas crack into pieces and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use salted butter to complement the salty-sweet flavor combination.
  • Work quickly when pouring and spreading the caramel, as it thickens rapidly once boiled.
  • For best melting and flavor, use Ghirardelli chocolate chips or similarly high-quality chocolate.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Perfect gift idea when packed in festive tins or jars for the holiday season.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Christmas Crack, Saltine Toffee, Holiday Dessert, Christmas Treat, Caramel Toffee, Saltine Crackers, Ghirardelli Chocolate, Pecans, Christmas Sprinkles, Easy Christmas Recipe

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