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Christmas Crack Recipe

This Christmas Crack is a festive treat! A delightful mix of saltine crackers, buttery caramel, and chocolate that will brighten your holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers (about 35-40 crackers)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • sprinkles (for decoration)

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil or parchment paper
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Step 2: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter and brown sugar. Stir until the butter melts and the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Boil for 3-4 minutes until it turns a deep golden color.
  5. Step 5: Carefully pour the hot caramel over the arranged saltine crackers and spread evenly with a spatula.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 5-6 minutes until bubbly.
  7. Step 7: Remove from the oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Let sit for a few minutes to soften, then spread the melted chocolate evenly.
  8. Step 8: Sprinkle colorful sprinkles over the chocolate before it sets.
  9. Step 9: Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set before breaking into pieces.

Notes

  • Experiment with different types of crackers for a unique twist.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free crackers.