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Christmas Crack

Buttery saltine cracker toffee baked until bubbly and topped with melted chocolate, candy canes and flaky salt. A four-ingredient holiday candy that is impossible to stop eating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 36
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 40 saltine crackers
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 1/2 cup crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Equipment

  • 12 x 17-inch (30 x 43 cm) rimmed baking sheet (for baking)
  • Parchment paper or nonstick foil (for lining)
  • Medium saucepan (for the toffee)
  • Offset spatula (for spreading the chocolate)

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or nonstick foil.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the saltines salt-side up in a single tight layer.
  3. Step 3: Melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until boiling. Boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring constantly, then add the vanilla.
  4. Tip: A full 3 minutes is what gives you a crunchy toffee.
  5. Step 4: Pour the toffee over the crackers and spread to the edges.
  6. Step 5: Bake for 5 minutes until bubbling all over.
  7. Step 6: Scatter the chocolate chips on top, wait 3 minutes, then spread smooth.
  8. Step 7: Top with candy canes and flaky salt. Chill for 1 hour, then break into pieces.

Notes

Chilling time is not included in the cook time. Add it in the Custom Time field if you want it to display.
Store airtight at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.