Description
Festive holiday magic shines through this irresistible Christmas crack recipe, blending sweet chocolate and crunchy crackers into a delightful seasonal treat. Guaranteed to become a family favorite, you’ll savor every mouthwatering bite of this simple yet indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (225 g / 8 ounces) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar
- 40 saltine crackers (approximately one sleeve)
Chocolate Layer:
- 2 cups (350 g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
Topping (Optional):
- ½ cup (60 g) chopped nuts, sprinkles, or crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil, making sure to cover the edges completely and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Create a uniform layer of saltine crackers across the prepared baking surface.
- Combine butter and brown sugar in a saucepan, heating over medium flame while continuously stirring until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Maintain the boil for approximately 3-4 minutes, allowing the caramel to develop a rich, slightly thickened consistency.
- Gently cascade the molten caramel mixture over the crackers, using a spatula to distribute evenly and ensure complete coverage.
- Transfer the baking sheet to a preheated 400F (200C) oven, allowing the caramel to bubble and intensify for 5 minutes.
- Extract the sheet from the oven and immediately scatter chocolate chips across the hot caramel surface.
- Let the chocolate rest for 60 seconds to facilitate melting, then carefully spread into a smooth, uniform layer using a clean spatula.
- While the chocolate remains soft, embellish with your preferred decorative toppings.
- Allow the confection to cool naturally at room temperature, then refrigerate for approximately 2 hours to achieve complete solidification.
- Once fully set, fracture the Christmas Crack into irregular, bite-sized pieces ready for serving.
Notes
- Substitute saltine crackers with gluten-free versions for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals, ensuring everyone can enjoy this sweet treat.
- Control caramel consistency by watching carefully during boiling, stirring continuously to prevent burning and achieve perfect golden-brown color.
- Experiment with different chocolate types like dark, milk, or white chocolate to customize flavor profiles and match personal preferences.
- Add festive toppings such as crushed candy canes, toasted nuts, or sea salt flakes to elevate the dessert’s visual appeal and taste complexity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg