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Christmas Crack Candy

Irresistible Christmas Crack Candy for Happy Holiday Treats

Irresistible Christmas Crack Candy is a delightful treat that combines crunchy saltine crackers with rich toffee and luscious chocolate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups oyster crackers can be substituted with plain saltine crackers
  • 1 cup unsalted butter essential for the toffee base
  • 1 cup light brown sugar can use dark brown sugar for a deeper flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt opt for kosher salt or sea salt
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract always use pure for a richer taste
For the Topping
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips can swap with dark chocolate chips
  • 1 cup finely chopped nuts pecans or walnuts work beautifully

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Toffee: Combine 1 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of light brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add Crackers: Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and quickly add 4 cups of oyster crackers.
  4. Spread Mixture: Spread the coated crackers onto the lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake & Cool: Preheat oven to 450°F and bake for 5 minutes. Let cool until hard.
  6. Melt Chocolate: Melt 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth.
  7. Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled toffee mixture and sprinkle with nuts.
  8. Break Apart: Once set, break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow the candy to cool completely before breaking apart to prevent sticking. Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.

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