Description
Christmas Cracker Candy is a festive delight that combines salty and sweet in a crunchy, chocolate-covered treat. This easy-to-make dessert features Saltine crackers topped with a rich caramel layer, melted chocolate, and an array of colorful toppings. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a homemade gift, this candy captures the spirit of Christmas in every delicious bite. Gather your loved ones and create this mouthwatering treat that will undoubtedly become a new holiday tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Saltine crackers (about 40 crackers)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup festive toppings (sprinkles, nuts, mini marshmallows)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange Saltine crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until bubbling; stir continuously until smooth.
- Pour the caramel over the crackers and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle chocolate chips on top while warm, let sit until soft, then spread. Top with your chosen festive decorations.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg