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Christmas Crack (Saltine Cracker Toffee)

A quick and irresistible holiday treat made with only 5 ingredients! This Christmas Crack has the perfect sweet-and-salty balance, featuring buttery caramel, melted chocolate, and crunchy saltine crackers. Ideal for gifting, parties, and make-ahead holiday baking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Chocolate Toffee Bark, Christmas Crack, Easy Christmas Dessert, Holiday Toffee, Saltine Toffee
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 48 saltine crackers (about 1½ sleeves)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½–1 cup M&Ms, chopped nuts, or sprinkles (for topping)

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment or foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
  2. Arrange the saltine crackers in a single even layer on the pan.
  3. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Stir and bring to a gentle boil, cooking for 3 minutes.
  4. Pour the hot caramel mixture evenly over the crackers. Spread quickly with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 8 minutes, until the caramel is bubbling.
  6. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over the top. Wait 1–2 minutes for them to soften, then smooth with a spatula.
  7. Add M&Ms, nuts, or other toppings.
  8. Freeze for 15 minutes, then rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  9. Flip the slab onto a cutting board, peel off the foil, and break into pieces.

Notes

  • Store at room temperature up to 1 week (if cool environment).
  • Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
  • Freeze up to 3 months (use parchment between layers).
  • Try toppings like chopped pecans, almonds, toffee bits, or crushed candy canes.