Christmas Crack
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3.7
Christmas Crack
Description
In this Christmas Crack recipe, salted saltine crackers form the base layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. A sauce of brown sugar, butter, and peanut butter is heated to a boil and poured evenly over the crackers, which caramelizes slightly during a short bake at 400°F. The hot caramel layer clings to the crackers, providing a sticky, sweet foundation.
After baking, semi-sweet chocolate chips are sprinkled over the hot caramel and baked briefly to soften and melt, then spread to an even layer. Chopped M&Ms add color and additional sweetness atop the chocolate. Cooling the treat on the counter then freezing it ensures the layers harden properly and the candy breaks into bite-sized pieces with a crisp texture.
This no-fuss dessert pairs salty and sweet flavors with crunchy and smooth textures, making it a festive candy for holidays or anytime. Peanut butter is optional and can be omitted or replaced with nuts for different variations.
Ingredients
- 1/4 pound saltine crackers about one sleeve, salted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet
- 1/2 cup M&M candies chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a 18x13 baking sheet with parchment paper. Place all of the saltines salt side up on the baking sheet in an even layer.
- Add the sugar, butter, and peanut butter to a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. When the mixture is fully boiling, stop stirring and allow to boil for three minutes.
- Carefully pour the boiling mixture over the crackers and put in the oven for five minutes.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the chocolate chips. Return to the oven for 1 minute.
- Spread the chocolate chips out into an even layer and sprinkle the m&ms over the chocolate.
- Let cool on the counter for about 20 minutes. Place in the freezer for an hour and then break apart into small pieces.
Notes
- Peanut butter can be omitted if preferred; it adds flavor but is not essential.
- For a nutty variation, replace the M&Ms topping with chopped pecans.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1piece | |
| Calories | 313kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 163mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
3.7
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