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Christmas Crack Recipe

Christmas Crack Recipe

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Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Christmas Crack Recipe! This sweet-and-salty treat combines a buttery toffee base with creamy chocolate, creating an irresistible snack that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With just five ingredients and a quick 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that yields about 40 pieces, making it ideal for sharing or gifting. Customize it with colorful sprinkles or nuts to add your personal touch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers (about 3540 crackers)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a 10×15-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease it.
  3. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until combined.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil for exactly 3 minutes while stirring constantly.
  6. Pour the hot mixture evenly over the crackers and spread gently.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  9. In a heatproof bowl, microwave chocolate chips in 1-minute bursts, stirring until completely smooth.
  10. Spoon melted chocolate over the cooled cracker mixture and spread evenly.
  11. Add sprinkles on top for decoration if desired.
  12. Allow to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate until set before breaking into pieces.

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