Christmas Crack is a delicious, sweet, salty and caramel-y candy that has become one of the most popular holiday snacks. It’s easy to make, a crowd pleaser and perfect for cookie trays, gift giving or snack tables.
It’s made with just four ingredients and is a classic treat that everyone will love!
Toffee Layer
This recipe calls for butter and brown sugar to make a thick, chewy toffee that is the ultimate salty-sweet-caramel snack. It doesn’t require a candy thermometer and can be easily topped with chocolate, nuts, M&Ms or sprinkles.
Toffee Mixture
The butter and sugar mixture is simmered for a few minutes to emulsify the butter into the brown sugar. Then it’s poured over saltine crackers and baked for about 15 minutes.
After baking, the toffee should be thick and glossy, and it should set up like a stiff hardened layer on top of the crackers. If not, return it to the oven and cook for a few more minutes until a solid, thick layer has formed.
Toppings
If you want to add a topping, just melt some white chocolate in a bowl over the pan of toffee and spread it over the crackers. You can also add other types of toppings such as chopped nuts, M&Ms, pretzels or sprinkles.
Chocolate Ganache
Topping it off with a layer of smooth and silky chocolate ganache is what makes this recipe truly special! It’s so easy to make and tastes even better than store-bought.
I recommend using bittersweet chocolate chips for this recipe because the flavor is so good, but you can use milk or dark chocolate if that’s what you have on hand. Or, if you’re feeling particularly creative, you can mix and match different flavors of chocolate to create a unique and delicious holiday treat!
Freeze it up for a quick snack or dessert.
This toffee-like candy is easy to make, and it freezes well for a snack or dessert. It can be broken into pieces and stored in the freezer for a few months or longer!
You can also store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. It’s a great treat to have on hand during the holidays, and it’s the perfect gift for neighbors!
Christmas Crack (Saltine Toffee) is a classic salty-sweet-caramel treat that’s easy to make. It’s delicious on its own, but you can add a variety of toppings to make it more exciting.
It’s a crowd-pleaser that you’ll want to make again and again!
The easiest homemade candy you’ll ever make!
It takes just 15 minutes to make this delicious candy that is a holiday classic. It’s so delicious and you can decorate it however you like!
You can even add a few drops of food coloring to the chocolate ganache for a colorful and festive look. Or, if you’re looking for a healthier option, use reduced-sugar chocolate ganache! You can also add a few drops of vanilla to the ganache for a subtle hint of flavor.
