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Christmas Crack


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 20 pieces 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and easy sweet and salty treat perfect for the holidays.


Ingredients

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  • Saltine crackers
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • Nuts (optional)
  • Candy canes (optional)
  • Sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring continuously until it comes to a boil.
  4. Pour the butter mixture over the saltine crackers, spreading evenly.
  5. Bake for 5-7 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let them sit for a few minutes to melt, then spread the chocolate into an even layer.
  7. Add nuts, crushed candy canes, or a sprinkle of sea salt as desired.
  8. Cool completely, then break into pieces and serve.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor. Don’t skip the cooling step; it helps the chocolate set perfectly.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg