Description
This Saltine Cracker Candy is the ultimate combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy—perfect for quick holiday treats or edible gifts. With just a few pantry staples like butter, brown sugar, and chocolate chips, you can whip up this easy recipe in no time. Topped with crushed peppermint or festive sprinkles, it’s a visually stunning and flavor-packed dessert idea. Whether you’re looking for easy dessert ideas, quick holiday snacks, or festive food gifts, this candy is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
40 saltine crackers
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
1/2 cup crushed peppermint or holiday sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Spray lightly with non-stick spray.
2. Lay saltine crackers in a single layer to cover the entire sheet.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until fully combined and bubbling. Let boil for 3 minutes without stirring.
4. Pour the toffee mixture over the crackers and spread evenly.
5. Bake for 5 minutes until the toffee is bubbling.
6. Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let sit for 2 minutes, then spread the melted chocolate evenly.
7. Sprinkle crushed peppermint or sprinkles over the melted chocolate and gently press them down.
8. Let cool at room temperature or refrigerate for 1 hour until fully set.
9. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Let the chocolate fully melt before spreading to avoid tearing the toffee.
Use parchment paper or foil for easy removal and cleanup.
Chill completely before breaking for clean, sharp pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: saltine cracker candy, Christmas crack, easy dessert, holiday candy, toffee bark, quick sweet snack