Description
Sweetness and holiday cheer come together in this Christmas Crack toffee. Buttery layers topped with chocolate-draped saltines create a crunchy, festive treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Toffee Base:
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup (220 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 40 saltine crackers
Chocolate and Topping:
- 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet chocolate chips (Guittard or Ghirardelli recommended)
- 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles or sliced almonds
Preparation Aid:
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the baking surface by lining a sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coating with non-stick spray or using a silicone baking mat.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, ensuring precise temperature for optimal results.
- Create a uniform base by arranging saltine crackers in a single, tight layer across the prepared pan, covering the entire surface without overlapping.
- Craft the caramel toffee by combining butter and brown sugar in a saucepan, heating until the mixture reaches a rolling boil and maintaining for exactly 3 minutes.
- Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the cracker layer, using a spatula to evenly distribute and completely cover the crackers.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 3-5 minutes until the toffee becomes gloriously bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven and immediately scatter chocolate chips across the surface, returning to oven for 2-3 minutes to allow complete melting.
- Gently spread the now-melted chocolate into a smooth, even layer using a clean spatula.
- While chocolate remains glossy and wet, sprinkle decorative toppings across the surface for festive flair.
- Allow the treat to cool completely at room temperature or expedite the process by chilling in the refrigerator before breaking into irregular, tempting pieces.
Notes
- Line your baking sheet with foil or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and make cleanup super easy.
- Watch the toffee and chocolate carefully to avoid burning, as a few seconds can make a big difference in texture and taste.
- Swap traditional sprinkles with crushed nuts, sea salt, or festive holiday-themed decorations to make this treat uniquely yours.
- Store in an airtight container between layers of parchment paper to keep the pieces crisp and prevent them from sticking together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 149 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg