Christmas Crack
Christmas Crack
This easy holiday treat combines buttery toffee, rich chocolate, and crunchy pecans over a salty cracker base, making it the ultimate sweet-and-salty dessert. Perfect for gifting, snacking, or holiday parties, it’s incredibly simple to make and absolutely irresistible!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Ingredients You’ll Need
| 35-40 saltine crackers |
| 1 cup butter |
| 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark) |
| 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips |
| 1/2 cup chopped pecans |
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 10×15-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray generously with cooking spray.
- Lay the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter and brown sugar, whisking constantly. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it bubble for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the saltines, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let the chocolate sit for a few minutes to melt, then use a spatula to spread it evenly over the surface.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the melted chocolate.
- Let the Christmas Crack cool at room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator or freezer for at least 1 hour to set completely.
- Once hardened, peel off the foil and cut or break into pieces. Serve and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
- Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday platters, or as a quick edible gift wrapped in cellophane.
- For added variety, swap pecans with sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or other nuts.
This sweet-and-crunchy treat is a holiday favorite that will quickly become a tradition in your home!
