Christmas Crack Cookies
Christmas Crack Cookies are an easy, irresistible holiday treat featuring a crunchy saltine cracker base topped with buttery caramel and melted chocolate, perfect for holiday parties and gifting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 40 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- About 40 full saltine crackers (around 1 sleeve)
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 2 cups (340 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
- Optional toppings: crushed peppermint candies, chopped nuts, flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a 9×13 inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the lined baking sheet, covering the bottom completely.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Stir in 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar and continue stirring until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Boil gently for 3 minutes while stirring constantly until thickened and deep golden brown.
- Pour the hot caramel evenly over the saltine crackers and spread gently to coat every cracker.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes to allow caramel to soak into crackers.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle 2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the hot caramel.
- Let the chocolate chips sit for about 5 minutes to soften and melt, then spread into a smooth layer using an offset spatula or butter knife.
- Add optional toppings like crushed peppermint or chopped nuts while the chocolate is still warm, if desired.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely at room temperature or refrigerate for about 30 minutes until chocolate hardens.
- Once set, break the sheet into bite-sized pieces and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
Boil the butter and brown sugar mixture for exactly 3 minutes to get the perfect caramel consistency. Line the baking sheet with foil or parchment for easy cleanup and to lift the cookies out for breaking. Let chocolate chips soften naturally before spreading for a smooth finish. For a thinner caramel layer, reduce butter and brown sugar by 2 tablespoons each. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate to keep chocolate firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 small pieces
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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