Saltine Cracker Toffee, also known as “Christmas Crack,” is a sweet and salty treat that’s incredibly easy to make yet utterly addictive. This recipe transforms simple saltine crackers into a rich, buttery, caramel-like toffee base, topped with melted chocolate and optional toppings like chopped nuts or sprinkles. The result is a delicious, crunchy candy that has the perfect balance of salty and sweet, making it a favorite for holiday gatherings or as a quick dessert fix. With minimal ingredients and no candy thermometer required, this toffee is an easy crowd-pleaser that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 sleeve of saltine crackers (about 40 crackers)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, for topping)
- Sea salt (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they touch but don’t overlap.
- Make the toffee: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Stir frequently until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil for 3-4 minutes without stirring, until it thickens into a caramel-like consistency.
- Pour the toffee: Carefully pour the hot toffee mixture over the saltine crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure all the crackers are covered.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the toffee is bubbling.
- Add the chocolate: Remove the pan from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let them sit for a minute to melt, then use a spatula to spread the chocolate evenly over the toffee layer.
- Add toppings: If using, sprinkle chopped nuts or sea salt over the melted chocolate.
- Cool and break: Let the toffee cool at room temperature for 20 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour. Once fully hardened, break the toffee into pieces.
Saltine Cracker Toffee is a delightfully crunchy, salty-sweet treat that’s perfect for satisfying your candy cravings, gifting, or sharing with family and friends!
