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Irresistible Christmas Crack Toffee Recipe Easy Homemade Holiday Treats

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A quick and easy holiday treat combining salty saltine crackers, buttery caramel toffee, and smooth semi-sweet chocolate, perfect for gifting and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • About 40 saltine crackers (enough to cover a 9×13-inch baking sheet in a single layer)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks or 226 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (220 grams) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 cups (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange saltine crackers in a single layer, covering the entire surface.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter and 1 cup (220 grams) packed light brown sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Once boiling, keep stirring and let it cook for exactly 3 minutes. If using a candy thermometer, aim for about 285°F (140°C).
  4. Carefully and quickly pour the hot toffee mixture evenly over the saltine crackers. Use a spatula to gently spread it if needed, ensuring all crackers are coated.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes to help the toffee bubble and soak into the crackers.
  6. Remove the pan from the oven and immediately scatter 2 cups (340 grams) of semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee. Let sit for 5 minutes to melt completely.
  7. Using an offset spatula or butter knife, spread the melted chocolate into an even layer.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the top.
  9. Transfer the baking sheet to the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours until the chocolate hardens and the toffee sets.
  10. Once firm, lift the parchment paper out and break the Christmas crack toffee into bite-sized chunks. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

If toffee turns out sticky or soft, it likely didn’t cook long enough during the boiling stage. Use a candy thermometer to reach 285°F (140°C) or boil for the full 3 minutes. Work quickly when spreading melted chocolate. Parchment paper helps lift the toffee easily. Chill completely before breaking toffee to avoid sticky mess.

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