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Christmas crack cookies saltines on a baking sheet with melted chocolate and toffee

Christmas Crack Cookies with Saltines

Christmas crack cookies with saltines are an irresistibly crunchy, salty-sweet holiday treat made with buttery toffee, melted chocolate, and crisp saltine crackers. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for gifting, parties, and make-ahead baking.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers (about 40 crackers)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup optional toppings (peppermint, nuts, sprinkles, sea salt)

Equipment

  • rimmed baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and parchment paper, then arrange saltine crackers in a single layer.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Bring to a boil while stirring constantly and cook for 3 minutes until thickened.
  3. Carefully pour the hot toffee evenly over the saltines and spread quickly with a spatula.
  4. Bake for 5 minutes until the toffee bubbles and soaks into the crackers. Remove from the oven carefully.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let sit for 2–3 minutes, then spread into an even layer.
  6. Add toppings if desired. Cool completely, then refrigerate for 30 minutes before breaking into pieces.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Use fresh saltines for the best crunch and real butter for proper toffee setting. Chill fully before breaking to avoid sticky pieces. Store in the fridge or freezer for best texture, especially in warm or humid kitchens.

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