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Christmas Saltine Toffee Candy Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes plus chilling time
  • Yield: 28 pieces 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Christmas Crack Candy recipe is a delightful holiday treat featuring a crispy saltine cracker base topped with a rich buttery caramel, melted semi-sweet chocolate, a swirl of white chocolate, and finished with crunchy pretzels and toffee bits. Easy to make and irresistibly addictive, it’s perfect for gifting or enjoying at festive gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 42 saltine crackers

Caramel Layer

  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (220 grams) brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (20 grams) light corn syrup

Chocolate Topping

  • 2 cups (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 ounces (85 grams) white chocolate, finely chopped

Toppings

  • 25–30 pretzels
  • ½ cup (148 grams) toffee bits

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) to prepare for baking the caramel-coated crackers.
  2. Prepare the baking sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, then arrange the saltine crackers evenly to create the base layer.
  3. Make the caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and light corn syrup. Stir continuously with a rubber spatula until the butter melts and the mixture begins to bubble. Continue stirring and cooking for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture reaches a temperature of 280°F (soft crack stage).
  4. Spread caramel over crackers: Pour the hot caramel evenly over the arranged saltine crackers and use a spatula to spread it uniformly. Place the baking sheet into the oven for 3-4 minutes until the caramel bubbles.
  5. Add chocolate chips: Remove the pan from the oven, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the hot caramel, then return it to the oven for 1 minute to melt the chocolate. Remove and spread the melted chocolate smoothly with a spatula.
  6. Drizzle white chocolate swirl: Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. Drizzle the white chocolate over the melted dark chocolate layer, then use a wooden skewer to create decorative swirls in alternating horizontal directions.
  7. Add pretzels and toffee bits: Sprinkle pretzels and toffee bits over the chocolate while it’s still melted to ensure they adhere well.
  8. Chill to set: Refrigerate the tray for 1-2 hours until the candy hardens completely, or speed up the process by placing it in the freezer for 20 minutes.
  9. Cut and serve: Remove the hardened candy from the fridge or freezer, peel away the parchment paper, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into squares, triangles, or break into pieces by hand.
  10. Store or enjoy: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container either refrigerated or at room temperature according to your preference and ambient temperature.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep the candy pieces in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days if it’s cool. Otherwise, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
  • Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Layer pieces separated by parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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