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Christmas Crack Candy

A delightful combination of buttery toffee, rich chocolate, and crunchy nuts perfect for the holiday season.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts like pecans or almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil, and let it boil for 3 minutes.
  4. Add the vanilla extract to the bubbling mixture.
  5. Pour the toffee mixture over a layer of saltine crackers arranged in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 5-7 minutes until the toffee is bubbly and golden.
  7. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips on top. Let them sit for a few minutes until melted, then spread the chocolate evenly.
  8. Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the melted chocolate and press them gently into the chocolate.
  9. Let the candy cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

Notes

A perfect treat for holiday gifting or snacking.