One of my favorite treats at Christmas is Christmas Crack Recipe with M & Ms. If you love toffee, saltines, and chocolate with a little bit of extra holiday goodness (red & green M & Ms and sprinkles) then this is the perfect treat for your next holiday party.
It’s one of those dessert recipes that have me begging for the holidays to get here sooner.
What is Christmas Crack Candy?
I admit, I only found out about these in the last few years. I was at my daughters’ school party and one of the moms brought them in. Who would have thought using Saltine Crackers would be such a hit? My hubby was watching me while I was making it and he thought, are you crazy? Where did you get that idea from?
“You know, it’s not called Saltine Crack for nothing!” They are addicting. So sweet with a little salt and crunch. The perfect combination. I love adding the Red and Green M & M’s on top and some sprinkles just to give it some Christmas Cheer.
You could actually make this year-round and just change up what’s on top. Even just changing the color of sprinkles on top can get you into a different holiday season.
When making this dessert recipe I would just like to advise you not to skimp on the butter. You need the whole 2 sticks to get the crackers covered. Also, do not layer your crackers or they probably won’t have enough caramel on them.
They really need to soak in the mixture which works best with a single layer of saltines. With that said, on with the Christmas crack recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 sticks butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 sleeve saltines about 40
- 2 cups of semi sweet chocolate chips
- Sprinkles and M & M’s
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 325°.
- Line 9×13 jelly roll pan with aluminum foil. Spray foil with cooking spray and then line pan with saltine crackers, not overlapping.
- Place butter and sugar in a medium sized saucepan over low medium/low heat. Stir until butter is melted. Once butter is melted, bring to a boil for exactly 3 minutes. Stir constantly.
- When it has been bubbling for 3 minutes, pour evenly over crackers. Spread mixture with a knife. Try to move fast during this part so the toffee doesn’t harden.
- Place pan in oven and bake for 7-8 minutes. The mixture will spread evenly over the crackers as it bakes.
- Remove pan from oven and then sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of the toffee while it’s still hot. Let the chocolate chips melt for a few minutes and then spread all over the toffee with a spatula. Sprinkle M&M’s and sprinkles on top and then place in the fridge for 30 minutes. Once the chocolate has hardened break pieces off the foil and store for up to two weeks in a container or Eat ASAP.
Theresa @DearCreatives says
I’ve seen this around too but, never have made it yet. I love sweet salty combos. Wow, that’s a lot of butter! But, isn’t everything better with butter? lol
Candi Elm says
They are crazy good and easy to make.
Carolann says
well this looks so yummy! I will have to give it a try!
Candi Elm says
Thanks for stopping by you have to try them.
Mitzi says
I love a sweet and salty snack– sounds like a great choice for our upcoming Christmas game night!
Candi Elm says
Yes they will be a bit hit at your game night.
Steph says
The name says it all! I’ll have to try adding M&Ms the next time I make this!
Candi Elm says
The M & Ms make it really pretty. But they are good regardless.
Heather says
Looks so good! I wonder I could make this fly for my cookie party.
Candi Elm says
I am sure they would be great, No one will complain.
Clare says
Oh my that looks dangerous – is it possible to not eat it all in one sitting?
Candi Elm says
No I think you have to eat the whole batch.
Barb @ A Life in Balance says
Wowza! And, I could make this gluten free by using the Blue Diamond Almond Nut crackers!
Candi Elm says
Great Idea Barbara, I will have to try that too.
Christina @ It Is a Keeper says
I love this stuff! I’ll bet it’s even better with M&Ms! I can’t wait to make it!
Megan says
I guess I know what I will be making later!
Heather M says
Yum! I hadn’t heard of Christmas Crack until this year.
Sharon Rowe says
I am popping over from How To Get Organized At Home, I just wanted to say thank you for sharing this recipe, this looks awesome, I am so making this over the holidays. Thanks again for sharing.
sahana says
Yum!Thank you for linking up at Bloggers Brags pinterest party.I have pinned to bloggers brags pinterest board. We would love to see you again tomorrow.
Chris says
Easy recipe and very tasty. I use small pretzels instead of crackers.