The Legendary Christmas Crack
This classic Christmas Crack (Saltine Toffee) is the ultimate sweet-and-salty holiday treat. Crisp saltine crackers are coated in buttery brown sugar toffee, topped with melted chocolate, and finished with festive toppings. Crunchy, snappy, and dangerously addictive.
Equipment
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Saucepan
- Spatula
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 40-50 saltine crackers
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or holiday sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, then parchment paper.
- Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer, salted side up, covering the pan completely.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter and brown sugar together. Once boiling rapidly, cook for exactly 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Immediately pour the hot toffee over the crackers and spread evenly. Bake for 5 minutes until bubbling.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee. Let sit 2–3 minutes, then spread into a smooth layer.
- Top with nuts or sprinkles if desired. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until fully set.
- Lift candy from pan, peel away parchment, and break into pieces. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Boiling the butter and sugar for a full 3 minutes is essential for a crunchy toffee texture. If undercooked, the toffee may turn chewy. Store chilled for best snap and texture.