Holiday Crack
Sweet, salty, buttery, and perfectly crunchy — Holiday Crack (also known as Christmas Crack) is the ultimate festive treat! Made with simple pantry staples like crackers, caramel, and chocolate, this easy no-fuss candy comes together in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re gifting it, serving it at parties, or keeping it all to yourself, one bite of this irresistible toffee bark will have everyone hooked!
Ingredients
- Base Layer
- 1 sleeve saltine crackers or graham crackers
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Chocolate Layer
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ tsp sea salt optional, for topping
- Optional Toppings
- Crushed candy canes
- Chopped pecans or almonds
- Colorful holiday sprinkles
- White chocolate drizzle
- Dried cranberries or crushed cookies
Instructions
- Prepare the Base:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer, covering the entire surface.
- Make the Toffee:
- In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until it comes to a rolling boil (about 3–4 minutes) and thickens into smooth caramel.
- Bake:
- Pour the toffee evenly over the crackers. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Add Chocolate:
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let sit for 1–2 minutes, then spread evenly with a spatula.
- Top & Chill:
- Add your favorite toppings while the chocolate is still soft. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Crack & Serve:
- Break into pieces and enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t overcook the toffee — remove from heat as soon as it turns golden.
- Use real butter for the best flavor and texture.
- Cool completely before breaking to get that perfect “crack.”
- Experiment with different bases like pretzels or graham crackers.
- Sprinkle sea salt before chilling for a gourmet sweet-salty finish.