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Saltine Toffee Candy

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If you’re looking for an easy and delicious holiday treat, this Saltine Toffee Candy Recipe, often playfully called Christmas Crack because of how addictive it can be, is exactly what you need. It’s a perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors that will have everyone coming back for more.

homemade saltine toffee recipe on a white plate.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Saltine Christmas Crack is a holiday treat that checks all the boxes—quick, easy, and absolutely delicious. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a holiday snack that everyone will rave about.

Whether you’re whipping it up for a holiday party, giving it as a homemade gift, or simply indulging in a sweet toffee treat yourself, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Plus, it’s easy to change up for an event or holiday! You can easily customize with different types of chocolate or toppings to suit your tastes. It’s a no-fuss recipe that delivers big on flavor, perfect for the busy holiday season.

sheet pan of chocolate sprinkled homemade toffee crackers.

Chocolate Saltine Toffee Ingredients:

  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers (38 crackers)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 package (12 oz) chocolate chips
  • Christmas sprinkles

How to make Saltine Toffee Candy

Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 10x15x1-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil and grease it with nonstick cooking spray. I find that using foil makes cleanup so much easier!

Arrange the Crackers: Lay out the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure the crackers are snugly fit together, but not overlapping. You may need to cut or break some crackers to fill the last row. I usually snack on the leftover pieces while waiting for the toffee to cook!

Saltine crackers arranged in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet, ready to be topped with homemade toffee.

Make the Toffee: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir continuously until the mixture begins to boil. Let it boil while stirring for 3 minutes, or until the mixture turns a caramel color and thickens slightly.

ingredients for homemade 2 ingredient toffee.

Pour the Toffee: Carefully pour the hot toffee brown sugar mixture over the arranged crackers, spreading it evenly to cover all the crackers. Be sure to cover every corner—this is what gives the Christmas Crack its addictive flavor.

Pouring golden caramel toffee over a layer of saltine crackers, creating the base for Christmas Crack.

Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 3 minutes. This allows the toffee mixture to further melt and soak into the crackers. Don’t worry if the edges look a little bubbly—this means it’s caramelizing nicely.

Add Chocolate Chips: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top, taking care to get every corner. Return it to the oven for another 2 minutes to soften the chocolate.

Spread the Chocolate: After removing the pan from the oven, use a knife or the back of a spoon to spread the melted chocolate over the entire surface of the toffee-covered crackers.

Freshly baked Christmas Crack with melted chocolate being spread evenly over the toffee layer.

Add Sprinkles: While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle your favorite Christmas sprinkles over the top. Let cool completely at room temperature. (Tip: You can put it in the fridge to cool faster, but I would never put a pan from the oven to the fridge – you need to wait for the pan to cool first)

Festive Christmas sprinkles being added to the melted chocolate layer of Saltine Christmas Crack.

Cool and Serve: Once set, use a sharp knife (I Like to use a pizza cutter myself) to cut the crackers into squares or you can simply break them apart roughly by hand. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container until ready to enjoy.

A tray of fully prepared Saltine Christmas Crack topped with chocolate and festive sprinkles, ready to be cut into pieces.

Pro Tips and Variations for “Christmas Crack”:

  • Pro Tip: If you prefer a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate. If you want sweeter, use white chocolate chips instead.
  • Variation: Sprinkle chopped chopped nuts (I like pecans or walnuts), flaky salt, or holiday sprinkles over the melted chocolate before it hardens.
  • Pro Tip: If you want a thicker layer of chocolate, feel free to add an extra half cup of chocolate chips.

How to store leftover Cracker Candy

Store your Saltine Christmas Crack in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to a week, in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for up to a month.

Use parchment paper between layers if freezing to prevent sticking.

Commonly asked Candy Questions

Q: Can I use a different type of cracker?
A: Yes, you can substitute salty crackers with Graham crackers, Club crackers, pretzels, or Ritz crackers for a different flavor and texture. I have also seen recipes with Chex Mix layers and intend to test in a future recipe. 

Q: How should I store the Christmas crack?
A: Store your Saltine Christmas Crack in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for up to one month.

Q: Can I freeze Saltine Christmas Crack?
A: Yes, you can freeze it! Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe container. It will last for up to three months.

plate of saltine crackers with chocolate and sprinkles.

I hope you enjoy making and eating this saltine Christmas crack as much as I do! It’s a simple treat that adds a sweet touch to any holiday celebration. Don’t forget to let me know how it turns out in the comments (plus I love reading your tips too) and if you have any questions, I’m here to help!

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Saltine Toffee Candy (Christmas Crack)


Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cool 1 hour
Whip up the best Saltine Toffee Candy (also called Christmas Crack) with this simple holiday recipe. A crunchy, salty, and sweet chocolatey treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients
 

  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers approximately 38 crackers
  • 1 cup unsalted butter equal to 2 sticks
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 12 oz. chocolate chips
  • sprinkles Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a 10×15-inch baking sheet with foil and spray generously with nonstick spray.
  • Arrange approximately 38 saltine crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they fight snugly against each other. You may need to break some crackers in half near the end of the sheet in order to complete the row.
  • Make Toffee: In a saucepan, melt 2 sticks of butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir continuously until the mixture begins to boil. Continue stirring for 3 minutes, or until the mixture turns a caramel color and thickens slightly.
  • Carefully pour Toffee over crackers, spreading evenly to cover all crackers.
  • Place pan in the oven and bake for another 3 minutes; the toffee should be bubbling.
  • Sprinkle 12 oz. of chocolate chips over the hot toffee-covered crackers. Return to the oven for 2 minutes to soften.
  • After removing the pan from the oven, use a knife or the back of a spoon to spread the melted chocolate over the entire surface of the toffee-covered crackers.
  • While the chocolate is still warm, add your favorite Christmas sprinkles over the top for a festive touch. Let the treat cool completely at room temperature.
  • Once set, use a pizza cutter or knife to cut or simply break into pieces.

Notes

Notes: See article for extra variations and storage tips.

Nutrition

Serving: 24pieces | Calories: 164kcal

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