Other names for this iconic dessert include Saltine Toffee, Toffee Saltines, and Cracker Toffee, but I think Christmas Crack is just more fun to say! If you’ve never made this candy before, you’ll be surprised at how simple it is to turn some regular ingredients into decadent candy.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Key Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need: Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Saltine Crackers: Saltine crackers or soda crackers are the base to this cracker candy recipe. Use any brand that you like. Cheap saltines will work just as well as the name brand ones. Butter and Brown Sugar: This combo cooks together to create the toffee part of our saltine toffee. Unsalted butter is the best option here, since the crackers are already salted.Chocolate Chips: Semisweet chips create the top layer of this candy. I like to use a higher quality chip like Guittard or Ghirardelli for this recipe because they melt very well.Pecans and Sprinkles: Pecans add flavor and crunch to the top of our Christmas Crack, while some holiday sprinkles make it festive and fun.
These Christmas sprinkles are perfect!
How to Make Christmas Crack
Christmas Crack Tips and Tricks
Either break it or cut it: It’s up to you how you want your Christmas Crack candy to look. Breaking it into pieces is fun, and gives a rustic, candy bark look, while cutting it into uniform squares might be more your style. Either way will be perfect. Cook the caramel long enough: It’s important to cook the caramel to the point that it will harden. Using a candy thermometer makes this really easy, as you can measure to be sure it’s at the right temperature. Without a candy thermometer, be sure to cook for the time indicated in the recipe, no less. Use the right tools: For this recipe, I’m using my favorite Nordic Ware baking sheet. These things are so well made and will last forever. You’ll also need a silicone spatula to spread out all of that sticky caramel. If you’re in the market for a new set of measuring tools, this set is amazing! They are magnetic so they stack up and stick together.
Ways to Top Your Cracker Candy
The classic recipe for Saltine Toffee or Christmas Crack has chopped pecans on top, but you can add anything you like to give this candy your personal touch. Try using walnuts or cashews for a change, or add chopped candy bars, toffee pieces, or even crushed candy canes.
What to Serve with Christmas Crack
With More Holiday Treats! Christmas Crack fits in perfectly on a cookie tray, at the end of a buffet table, or in a holiday gift box. Make these other Christmas treats to go with it:
Divinity CandyEasy Christmas TrufflesRicotta CookiesChristmas Tree Cupcakes
With Christmas Dinner: Get ready for the holiday rush by planning your meal now. See my holiday side dish recipes and try out recipes like Cornish Roasted Hens, Instant Pot Honey Glazed Ham, Crockpot Green Bean Casserole, and Sausage Stuffing. Start a new tradition with this simple recipe for Christmas Crack made out of Saltines! It’s fun and easy to make, and even more fun to eat. © Little Sunny Kitchen
