Crunchy Grahams
Transform your snacking routine with these irresistibly indulgent Crunchy Grahams! This quick and easy recipe features the perfect balance of crispy graham crackers, a rich caramel coating made from butter and brown sugar, and optional toppings like chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt for a gourmet touch. With just 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of baking time, these sweet and salty treats make an effortless dessert or crowd-pleasing snack. Whether you're satisfying a late-night craving or prepping for a party, Crunchy Grahams are a delightfully addictive treat you'll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets graham crackers
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups chopped nuts (optional, e.g., pecans or almonds)
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Lay the graham cracker sheets flat on the prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a grid so they touch but do not overlap.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and stir in the brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring frequently, then let it boil for 2 minutes without stirring.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the vanilla extract until combined. If using, stir in the chopped nuts for added texture.
Carefully pour the hot caramel mixture over the graham crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover each cracker completely.
Sprinkle the sea salt over the top, if desired, for a sweet and salty twist.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the caramel topping is bubbly and golden.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the graham crackers cool completely (about 30 minutes). The caramel will harden as it cools.
Break the graham crackers into smaller pieces and serve or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.0 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1278 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.4 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 142.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 406 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
