Graham Cracker Crunch
Indulge in the irresistible simplicity of Graham Cracker Crunch, a quick and easy dessert that combines buttery caramel, crisp graham crackers, and optional toasted pecans for a decadent treat. Prepared in just 20 minutes with only six pantry-friendly ingredients, this recipe features a rich caramel sauce made from brown sugar and butter, generously poured over graham crackers and baked to golden perfection. The nuts add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor, but this recipe is just as satisfying without them. Perfect for holiday gifting, snackable party bites, or an anytime sweet fix, these caramel-coated graham cracker bites are sure to become a household favorite. Make-ahead friendly and easy to store, this recipe is a must-try for fans of simple, crowd-pleasing desserts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets graham crackers
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Arrange the graham cracker sheets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, breaking them as needed to fit the edges.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and salt, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to bubble and is fully combined (about 3–4 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Be careful, as the mixture may bubble up slightly when adding the vanilla.
Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the graham crackers, using a spatula to spread it if necessary to cover all crackers fully.
If using chopped pecans, sprinkle them evenly over the top of the caramel-coated graham crackers.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the caramel is bubbling and slightly darkened in color.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. The caramel hardens as it cools.
Once cooled, break the graham crackers into pieces or leave them whole, depending on your preference.
Store your Graham Cracker Crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.0 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.0 g | 255% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1343 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.5 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 622 mg | 13% | |
*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.
