Nutty Soda Cracker Candy
Get ready to indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors with this Nutty Soda Cracker Candy recipe! Often dubbed "Christmas Crack" for its addictive taste, this easy-to-make treat layers crispy soda crackers with a luscious caramel base, a blanket of melted semi-sweet chocolate, and a generous sprinkle of your favorite chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute bake, this crowd-pleasing candy is perfect for holiday gatherings, dessert platters, or a midday indulgence. Plus, its beautiful broken pieces make for a charming edible gift. Whether you're looking for a beginner-friendly sweet treat or a show-stopping snack, this Nutty Soda Cracker Candy hits all the right notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 40 pieces soda crackers (saltine crackers)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or almonds)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly grease the foil or spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Arrange the soda crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there are no gaps between them.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until combined. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it boil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Carefully pour the caramel mixture evenly over the soda crackers, spreading it with a spatula to coat all the crackers completely.
Bake the caramel-coated crackers in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. The caramel will bubble up as it bakes. Remove the tray from the oven.
Immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot caramel layer. Let them sit for 2 minutes to soften, then gently spread the melted chocolate evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the melted chocolate layer, pressing them down gently so they adhere.
Let the candy cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until the chocolate is fully set and hardened.
Once set, lift the candy from the tray using the foil and break it into small, irregular pieces by hand.
Store the Nutty Soda Cracker Candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 326.7 g | 419% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.7 g | 653% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 6212 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 927.4 g | 337% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.7 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 379.9 g | ||
| Protein | 83.7 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 711 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 33.6 mg | 187% | |
| Potassium | 1499 mg | 32% | |
*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.
