Description
Indulgent Christmas crack recipe elevates holiday snacking with its irresistible blend of sweet and salty flavors. Crispy graham crackers, chocolate, and caramel create a festive treat craved by guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 sleeve buttery crackers (about 40 crackers)
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 226 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (220 grams) brown sugar
Chocolate and Chips:
- 1 cup (170 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (170 grams) milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup (170 grams) peanut butter chips
- 1 cup (226 grams) white almond bark (optional)
Nuts:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) unsalted peanuts
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) salted peanuts
Optional Toppings:
- Crushed candy canes
- Extra nuts
- Sea salt
- Holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by lining it with parchment paper or a specialized liner, ensuring effortless removal and preventing any potential sticking.
- Systematically arrange the buttery crackers in a precise, uniform layer covering the bottom surface of the slow cooker.
- Craft the caramel base by combining butter and brown sugar in a saucepan, gradually heating and continuously stirring until the mixture reaches a rolling boil. Maintain the simmer for approximately 5 minutes, then meticulously pour the golden liquid over the cracker foundation, guaranteeing comprehensive and even coverage.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and allow the mixture to gently cook on low temperature for two uninterrupted hours, resisting the temptation to lift the lid during the process.
- Once the cooking cycle concludes, delicately scatter chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and chopped peanuts across the caramelized surface. Permit these toppings to soften slightly from the residual heat, then carefully distribute them using a spatula to create a harmonious layer.
- Permit the confection to cool completely at room temperature, transforming it into a solid, brittle-like treat that can be effortlessly fractured into irregular, bite-sized pieces.
- Transfer the finished Christmas Crack to an airtight container, preserving its crisp texture and decadent flavor for future enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose high-quality buttery crackers for the best texture and flavor in your Christmas Crack.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the caramel reaches the perfect consistency without burning.
- Create dairy-free or gluten-free versions by substituting ingredients like gluten-free crackers or dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Experiment with different toppings like crushed candy canes, sea salt, or alternative nuts to personalize your holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg