These indulgent treats deliver the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and crunchy. Buttery crackers layered with rich homemade caramel and smooth melted chocolate come together to create a truly irresistible dessert—often called “Cracker Toffee” or “Christmas Crack.”
Salted Caramel Cracker Bites (Cracker Toffee)
Ingredients:
For the Base:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Saltine Crackers | 1 sleeve (about 35–40 crackers) |
For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Granulated Sugar | 1 cup |
| Unsalted Butter (cubed) | ½ cup |
| Heavy Cream | ¼ cup |
| Sea Salt | ½ teaspoon (adjust to taste) |
| Vanilla Extract | ½ teaspoon |
For the Topping:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Semisweet Chocolate Chips | 1 cup |
| Sea Salt | ½ teaspoon |
How to Make Salted Caramel Cracker Bites (Cracker Toffee):
Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Salted Caramel Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar while stirring constantly until it liquefies and turns a deep amber color.
Carefully add the cubed butter and stir until fully incorporated.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously (the mixture will bubble vigorously).
Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat, then stir in sea salt and vanilla extract.
Step 3: Arrange the Crackers
Lay the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4: Add the Caramel
Pour the hot caramel sauce evenly over the crackers, tilting the pan or using a spatula to spread it smoothly.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 5–7 minutes, until the caramel is bubbling and the cracker edges turn golden brown.
Step 6: Melt the Chocolate
Remove the pan from the oven and immediately sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips over the hot caramel layer.
Let them sit for a few minutes until melted from the residual heat.
Step 7: Spread and Finish
Using an offset spatula, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the surface.
Sprinkle the remaining sea salt evenly on top.
Step 8: Cool and Break
Allow the toffee to cool completely at room temperature, or refrigerate until the caramel and chocolate are firm.
Once set, break into bite-sized pieces and enjoy.
