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This Christmas Crack recipe is a classic holiday treat made with buttery toffee, melted chocolate, and crunchy crackers. Sweet, salty, and addictive flavor, itโ€™s the perfect Homemade Christmas candy!

A baking tray filled with pieces of Christmas Crack toffee topped with chocolate and colorful red, green, and white sprinkles. A plate with more toffee pieces sits in the background, beside festive napkins.
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Why You’ll Love Christmas Crack!

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This Christmas Crack has been a holiday tradition in my kitchen for years. Every December, I make a few big batches, one to share and one to keep (because trust me, it disappears fast!).

The combination of buttery toffee, melted chocolate, and a sprinkle of festive toppings makes it the ultimate Christmas candy. Whether youโ€™re gifting it or snacking while wrapping presents, itโ€™s a must-make for the season.

If you love this ultimate Snacks Recipe, then you must try Bacon Crackers, Spicy Ranch Crackers or Chocolate Covered Ritz Crackers.

Ingredients

A flat lay of ingredients for Christmas Crack on a white surface: a bowl of chocolate chips, brown sugar, four butter sticks, colorful sprinkles, chopped pecans, and a plate of rectangular crackers.
  • Saltine Crackers – You can use your favorite crackers such as Ritz Crackers is a great substitute.
  • Butter – We used unsalted butter
  • Brown Sugar – Feel free to use light or dark brown sugar for a rich taste
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – Dark Chocolate, milk, or even white chocolate all work beautifully.
  • Toppings – Use half cup of toppings of your choice such as sprinkles, crushed pretzels, chopped nuts, festive M&Mโ€™s, etc.

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How to Make Christmas Crack

A baking sheet lined with foil holds a single layer of saltine crackers, ready to become delicious Christmas Crack. A red, green, and cream striped kitchen towel sits beside the tray on a white marble surface.

Step 1 – Preheat oven to 350ยฐF. Line a large baking sheet with foil, then lightly coat with non-stick spray. Arrange the saltines in a single layer, covering the entire pan.

A metal bowl on a marble countertop holds chunks of butter and packed brown sugarโ€”perfect for starting Christmas Crack. A red, green, and cream striped kitchen towel lies beside the bowl.

Step 2 – In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 3 minutes, stirring often. You can even melt in the microwave in a microwave safe bowl.

A baking sheet lined with foil holds a batch of Christmas Crack caramel squares, partially cut into a grid. A red and green striped kitchen towel lies beside the pan on a white marble surface.

Step 3 – Quickly pour the toffee mixture over the crackers, spreading evenly to coat. Bake for 5 minutes.

A baking sheet filled with Christmas Crack, a chocolate-covered dessert topped with red, white, and green sprinkles. The foil-lined sheet rests on white marble beside a red, green, and cream striped towel.

Step 4 – Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let sit for 1โ€“2 minutes, then spread evenly once softened with a spatula. Sprinkle with your favorite toppings while the chocolate is still warm.

Step 5 – Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm. Peel off the foil and break into pieces before serving.

Pieces of Christmas Crack holiday toffee topped with chocolate, festive red, green, and white sprinkles, and chopped pecans are arranged on a flat surface.
A stack of Christmas Crack chocolate-covered toffee crackers topped with festive red, green, and white sprinkles sits on a white plate.

Christmas Crack

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This Christmas Crack recipe is a classic holiday treat made with buttery toffee, melted chocolate, and crunchy crackers. Sweet, salty, and addictive, itโ€™s the perfect Homemade Christmas candy!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigerate: 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 40
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 139

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350ยฐF. Line a large baking sheet with foil, then lightly coat with non-stick spray.
  • Arrange the saltines in a single layer, covering the entire pan.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 3 minutes, stirring often.
  • Quickly pour the toffee mixture over the crackers, spreading evenly to coat. Bake for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let sit for 1โ€“2 minutes, then spread evenly once softened.
  • Sprinkle with your favorite toppings while the chocolate is still warm.
  • Refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm. Peel off the foil and break into pieces before serving.

Recipe Notes

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Recipe Tips
  • Line Baking Sheet – Use foil or parchment for easy removal and cleanup.
  • Toffing Mixture – Make sure to watch closely while melting so that it does not burn.
  • Add Toppings Quickly – The chocolate sets fast, so sprinkle while warm so the toppings stick.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 139kcal, Carbohydrates 14g, Protein 1g, Fat 9g, Saturated Fat 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat 2g, Trans Fat 0.2g, Cholesterol 13mg, Sodium 33mg, Potassium 64mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 10g, Vitamin A 152IU, Vitamin C 0.02mg, Calcium 15mg, Iron 1mg

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Variations Ideas

  • Peppermint Bark Crack – Add crushed candy canes on top for a minty taste.
  • Peanut Butter Twist – Drizzle with melted peanut butter before the chocolate sets for a delicious variation. We have even drizzled caramel for another delicious addition.
  • Nutty Delight – Top with chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts.
  • Graham Cracker Version – Swap saltines for graham crackers for a sweeter base.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it called Christmas Crack?

Because itโ€™s so addictive! There is no way you canโ€™t stop at just one piece!

How to Store Leftover Christmas Crack

Place inside an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, place in the fridge up to 2 weeks.

Can I Freeze Christmas Crack?

Absolutely! Christmas Crack freezes perfectly for up to 3 months. We recommend freezing layered with parchment paper so that it doesn’t all stick together.

A stack of three homemade Christmas Crack chocolate toffee bark pieces topped with colorful red, white, and green sprinkles and pecan pieces sits on a white plate. A cup and more tasty Christmas Crack are visible in the background.

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Hi, Iโ€™m Carrie Barnard โ€” a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

At Eating on a Dime, I share simple, budget-friendly recipes that are tested in my own kitchen and approved by my 8 kids. With millions of readers each month, I’m here to help you cook real food for real families โ€” without the stress.

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  1. Casey says:

    5 stars
    The best Christmas Dessert! We make this every year.