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ritz cracker toffee

Ritz Cracker Toffee: The Ultimate Sweet and Salty Christmas Crack

  • Author: Lyndy
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 servings 1x

Description

Ritz Cracker Toffee, also known as Christmas Crack, combines the irresistible blend of salty Ritz crackers, rich toffee, and smooth chocolate for the ultimate indulgent treat. Perfect for holiday parties, gifts, or simply a festive snack, this addictive dessert is quick, easy, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 sleeves Ritz crackers (about 36 crackers)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips (or your favorite chocolate)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional, pecans or walnuts work well)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cracker Layer: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the Ritz crackers in a single layer, covering the entire baking sheet. You can break some crackers in half to fit the edges, but ensure all spaces are filled.
  2. Make the Toffee: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar and bring to a boil. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture should thicken and turn into a smooth, bubbly toffee.
  3. Pour the Toffee Over the Crackers: Once the toffee is ready, immediately pour it over the crackers. Use a rubber spatula to spread it evenly, ensuring all the crackers are covered.
  4. Bake the Toffee: Place the baking sheet in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-6 minutes. Watch carefully as the toffee should bubble up and begin to caramelize. Don’t overbake—just enough to get it nice and bubbly.
  5. Add the Chocolate: Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips over the hot toffee. Let them sit for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the heat from the toffee to melt the chocolate. Once melted, use a spatula to spread the chocolate into an even layer over the toffee.
  6. Add the Nuts (Optional): If you’re using chopped nuts, sprinkle them on top of the melted chocolate while it’s still soft. Gently press the nuts into the chocolate to help them adhere.
  7. Chill and Break Into Pieces: Let the toffee cool at room temperature for a few minutes before placing the pan in the fridge for about 1-2 hours to set. Once it’s fully cooled and the chocolate has hardened, break the toffee into pieces and serve.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper: It makes removing the toffee from the pan so much easier.
  • Don’t overbake the toffee: Once the butter and sugar are boiling, only cook for a few minutes. Overcooking can cause the toffee to harden too much.
  • Add the chocolate while the toffee is hot: This ensures the chocolate melts evenly over the crackers and toffee layer.
  • Be patient while cooling: Let the toffee chill completely before breaking it into pieces to ensure it holds its shape.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Ritz Cracker Toffee, Christmas Crack, Toffee Crack, Sweet and Salty Snack, Holiday Treats, No-Bake Toffee, Easy Christmas Candy

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