Buttery Caramel Chocolate Crackers Recipe
This recipe for the Best 3-Ingredient Caramel Chocolate Crackers is the ultimate easy dessert hack. With just crackers, caramel, and chocolate, you can create an irresistible sweet and salty treat in minutes. It’s perfect for last-minute guests, holiday gifts, or a simple family snack. For another fantastic caramel and cracker combo, try the Caramel Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies Recipe.
PrintButtery Caramel Chocolate Crackers
A decadent sweet and salty treat featuring a crispy cracker base topped with buttery caramel and melted chocolate, perfect for snacking or gift giving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24-30 pieces 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 40 saltine crackers or 1.5 sleeves of club crackers
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 to 2 cups semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- Sea salt or kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 inch or 11×17 inch rimmed baking sheet with foil, then parchment paper.
- Arrange saltine crackers or club crackers in a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet, covering the entire surface without gaps.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar together, stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to boil.
- Once boiling, continue to whisk frequently for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
- Quickly pour the hot caramel mixture over the crackers and immediately spread evenly with a spatula, as it will begin to set rapidly.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes, watching carefully until the caramel is bubbling evenly across the surface.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee layer.
- Return the baking sheet to the warm turned-off oven for 1 minute to soften the chocolate, then remove and spread chocolate evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle generously with sea salt or kosher salt.
- Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet, then break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the freezer.
Notes
Do not scrape the sides of the saucepan while melting butter and sugar to prevent grainy toffee. Work quickly when spreading the caramel as it sets fast. Watch the crackers carefully during baking to prevent the edges from burning.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 25
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of cracker for this recipe?
Yes, you can use saltine crackers or a similar plain, salted cracker. The key is to use a sturdy, thin cracker that will hold up under the weight of the buttery caramel and chocolate layers in these Buttery Caramel Chocolate Crackers.
How should I store the finished chocolate crackers?
Store the Buttery Caramel Chocolate Crackers in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, you can refrigerate them, but let them come to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
Why did my caramel turn out grainy or crystallized?
This usually happens if the sugar is stirred too much as it melts or if sugar crystals splash onto the sides of the pan. To prevent this, avoid stirring once the mixture begins to boil. You can also gently brush down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush to dissolve any sugar crystals.
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