Crockpot Christmas Crack is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that combines salty, sweet, and chocolatey goodness. It’s often made with crackers, caramel, and chocolate, all cooked together in a slow cooker for a simple yet irresistible holiday snack. Here’s a recipe for you to try!
Ingredients:
- 1 sleeve of saltine crackers (about 40 crackers)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate, your choice)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes or sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crockpot: Line the bottom of your slow cooker with parchment paper or spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer the Crackers: Arrange a single layer of saltine crackers on the bottom of the crockpot. You may need to break some crackers to fill gaps, but it’s okay.
- Make the Caramel Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Stir frequently until the butter is fully melted and the sugar has dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the Caramel Over the Crackers: Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the layer of crackers in the crockpot. Make sure all the crackers are coated.
- Cook the Crackers:
- Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low for 1 hour. Stir halfway through the cooking time to ensure everything is well-mixed.
- The crackers should be golden brown and slightly crispy when done.
- Add the Chocolate:
- After cooking, sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot cracker mixture.
- Cover the crockpot again and let the chocolate melt for about 10 minutes, then stir the melted chocolate into the cracker mixture until it’s completely coated.
- Chill and Decorate:
- Transfer the mixture to a lined baking sheet or tray, spreading it out into an even layer.
- If you want to add extra decoration, sprinkle crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles on top for a festive touch.
- Let it cool completely, then break it into pieces.
- Enjoy: Once cooled and broken into pieces, your Crockpot Christmas Crack is ready to serve! It’s perfect for holiday parties, gifts, or just snacking at home.
Tips:
- You can experiment with different types of chocolate or even drizzle white chocolate on top.
- For a salted touch, sprinkle a little sea salt on top before the chocolate hardens.
Enjoy the holiday treat!