Best 9 Christmas Crack Recipes

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Indulge in the festive spirit with the irresistible Christmas Crack, a delightful treat that combines the flavors of sweet and salty in a crispy, crunchy bite. This classic holiday confection is a staple at gatherings, potlucks, and cookie exchanges. With its ease of preparation and minimal ingredients, Christmas Crack is a perfect choice for bakers of all skill levels. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences, including a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions. From the classic combination of saltine crackers, butter, chocolate, and toffee bits to variations featuring pretzels, popcorn, and even bacon, there's a recipe for every palate. Get ready to spread holiday cheer with this addictive snack that's sure to be a hit at your next festive gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHRISTMAS CRACK



Christmas Crack image

This is so simple but delicious - and unbelievably popular at Christmas. It's a nice addition to Holiday Treat Gifts

Provided by VctrnRse

Categories     Candy

Time 15m

Yield 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

35 -40 saltine crackers
1 cup butter
1 cup light brown sugar or 1 cup dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or 1 1/3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
nuts (optional) or candy sprinkles (optional)

Steps:

  • Line 1 large or 2 small jelly-roll pans with aluminum foil, spray with nonstick spray and arrange the saltines salt-side down in a single layer.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together and boil until it turns a caramel color, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and add one teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  • Pour over the crackers, covering them evenly.
  • Put the pan into the oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until just bubbly, watching carefully.
  • Remove from the oven and pour the chocolate chips over the crackers.
  • When the chips melt a bit, spread them over the crackers with a knife.
  • Cool completely. You can put the pan into the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to get completely cold.
  • Break up into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

CROCK POT CHRISTMAS CRACK RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Crock Pot Christmas Crack Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by AuntieGooper

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16-ounce) jar unsalted peanuts
1 (16-ounce) jar salted peanuts
1 (12-ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (12-ounce) bag milk chocolate chips
2 (10-ounce) bag peanut butter chips
2 (1-pound) package white almond bark or vanilla candy coating

Steps:

  • Layer all ingredients in a large crockpot (starting with peanuts). Turn the pot on low, cover with lid, and leave sitting for 2 hours. Then, remove lid and stir to combine. Replace lid and leave sitting for another 30 minutes. Stir again and then spoon mixture on to wax paper or non-stick aluminum foil. Allow to harden for at least 1 hour.

CROCK POT CHRISTMAS CRACK



Crock Pot Christmas Crack image

This super easy candy recipe is delicious. The chocolate's smooth and creamy - kind of tastes like a cross between a Reese's cup and a Snickers bar. This recipe makes a huge batch of candy. It would be great on the dessert table or package in tins as a festive holiday gift.

Provided by Angie Webb

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 jar(s) unsalted peanuts, 16 oz
1 jar(s) salted peanuts, 16 oz.
1 bag(s) semi-sweet chocolate chips, 12 oz
1 bag(s) milk chocolate chips, 12 oz
2 bag(s) peanut butter chips, 10 oz each
2 pkg white almond bark or vanilla candy coating, 1 lb each

Steps:

  • 1. Layer all ingredients in a large Crock Pot (starting with peanuts).
  • 2. Break apart the bark into chunks and place into the Crock Pot as the last layer.
  • 3. Turn the pot on low, cover with lid, and leave sitting for 1 hour.
  • 4. Then, remove the lid and stir to combine.
  • 5. Replace lid and leave sitting for another 30 minutes keeping an eye to make sure it doesn't burn.
  • 6. Stir again. Then spoon mixture onto wax paper or non-stick aluminum foil.
  • 7. Allow candy to harden for at least 1 hour. Enjoy!

CHRISTMAS REINDEER CRACK RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Christmas Reindeer Crack Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by á-46561

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups salted pretzels
2 cups Bugles
2 cups Fritos
1 cup Chex Mix
1 cup roasted peanuts
1 1/2 cups M&Ms
1 pack of white chocolate bark or melting chocolate

Steps:

  • In a large bowl pour your pretzels, Fritos, Bugles, Chex Mix, peanuts, and M&Ms. Place the melting chocolate or bark in a bowl & microwave for 90 seconds. Stir and, if needed, heat an additional 15 seconds until it's smooth and creamy. Watch it closely, and stop to stir every 15 seconds, otherwise it may burn.For more reliable results, use double boiler. Drizzle melted chocolate over the mixture in the bowl and mix around to coat it all. Once fully coated, take a large cookie sheet and pour coated mixture onto the sheet and spread it out and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, break into pieces. Store in an air tight container.

CHRISTMAS CRACK CORN RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Christmas Crack Corn Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by broots

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 cups popped corn
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons (one stick) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
I cup salted peanuts, roughly chopped, optional
6 ounces (about 1 cup) semisweet chocolate chips (I use Ghirardelli 60%)
Grapeseed, vegetable, or canola oil for greasing pans and bowls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Prepare the popcorn using whatever method you prefer. If using a pot, 1 cup corn, 1/3 cup oil (grapeseed, vegetable, or canola) and ½ teaspoon salt should do the trick. If using microwave popcorn, buy an unbuttered, lightly salted variety. And did you know you can make your own microwave popcorn using a paper bag? Grease a large mixing bowl with oil and measure out 12 cups of popcorn into the bowl. In a medium pot or saucepan (make sure the sides are at least 3 inches high), add the sugar, corn syrup, butter, and ½ teaspoon salt. Measure out the vanilla and baking soda and have ready. Prep the peanuts (if using) before heating the sugar mixture. You will also want to have two spoons or rubber spatulas close at hand, and a large baking sheet with sides or roasting pan. Coat all of these with a little oil. Heat the sugar/butter mixture until it comes to a boil. Stir constantly for five minutes on a low boil. Take off the heat and add the baking soda and vanilla (it will get foamy). Stir to incorporate. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn (add the peanuts). Mix with the spoons/spatulas as best you can. Don't try to mix with your hands-the caramel will burn. Don't worry if it doesn't mix evenly. You can fix that in the oven. Dump the corn and caramel onto the prepared baking sheet, spread out as much as possible, and place in the preheated oven. Check after 10 to 15 minutes and stir the mixture. The caramel will soften and you should be able to mix it more thoroughly. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Allow the corn to cool completely and break up any large pieces before proceeding. Melt the chocolate, either in a double boiler or in the microwave (50% power, in 30 second increments), until just melted. Using a spoon, drizzle the chocolate over the pan of caramel corn. You want big chocolate bits, not tiny drizzles. Do not stir. Let chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before packaging or eating. Makes one large baking sheet of popcorn. It's never enough.

CHRISTMAS REINDEER "CRACK"



Christmas Reindeer

Make this easy and delicious Christmas crack a new holiday tradition. It has a wonderful combination of flavors. What makes this different for us is the addition of Bugles. They are extra salty. When coated with the white chocolate, we kept picking those out of the mix. Overall, this treat has the perfect sweet and salty...

Provided by Carol Hankins

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c Bugles
2 c mini-pretzels
2 c Rice Chex cereal
2 c dry roasted peanuts
2 c red and green M&M's
24 oz white chocolate

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients, except white chocolate, in a large bowl.
  • 2. Melt chocolate in the microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  • 3. Pour melted chocolate over and mix well.
  • 4. Spread on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and allow to cool.
  • 5. When cooled, break into pieces. Store in a dry covered container. No need to refrigerate.

BARGAIN HUNTERS BOARD CHRISTMAS CRACK



Bargain Hunters Board Christmas Crack image

This is the best thing I've ever tasted, brought to me a few years back by Babycenter.com's Amazing and Wonderful Bargain Hunters Board! The BHB and I go waaaaay back. I remember my first day, 4 years ago. I reported the board for trolls. LMAO. Preparation time is hands on time, cooking time includes freezer cooling.

Provided by Red Hook

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

40 saltine crackers (1 sleeve)
1 cup butter (I use unsalted)
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
sea salt or kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line a jelly roll pan with parchment or wax paper.
  • Place the saltines neatly in the pan, not overlapping. The pan should hold 40 crackers pretty neatly. I break the last row in half to fit tightly.
  • Melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Keep on med-hi to hi and stir constantly for 5 minutes exactly.
  • BE AWARE that hot sugar is really fracking hot. Don't consider touching it.
  • Pour the sugar mixture onto the saltines and spread out over all the crackers. I use a frosting spreader. Use a fork to move any wayward crackers back in line.
  • Put in in the oven for 3-5 minutes.
  • Pull out and let sit for a minute, then empty the bag of chocolate chips all over the top. Back in the oven for a minute, then spread out the now melty yumminess.
  • Sprinkle some salt on top. This is optional. In some universes, I guess.
  • Put it in the freezer for 30 minutes or let it sit out for hours. It's a pretty easy decision for me, really.
  • Break up into cracker sized pieces.
  • Hide in the closet and eat 10 pieces before letting anyone know you made them.

CORTNEY'S CHRISTMAS CRACK



Cortney's Christmas Crack image

A yummy treat that's both sweet and salty. It's been dubbed Christmas Crack by my co-workers because I make it every year for them at Christmas and because it is so addictive. Enjoy!

Provided by Shaman Chef

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 2 cookie trays, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

18 ounces white chocolate (Bar or Chips)
2 1/2 ounces popped unflavored popcorn
12 5/8 ounces milk chocolate, m&ms (one bag)
1/2 lb pretzel stick
4 1/2 ounces wheat Chex cereal
6 1/2 ounces regular Chex cereal

Steps:

  • Melt While Chocolate in a ceramic dish in the microwave for approximately 2 minute.
  • Mix all remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Stir White Chocolate to finish melting and remove lumps.
  • Fold in White Chocolate into the mix in the large bowl, thoroughly.
  • Line 2 regular cookie sheets with wax paper.
  • Pour mix over lined cookie sheets, to about 1 inch thick.
  • Move sheets into fridge to cool.
  • Once cool break apart into small chunks and store in zip top bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 256.1, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 32.9, Protein 7.5

CHRISTMAS CRACK RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Christmas Crack Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by daiseyduck

Number Of Ingredients 8

Christmas Crack
1 (12.8-ounce) box Rice Chex cereal
1 (12-ounce) box Golden Grahams cereal
1 (7-ounce) bag shredded coconut
1 (4-ounce) bag slivered almonds
1 1/2 cups butter
2 cups sugar
2 cups corn syrup

Steps:

  • Combine Rice Chex and Golden Grahams, coconut and almonds in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine. In a large sauce pan, cook butter, sugar and corn syrup to the "soft ball" stage...about 234°F on a candy thermometer. Pour over cereal mixture and stir until all is well coated. Pour mixture out onto 2 large cookie sheets to cool. Stir it around occasionally to prevent clumping. Store in an airtight container.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is ideal.
  • If you don't have a microwave, you can melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water. Make sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
  • Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
  • Spread the chocolate mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
  • Before breaking the chocolate into pieces, let it come to room temperature for a few minutes so that it's easier to break.
  • Store the Christmas crack in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Christmas crack is a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or just snacking on at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and salty treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a festive snack, give Christmas crack a try. You won't be disappointed.

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