Best 5 Christmas Crunch Recipes
Indulge in the festive spirit with our delectable Christmas Crunch, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This beloved holiday treat, also known as toffee, honeycomb candy, or cinder toffee, is a delightful combination of crispy, crunchy shards and a rich, buttery caramel flavor. Our comprehensive guide features three irresistible variations: the classic Christmas Crunch, a luscious Chocolate Christmas Crunch, and a tantalizing Peanut Butter Christmas Crunch. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and festive cheer. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you effortlessly through the process of creating this holiday classic.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
PEPPERMINT CRUNCH CHRISTMAS COOKIES
Several years ago, I took a basic shortbread recipe and turned it into a much more festive Christmas cookie. These gems are now a family favorite and are among the best Christmas cookies of the holiday season. -Heather Carter, Wasilla, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in extracts. Gradually beat in flour. Divide dough in half; tint 1 portion red and the other green. Wrap each in waxed paper; refrigerate 2 hours or until easy to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 1-1/2-in. round cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8-10 minutes or until firm. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Dip half of each cookie into melted candy coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with crushed candies. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHRISTMAS CRUNCH SALAD
With its creamy dressing and colorful vegetables, this salad is lovely and refreshing. Make it before you head out caroling, and when you return, guests' compliments will be music to your ears. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine vegetables. Whisk the dressing ingredients until smooth; pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHRISTMAS CRUNCH
This is a great snack that can make a great quick Christmas gift.
Provided by Debbie Rowe
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease one 10x15 inch baking pan.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
- Continue to cook, without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Remove from heat; stir in butter, vanilla and baking soda. Add cereal and cashews; pour into prepared pan and allow to cool. Break into pieces and store in air tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 192.9 mg, Sugar 39.2 g
CHRISTMAS CRUNCH CANDY
Treat family and friends to a yummy brittle for the holidays. Made with cashews and Rice Krispies, it's loaded with crispy-crunchy goodness. -Amanda McLemore, Maryville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 1-1/2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil. Grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. , Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Stir in butter; cook without stirring until mixture reaches 300° (hard-crack stage), brushing down sides of pan with a pastry brush dipped in water as needed., Remove from heat. Stir in cereal, cashews, baking soda and vanilla. Quickly pour into prepared pan. Using a buttered metal spatula, spread mixture to 1/4-in. thickness. Cool completely; break into pieces., To Make Ahead: Store candy in an airtight container up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHRISTMAS CRUNCH
This recipe is a winner! I loved the sweet and salty combination in each handful. The salt of the pretzel and the salt lightly sprinkled on top are just perfect. This would be great for a holiday gift for your mail carrier, school crossing guard or to just munch on while cooking!
Provided by Christine Bronston
Categories Candies
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Melt almond bark in double boiler.
- 2. Stir peanut butter into melted almond bark.
- 3. Add pretzel pieces and mix until all pretzels are coated.
- 4. Spread thin on a foil covered cookie sheet.
- 5. Sprinkle with toffee bits and a very small amount of kosher salt use a spatula to smooth out.
- 6. Put in fridge to harden for 15 to 20 minutes. Break into pieces and store in a container.
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn: Freshly popped popcorn will yield the best results. Avoid using stale or store-bought popcorn, as it will not be as crispy and will not hold the caramel coating as well.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the flavor of your Christmas crunch. Use real butter, pure vanilla extract, and high-quality chocolate chips for the best results.
- Cook the caramel mixture to the right temperature: The caramel mixture should be cooked to a temperature of 240°F (115°C). This will ensure that the caramel is thick and glossy, and will not crystallize.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn in a thin stream: This will help to evenly coat the popcorn and prevent it from clumping together.
- Let the Christmas crunch cool completely before breaking it into pieces: This will help to prevent the caramel from sticking to your hands and will make it easier to break into pieces.
Conclusion:
Christmas crunch is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for holiday parties and gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect Christmas crunch that everyone will love.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
