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Caramel Crackers

Caramel Crackers
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These Caramel Crackers offer a perfect balance of rich, buttery caramel and crispy crackers, creating a quick, easy, and irresistibly crunchy snack. Ideal for parties, casual get-togethers, or a simple indulgence, this recipe uses minimal pantry ingredients and can be customized with various toppings and flavor variations.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 30 square saltine crackers (or gluten-free crackers for dietary needs)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • Sea salt, for sprinkling
  • Melted chocolate, for drizzling
  • Chopped pecans, almonds, or peanuts
  • Pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper (for spice)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Baking Sheet: Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange the crackers in an even single layer, tightly packed to hold the caramel sauce effectively.
  2. Make the Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and bubbling. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly and become ready to coat the crackers.
  3. Pour Caramel Over Crackers: Immediately pour the hot caramel sauce evenly over the crackers. Use a spatula to spread it to the edges, working quickly so the caramel sets evenly and coats every cracker.
  4. Bake Until Caramel Bubbles: Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Bake for 5-7 minutes until the caramel is bubbly and slightly golden.
  5. Cool and Add Finishing Touches: Remove from the oven and, while the caramel is still warm, sprinkle with optional sea salt. Let the Caramel Crackers cool completely on the baking sheet to allow the caramel to harden into a crispy coating.

Notes

  • Choose fresh crackers for optimal crunch and flavor.
  • Do not overcook the caramel; it should be thick but still pourable.
  • Allow sufficient cooling time so the caramel sets firm and brittle.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  • Sprinkling sea salt enhances the caramel’s sweetness beautifully.

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