Christmas Crack with Honey | Sweet, Salty & Addictive Holiday Treat

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: chocolate bars

Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants.

Preheat the oven to 180–200°C (350–400°F) or use air fryer at 200°C.

Line a baking sheet (approx. 25×35 cm) with foil or parchment and lightly grease it.

Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer, covering the entire tray without overlapping.

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the white sugar and honey, stirring constantly.

Bring to a boil and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring the whole time.

Immediately pour the hot caramel over the crackers and spread evenly.

Bake in the oven for 5–7 minutes until the caramel bubbles and the crackers puff slightly.

Remove the tray from the oven and sprinkle chocolate or chocolate chips evenly over the hot caramel.

Let sit for 1–2 minutes to soften and spread the melted chocolate across the entire surface.

Top with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or crushed holiday candy while the chocolate is still wet.

Let the Christmas Crack cool completely at room temperature for 2–3 hours, or place in the fridge for 1–2 hours to set.

Once firm, peel off the foil and break into pieces.

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