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Graham Cracker Christmas Crack Recipe

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Graham Cracker Christmas Crack is a festive, easy-to-make holiday treat featuring a buttery caramel layer poured over a bed of honey graham crackers, topped with melted chocolate and your choice of festive toppings like crushed candy canes, pecans, or sprinkles. This crunchy, sweet bark is perfect for gifting or sharing at holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 12–14 full sheets honey graham crackers (enough to cover your baking sheet in a single layer)

Caramel Layer

  • 1 cup butter (salted or unsalted)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Toppings

  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips or semi-sweet, white chocolate, or a combination
  • 1 cup toppings: chopped pecans, crushed candy canes, Christmas sprinkles, or mini M&M’s

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet (about 13×18 inches) with aluminum foil, ensuring the foil extends up the sides. Spray generously with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Arrange Graham Crackers: Lay the honey graham crackers in a single layer over the prepared baking sheet, breaking pieces as necessary to fill the entire surface without gaps. Set aside.
  3. Make Caramel Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and salt over medium heat. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon until the butter melts and the mixture begins to bubble. Once bubbling, cook while stirring constantly for an additional 3 minutes to thicken and develop a deep caramel color. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Pour Caramel Over Crackers: Immediately pour the hot caramel evenly over the arranged graham crackers. Use a wooden spoon or an offset spatula to gently spread the caramel, ensuring all crackers are coated completely.
  5. Bake to Bubble: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the caramel is bubbling vigorously across the surface. Watch carefully to avoid burning as graham crackers brown quickly.
  6. Add Chocolate Chips: Remove from oven and quickly sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot caramel surface. Let them sit for 3-4 minutes to melt, then spread the chocolate smoothly over the caramel using a spatula or knife.
  7. Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle your chosen toppings evenly over the chocolate layer, such as crushed candy canes, pecans, or festive sprinkles for a holiday touch.
  8. Set the Bark: Allow the bark to set at room temperature for 1-2 hours until firm. To speed up setting, refrigerate for 30-45 minutes or freeze for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Serve and Store: Once fully set, break the bark into irregular pieces or cut into squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • Use salted or unsalted butter according to your preference; salted adds slight additional saltiness to balance sweetness.
  • You can mix different types of chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, white) for varied flavor and appearance.
  • Be careful while baking the caramel layer to prevent burning the graham crackers.
  • Customize the toppings to your liking; nuts add crunch while candy canes add festive peppermint flavor.
  • The bark can be frozen after setting for longer storage; thaw before serving.

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