Homemade Cracker Candy
- SERVES
- 10
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
What is cracker candy? It's a simple homemade candy that uses crackers as a base. In our recipe for Homemade Cracker Candy we start with buttery crackers, which add a little bit of saltiness to our sweet confection. Then, we top those with a layer of caramel and a layer of chocolate before finishing off our candy with some chopped pecans. The results are so good, we're sure that once you give this cracker candy a try you'll be making it over and over again.
What You'll Need
- 24 round buttery crackers
- 3/4 cup butter (1-1/2 sticks)
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
What to Do
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9- x 13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil; lightly coat foil with cooking spray. Arrange crackers in a single layer in pan.
- In a medium saucepan, bring butter and brown sugar to a boil; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour mixture over crackers.
- Bake 5 minutes; turn off oven. Sprinkle crackers with chocolate chips and let stand in oven 3 minutes, or until chocolate is melted. Spread chocolate evenly over crackers. Sprinkle pecans over chocolate.
- Refrigerate until firm, then cut with a sharp knife into pieces. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator.
Notes
Looking for another recipe for cracker candy? Check out our recipes for Brickle Crunch (saltine cracker candy) and Break up Brittle (graham cracker candy)! Plus, don't forget to download our FREE eCookbook, Homemade Candy Recipes: 20 Old-Fashioned Recipes for Chocolate Candy, Fudge, & More.
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roel9704 0018228
Oct 24, 2019
This is similar almost the exact same recipe I use when I make Passover candy (Jewish Holiday Passover) I use a jelly roll cookie sheet and I line it with tin foil and then with parchment paper that . I put the large unsalted Matzoh on the parchment paper. Make the butter and brown sugar mixture. Put in oven and take out as your directions. Spread the chips, choc, or butterscotch spread with a knife after about 5 mins. sprinkle on any type of nuts, I take a sifter and sprinkle on powdered sugar. Refrigerate. When cool break it up.
mmccurine 1801095
Dec 30, 2017
I made this again for Christmas, but I used Club crackers, they fit in the pan easier and give it a buttery taste. I send it to friends and family and everyone loves it. It is very addictive. The salty and sweet together. Oh its so good!!
rharber 9392395
Dec 14, 2017
Really good but very sweet. Also extremely easy to make. Seems like I had it made in less than 5 minutes. It was a hit with the students where I teach. Think I am going to make for Christmas.
msdeb21
Oct 29, 2017
I made these last year for family gatherings at Christmas and New Years. These are very popular. People can't get enough of the sweet, salty, and buttery flavors, so I will be making these again. I'll make a batch for work for Halloween, and plan on making more for the winter holidays.
grannytina1 272961 6
Dec 07, 2016
Been making this for years but always used saltine crackers before.. later I used the unsalted crackers and now I tried the round buttery crackers they are all very good and they all work well
BeckySue
Apr 22, 2016
This is so rich and satisfying! The butter crackers taste like a flaky pie crust! I prefer Club butter crackers to Ritz for this recipe. They're more delicate. I love the pecans, but you could use walnuts instead, and black walnuts if you love that earthy flavor. Black walnuts are more expensive and harder to find, but that's what makes that special nutty fudge taste so unique when you find it-black walnuts! I gew up with a stand of black walnut trees in a field next to my house. We used to pick them off the ground-the large round green spheres that would stain your hands black if you didn't wear gloves peeling off the thick, tough outer layers.
Crochet GuRu
Dec 07, 2015
I have been wanting to try these forever. My slow cooker especially is very lonely, sitting atop of my fridge, collecting dust Waiting for one of the slow cook, cook books. I would love to give these recipes a try . Best of luck everyone. Merry Christmas.
Member 7584591
Dec 07, 2015
I have made this before but without the pecans. I think they would be a great addition.
gabichris 4783389
Dec 07, 2015
This is a simple recipe and I like all the ingredients. I would like to try them soon.
mmccurine 1801095
Dec 07, 2015
I made these last Christmas, I followed the recipe and they were fantastic. Everyone I gave them to loved them. Going to make again this year.
steinert 5714632
Oct 21, 2015
The chips actually don't look like they've melted until you spread them with a spatula. As you spread them, they melt into a nice gooey topping. These are delicious )
mmccurine 1801095
Oct 03, 2015
I made this last Christmas and followed the exact recipe and it is fantastic. All my family and friends loved it. I can't imagine it with saltines, the round buttery crackers give it that salty taste with all the sweet. Yum!!
Goodcookie
Mar 10, 2015
I must tell the truth I saw Trisha Yearwood make these and never thought much about them until I found sugar free chocolate chips and a sugar free sub. to make the toffee part. So Thanks For The Recipe...
psier 4567821
Feb 24, 2015
I must be gluten free and dairy free. Used GF crackers, Earth Balance 1/2 tsp. vanilla to mask the taste of Earth Balance. Turned out okay...sure miss the taste of butter( The "toffee" was runny/liguidy and not like the video. What can I do to thicken the "toffee"? Thank you for the wonderful recipes!
BHerb
Feb 24, 2015
This was so delicious. And I can't believe how easy it was to make. Where was this recipe all of my life!
patmaderau1942 508 1297
Dec 15, 2014
The chips did not melt. Got raves and requests for this recipe.
patpump 0902105
Dec 14, 2014
my chocolate chips didn't melt. I did use milk chocolate chips. Is that why
angelhair793 84581 26
Nov 12, 2014
This is always a hit for every party, I make it with saltines! The sweet and salty is great!
artemis3044 458035 2
Nov 11, 2014
My DH said this sounded good. Maybe I won't have to eat 95% of it myself.
Member 2972460
Oct 22, 2014
can you use Hershey bars with almonds?
Test Kitchen Team
Oct 23, 2014
Hello! Unfortunately, you cannot use Hershey bars instead of the chocolate chips. The candy bar is milk chocolate and the chocolate chips are semi-sweet, which means they will harden better when melted.
valentasat 2363656
Jun 20, 2014
I made this at fishing resort - I used Ritz crackers and cashews - a 1 gallon bag did not make it past the first bonfire - everyone there copied the recipe and my copy got "lost" I had to come back to Mr. Food for another copy - I am going to make it for a bake sale.
huett903 3731284
Apr 14, 2014
Made this years ago but forgot proportions. Quick, easy and good
suecaldwell2003 78 38387
Mar 15, 2014
This recipe was making the rounds under the name Christmas Crack because it's so addictive. I like a salty and sweet combo, so I skip the nuts and sprinkle seasonally colored M&M candies and broken up thin pretzel sticks on top, pressing lightly into the chocolate so they'll stay put.
grannyblu
Feb 27, 2014
boil the brown sugar & butter 1 minute for some reason this website deletes my entire posting oifItry to correct a word
grannyblu
Feb 27, 2014
I use saltine cracker and break pieces to fit any gaps 1 cup brown sugar & 1 cup butter m together 1 minute pour over crackers bake in oven a few minutes till good & bubbly pour a package of chocolate chips over pop back in oven a minute then spread with knife I also sprinkle with chopped walnuts while still warm
phishstyx
Feb 26, 2014
I found the "original" on a blog: it called for matzo and sprinkled sea salt onto chocolate layer, no nuts. I made this with saltines (and high quality chocolate) for my brother's Xmas present and he loved when he got an especially salty bite. So, for his BDay, I will sprinkle sea salt onto the warm chocolate. Have seen versions with other than nut garnish: additional crackers (crumbled), crushed peppermint hard candy, dried fruit. Whatever you want to use or add, I VERY STRONGLY RECOMMEND USING THE BEST CHOCOLATE you can afford AND letting the toffee cool a few minutes before adding the chocolate. So disappointing to wait for the candy to cool, only to find the chocolate is scorched and grainy, or has an off flavor.
ljm621 7142424
Feb 25, 2014
I have made this recipe using graham crackers and mini choc chips, they melt quickly. Tastes like old fashioned butter crunch candy.
JanCanCook
Feb 25, 2014
I have made this for years, it is a great way to use up stale crackers, as well as being delicious......
psidders 6253659
Dec 28, 2013
I use milk chocolate chips and melt them in the microwave(15 seconds, stir, repeat until smooth) then spread on crackers. easier than trying to spread chips.
Wanna be Cheff
Dec 28, 2013
When making this recipe I double it, using one with the saltines, the other with the buttery cracker, both are equally addictive. I also use the Hershey bar, easier to melt. For the topping I use both the toffee and pecans. I guess what ever trips your trigger. I got the calling for some chocolate so I guess I better start baking some CRACK. ''OOH ITS SO GOOD''
Wanna be Cheff
Dec 28, 2013
When I make this recipe, I make one with saltine, the other one with the buttery flavored cracker, both are equally addictive. I also use the Hershey bar, easier to melt. The topping I use both the toffee and pecans mixed. I got the calling for some chocolate, so I better start baking the CRACK. '' OOH ITS SO GOOD ''
gwen396 0554412
Dec 17, 2013
Instead of the chocolate chips try Hershey Chocolate Bars. They melt quickly and are easier to smooth out.
gwen396 0554412
Dec 17, 2013
Use Hershey Candy bars in place of the chips--they melt easier and are smoother when smoothed out.
Chef MotherMutt
Dec 16, 2013
I lowered the oven temp to 325 and cooked for 15 minutes turning the cookie sheet once during baking. These are a simple tasty candies that can be made in minutes!
Member 3175742
Dec 02, 2013
I tried this twice and the chocolate chips did not melt. I even tried to put the oven temp. higher and the burned.
steinert 5714632
Nov 09, 2015
Member 3175742- The chips don't LOOK melted, although they are. That's what I thought too. They'll actually spread though.
greeneyedcrystal 1 851673
Nov 11, 2013
I have made this before, and I tell you, it is crackalackin good! And so easy to make!
libaum 8965845
Oct 23, 2013
I made these with saltines, but I couldn't get the brown sugar mixture to get firm.I cooked for the full 3 minutes.What could be wrong?
Chef MotherMutt
Dec 16, 2013
You need to let the brown sugar mixture to heat to soft ball temperature, it starts at 324F. If you do not have thermometer, when ready a small amount of syrup dropped into chilled water forms a ball, but flattens when picked up with fingers
New York Grandmoth er
Jul 25, 2013
Sounds Easy and oh soooo good with the crunch, sweet and salty. Defiinitely a treat for Fall and Holiday, in my home and for Bake Sale. Keep these easy and good ones coming.
mylilbyrd 1565077
May 28, 2013
I have made these for several years except I use graham crackers.
Mary Jo W
Apr 30, 2013
I made this every Christmas or for Graduation Parties for the family. It's Good for you with the dark chocolate and they are addictive. Nice crunch and sometimes on the ends it is sometimes chewy goodness. Yeah these are Easy, Fast & Wonderful Treats
gwennie the pooh
Mar 29, 2013
So easy to make, and oh sooo goood!!!! Thank you so much for a new family favorite : )
mjsmeme
Mar 09, 2013
I have made this twice now. The first time with buttery crackers....with part semi-sweet chips and peanut butter chips. The loved the combo of the chips but thought it was almost too sweet. Next time i made it with saltines and just semi-sweet chips...I thought it was better ....not so sweet. Used Walnuts both times instead of Pecans...they are my nut of choice. I will make them again....with the combo of chocolate/peanut butter chips...but I will definately use saltines.
missik777 6477704
Mar 03, 2013
We have been making these for a few years now, we always use saltines. Also I would suggest only 1/2 the chocolate, as others have mentioned. One cup is plenty and makes a well-balanced treat. Two cups is too chocolately, we tried it once and didn't like it as well.
cherrypiequeen 268 9607
Mar 03, 2013
those candies look so delicous. Going to try them this afternoon, I know my grand kids will love them. Thanks Mr. Food.
grandmackr
Mar 03, 2013
I agree about using half the chocolate and my recipe, from Mr. Food, calls for a 15 x 10 pan.
jaetkaymeyers 4541 745
Mar 01, 2013
I made this with saltine crackers and doubled the butter and brown sugar. I also used milk chocolate chips. This way they tasted alot better. I will have to try the buttery crackers.
JudyTrudy
Mar 01, 2013
I actually use the saltine crackers. In fact I purchased some last week and then couldn't remember why for the life of me I bought them, since I never do. Thanks for the reminder. Will drag out my recipe and make my version since I aready know it's a keeper.
couponprof
Feb 28, 2013
I make this for Passover, using matzo. It's known as "Matzo Crack" because it is so insanely addictive. I sometimes use white choc chips as well as semi-sweet for a yummy swirly effect.
auntrobbie 5675395
Feb 28, 2013
my mom made these when i was a kid. i"ve been looking for this recipe. Thanks.
suedaughtrey 92820 34
Feb 28, 2013
I'M GOING TO TRY THIS HOMEMADE CRACKER CANDY. IT SOUNDS REALLY GOOD AND EASY TO MAKE
grannyg37 4708669
Feb 28, 2013
YOU CAN USE REG S AND 2 STICKS OF BUTTERLET THEM BAKE AT 400 DEGREES FOR 10 MIN. AND FOLLOW THE REST OF THE DIRECTIONS ON RECIPE.THESE ARE ADDICTIVE. CAN ALSO BE MADE WITH REG SUGAR AND GRAHAM CRACKERS . REG CRACKERS. IG YOU USE REG S
suedearing 0346883
Feb 28, 2013
I make Pine Bark which is pretty much the same as this recipe except I use 1 sleeve of saltines & you add almond extract to the butter & brown sugar. Yum! That recipe is Paula Deen's & it's on the Food Network website.
JudyTrudy
Mar 01, 2013
Nope...not hers. That recipe was around before Paula Deen entered the Food Network Stage. It's on a recipe card passed down from my grandma and I'm sure she copied it from somewhere.
gcbarn 3199982
Feb 28, 2013
I'VE MADE IT IT'S FANTASTIC IT'S THE HIT OF ANY PARTY, I'S THE BEST
Leesimakis 9159518
Feb 28, 2013
I use one sleeve (40) saltines. No nuts. Easy,fast and delicious..
SUZAG
Feb 28, 2013
I don't like nuts so I was thinking of substituting toffee chips!
gslick
Feb 28, 2013
I love toffee bits, thanks for the suggestion, that will be a great substitution
talk2arlene
Feb 28, 2013
I have used toffee bits; even better is brickle bits because they have some chocolate with them. Yummy. Arlene
Pinkyd65
Nov 21, 2012
My friend makes this using saltine crackers, and always makes a double batch. The combination of sweet, salty and chocolate is amazing!
BelovedLeah
Oct 24, 2012
this is very close to a recipe I make at Passover using Matzo crackers. But after making the caramel sauce and poured over crackers we bake it in the oven and then put chocolate over--this recipe seems a bit simpler and easier--thanks for sharing.
rockdot
Feb 18, 2012
Sounds good to me , I will try this recipe for a pot luck at church for the sweet table .
Debbie59
Feb 01, 2012
Sounds like the mock "English Toffee" we make during the holidays. Note; if you cooke the sugar and butter on the stove watch it closely. Easier way is to simply melt butter in microwave and add brown sugar. Stir until dissolved then pour over crackers (we use saltines).
barb 7703337
Feb 01, 2012
Since there is no picture I am not sure what you mean by miniature round buttery crackers, do you mean like Ritz miniatures? I had a recipe about like this that used plain soda crackers but something "buttery" sounds even better
onespirit498 16289 55
Feb 01, 2012
barb, I have a recipe that I have used for over 30 ys that used soda crackers. I'll have to try the buttery mini crackers. Sounds good.
roseirishrose54 58 92311
Oct 09, 2013
It doesn't say mini crackers just round ones like Ritz crackers.
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