Description
Salted caramel cracker bites bring salty-sweet magic to dessert lovers. Graham crackers layered with buttery caramel and chocolate create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (9 ounces) oyster crackers
- 2 sticks (1 cup) butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Arrange crackers in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring no overlap and complete coverage of the surface.
- In a medium saucepan, combine butter and sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture becomes smooth and uniform.
- Add vanilla and cinnamon to the caramel mixture, continuing to stir until ingredients are fully incorporated and the sauce develops a rich, golden hue.
- Carefully drizzle the hot caramel evenly across the crackers, using a spatula to spread and ensure complete coverage.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt generously over the caramel-coated crackers for a balanced sweet and savory flavor profile.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 8 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning or excessive browning.
- Remove from oven and allow the caramel cracker bites to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes.
- Once fully cooled and hardened, gently break the sheet into bite-sized clusters using your hands or a sharp knife.
- Transfer the clusters to an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking, and store at room temperature for up to one week.
Notes
- Choose sturdy crackers like graham or saltines that can withstand caramel coating without becoming soggy.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor caramel temperature, ensuring perfect consistency without burning.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like coconut sugar or maple syrup for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Sprinkle crushed nuts or dark chocolate chips on warm caramel for added texture and gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg