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Christmas Pretzel Peanut Cracker Toffee: The Crunch Heard ‘Round the Holidays


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 sleeve (about 40) saltine crackers
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup salted roasted peanuts (or pecans)
• 1 cup mini pretzel twists or sticks, broken into pieces
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening
• ½ cup red & green holiday sprinkles (nonpareils or jimmies)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil (shiny side up).
  2. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer on the sheet.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in brown sugar and bring to a boil. Cook exactly 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Remove from heat. Carefully pour mixture over crackers, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  5. Sprinkle immediately with peanuts and pretzel pieces. Press down lightly.
  6. Bake 5 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  7. Remove from oven. Immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Let sit 2 minutes, then spread melted chocolate evenly.
  8. While still wet, sprinkle generously with red and green holiday sprinkles.
  9. Chill 15–20 minutes until set. Break into pieces and serve!

Perfect for:
• Holiday treat trays
• Cookie exchanges
• DIY edible gifts in festive tins

💡 Make ahead: Store in an airtight container at room temp up to 2 weeks. Layer with parchment to prevent sticking.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 5 mins , Total Time : 40 mins , Servings : 12 pieces , Calories : 160 per piece , Net Carbs: 20g , Fats: 9g , Protein: 3g