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Peppermint Bark Christmas Crack Recipe

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Peppermint Bark Christmas Crack is a delightful holiday treat featuring a crunchy saltine cracker toffee base topped with layers of melted semi-sweet and white chocolate infused with peppermint extract, finished with crushed candy canes for a festive, sweet and salty flavor combination. This no-fuss dessert requires no thermometer and comes together quickly, making it perfect for holiday parties or gifting.

  • Author: Zara
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Total Time: 18 mins
  • Yield: 36 pieces
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Toffee Base

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 sleeves saltine crackers

Chocolate Layers

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips or vanilla chips
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Toppings

  • Crushed candy canes (amount as desired for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil and spray it with nonstick baking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Arrange Crackers: Lay the saltine crackers in a single layer, salt side up, on the prepared pan. Ensure they are touching; overlapping the last row slightly is acceptable.
  3. Make Toffee Mixture: Over medium heat (slightly higher than medium is acceptable), combine butter and brown sugar in a saucepan. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil. At this point, remove the spoon and maintain a gentle boil by adjusting the heat. Set a timer for 3 minutes.
  4. Pour Toffee Over Crackers: Evenly pour the boiling butter and sugar mixture over the saltine crackers, covering them completely.
  5. Bake Toffee Base: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 5 minutes to set the toffee layer.
  6. Add Semi-Sweet Chocolate: Remove the pan from the oven and immediately sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the hot toffee so they begin to melt.
  7. Cool Completely: Allow the chocolate to melt and the candy to cool completely. To speed up the process, place the pan in a cool area such as a garage or refrigerator.
  8. Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips on half power for 1 minute. Stir thoroughly, then continue melting in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
  9. Add Peppermint Extract: Stir in the peppermint extract into the melted white chocolate quickly to avoid setting.
  10. Spread White Chocolate Layer: Pour the white chocolate mixture evenly over the cooled semi-sweet chocolate layer and spread smoothly using a spatula.
  11. Sprinkle Crushed Candy Canes: Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes over the white chocolate before it sets to create a festive topping.
  12. Final Cooling: Let the entire confection cool completely until firm.
  13. Serve and Store: Once set, cut into squares. Store peppermint bark Christmas crack in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Notes

  • Use aluminum foil to line the pan for easier removal of the finished candy.
  • Be careful when pouring the boiling butter and sugar mixture as it is extremely hot.
  • Allow the candy to cool completely between steps for best results and neat layers.
  • If desired, you can use vanilla chips instead of white chocolate chips for variation.
  • Store the candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain crispness and freshness.

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