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Salted Caramel Cracker Bites: 5 Irresistible Sweet Treats

Salted Caramel Cracker Bites
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Easy Sweet & Salty Treat! Salted Caramel Cracker Bites combine crisp crackers, homemade caramel, and sea salt for a perfect snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (150g) plain, buttery rectangular crackers
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt (for caramel)
  • ¼–½ tsp fine sea salt (for sprinkling)
  • 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, then parchment paper. Arrange crackers in a single layer, close together, on the parchment.
  2. In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup packed light brown sugar. Melt over medium heat, stirring continuously until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Bring the mixture to a full, rolling boil, stirring constantly. Continue to boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring to prevent burning. Remove from heat immediately.
  4. Carefully stir in ½ tsp fine sea salt and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Evenly pour the hot caramel mixture over the arranged crackers. Use a heat-proof spatula or the back of a spoon to gently spread the caramel to cover all crackers, forming a unified sheet.
  6. Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the caramel is actively bubbling across the surface and has deepened to a golden-brown color.
  7. Immediately remove from the oven and evenly sprinkle the remaining ¼ to ½ tsp fine sea salt over the hot, molten caramel. The residual heat will help it adhere.
  8. (Optional) If adding, immediately scatter 1 cup chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Let sit for 3-5 minutes to soften, then gently spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel layer.
  9. Allow the entire sheet of cracker bites to cool completely on the baking sheet at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes, until the caramel (and chocolate, if used) is firm and set. Do not cut or break while warm.
  10. Once completely cooled and set, carefully lift the entire sheet off the baking sheet using the parchment paper. Transfer to a cutting board and either cut into neat squares or rectangles, or simply break apart with your hands into irregular bite-sized pieces.
  11. Store Salted Caramel Cracker Bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If they contain chocolate, storing in the refrigerator can prevent blooming in warmer climates, but bring to room temperature briefly before serving for best texture.

Notes

  • This recipe is easy to customize by adding nuts or using different types of chocolate.
  • Adjust the salt to your taste preference.

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