Christmas Crack Bars have a name that makes people laugh—and a flavor that makes them understand it instantly. These bars are dangerously addictive, balancing buttery crunch, rich chocolate, and just the right hit of salt. They’re fast to make, impossible to resist, and always the first dessert to disappear from the holiday table.
Despite the dramatic name, there’s nothing complicated here. This is a recipe built for busy kitchens, cozy chaos, and last-minute baking wins.
What Are Christmas Crack Bars?
At their core, Christmas Crack Bars are layered candy bars made with a crisp cracker base, caramelized butter and sugar, and a smooth chocolate topping. As the layers cool, they fuse into a snappy, chewy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert that hits every craving at once.
They’re called “crack” not for shock value—but because one bite quickly turns into five.
Why They’re a Holiday Favorite
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No mixer required
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Minimal ingredients
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Sweet + salty perfection
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Easy to customize with festive toppings
They’re ideal for cookie swaps, gift tins, parties, or nights when the oven is already full and patience is running low.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Base
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30–40 saltine crackers (enough to line a baking sheet)
Caramel Layer
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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1 cup brown sugar
Topping
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2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
Optional Festive Toppings
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Crushed peppermint candies
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Chopped nuts
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Holiday sprinkles
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Flaky sea salt
How to Make Christmas Crack Bars
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