Salted Caramel Cracker Bites
A deliciously addictive snack that combines crunchy crackers with rich salted caramel, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package saltine crackers (about 40 crackers) Can experiment with different types of crackers
- to taste Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, covering the entire surface.
- Lay the salted crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are close together but not overlapping.
Making the Caramel
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the salted butter.
- Once melted, mix in the brown sugar and stir continuously for about 3-5 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture becomes bubbly.
- Stir in the vanilla extract to the caramel mixture.
Baking
- Gently pour the caramel over the arranged crackers, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the caramel is bubbly.
Finishing Touches
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the hot caramel layer immediately after removing from the oven.
- Allow the cracker bites to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking them apart into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve the Salted Caramel Cracker Bites and enjoy!
Notes
Keep an eye on the caramel while baking to avoid burning. Experiment with different types of crackers and toppings for unique flavors.