Christmas Crack: The Sweetest Holiday Addiction You’ll Ever Make
Christmas Crack: The Sweetest Holiday Addiction You’ll Ever Make
Introduction
Every holiday season has that recipe. The one people ask for again and again. The one that mysteriously disappears faster than anything else on the dessert table. The one you swear you’ll only make once a year, and then somehow you’re standing in the kitchen at midnight breaking off “just one more piece.” Christmas Crack is that recipe.
This is not a refined dessert. It’s not delicate or elegant or trying to impress anyone with technique. Christmas Crack exists for one reason only: pure joy. It’s buttery, crunchy, chocolatey, and unapologetically addictive. The kind of treat that shows up on a platter and immediately becomes the center of attention. People hover. Pieces vanish. Someone asks if there’s more hidden in the kitchen.
What makes this recipe so beloved is how simple it is. No candy thermometer. No complicated steps. No stress. It’s a handful of pantry staples layered together into something that tastes far more impressive than the effort required. Salada biscuits form the crisp base, hot caramel floods over the top, chocolate seals the deal, and then you get to unleash your inner child with toppings.
This is the recipe you make when time is short but expectations are high. When you need a last-minute holiday treat. When kids want to help. When you want something festive without spending all day baking. It’s messy in the best way, forgiving, and guaranteed to make people happy. Just don’t expect leftovers. That part is pure fantasy.
Christmas Crack
Ingredients:
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup butter (220g block butter only!)
1 packet milk chocolate melts with 1 tablespoon of copha – melted
1 packet Salada biscuits
Toppings of your choice — I used M&M’s and sprinkles!
How to make it:
Line a tray with baking paper and Salada biscuits.
Melt the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan on a medium heat and allow to start bubbling (light boil). Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes (stirring a few times).
Pour the hot caramel over the Saladas and spread evenly.
Bake for 10 minutes at 180°C.
Melt chocolate and pour over the top, then spread Add your toppings (the fun part!).
Pop it in the fridge until it sets, then crack it into pieces.
Easy. Festive. Addictive. ENJOY!
Tips for Perfect Christmas Crack Every Time
The most important rule here is using block butter, not spreadable butter or margarine. That’s not a suggestion. Spreadable butter contains extra water and oils, which can cause the caramel to split. Block butter keeps the caramel smooth, glossy, and rich.
When melting the butter and brown sugar, resist the urge to rush. Medium heat is your friend. Let it come to a gentle bubble, then simmer calmly for the full five minutes. This step is what transforms sugar and butter into proper caramel, and skipping time here changes the final texture.
When pouring the caramel over the Saladas, work quickly but carefully. Hot caramel waits for no one. Spreading it evenly ensures every biscuit gets coated, which means no sad dry corners later.
Topping Ideas to Make It Your Own
This is where Christmas Crack turns into a personality test. M&M’s and sprinkles are classic, festive, and kid-approved, but the options don’t stop there.
Try crushed candy canes for peppermint crunch, chopped nuts for balance, shredded coconut for texture, or mini marshmallows for extra sweetness. A light sprinkle of sea salt can also cut through the sweetness and make everything pop.
You can even mix toppings, half one thing and half another, which somehow convinces people they’re having variety instead of more sugar. It’s all illusion, but a helpful one.
When to Serve It (Answer: Always)
Christmas Crack belongs everywhere. Dessert tables. Gift boxes. Office parties. Family movie nights. It’s especially perfect for holidays because it travels well, doesn’t require utensils, and looks festive without any effort.
Break it into uneven shards for that rustic, homemade look. Stack it on a plate, pile it into jars, or wrap it in cellophane for gifting. It’s casual, cheerful, and impossible to ignore.
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
Once set, store Christmas Crack in an airtight container in the fridge. It keeps well for up to one week, though realistically it rarely lasts more than a couple of days.
You can also make it ahead for events. In fact, it’s often better once fully chilled and settled. If stacking pieces, place baking paper between layers to prevent sticking.
Freezing is possible, but not ideal. The texture is best when fresh or refrigerated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did my caramel separate?
This usually happens if spreadable butter was used or the heat was too high. Stick to block butter and moderate heat.
Can I use a different biscuit?
Yes, but Salada biscuits work best because they’re sturdy and not sweet, balancing the caramel and chocolate.
Do I have to bake it?
Yes. Baking helps the caramel fully bond with the biscuits and improves the final texture.
Is this very sweet?
Yes. That’s the point. Small pieces go a long way, even if people pretend otherwise.
