Crackle candy, also known as honeycomb candy or sponge candy, is a delectable treat that combines a crisp, caramelized exterior with a light and airy interior. This confection is a favorite among candy lovers and is often enjoyed during holidays and special occasions. The process of making crackle candy involves heating sugar, corn syrup, and water to a high temperature, then adding baking soda to create a reaction that results in the characteristic crackle and honeycomb texture. This article will guide you through the steps of making perfect crackle candy, ensuring a sweet and satisfying treat that will impress your friends and family.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
CRACKER CANDY RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: saltines, butter, brown sugar, chocolate chips, chopped pecan
Provided by Tasty
Categories Desserts
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) degrees.
- Line cookie sheet with foil & spray with non-stick cooking spray. Line crackers end to end on sheet, breaking crackers to fit the end if necessary.
- In a saucepan, melt butter on low heat. Once melted, add brown sugar and turn heat to medium. Continue stirring until boiling - then boil for 3 minutes (set timer).
- Pour over crackers, spread evenly working quickly.
- Put sheet into oven - bake for 5 minutes.
- Remove - pour chocolate chips over top - place a sheet of foil over and let melt for 3 minutes.
- Spread melted chocolate over the top evenly. Add nuts to top - replace foil and refrigerate until set. (Can be frozen.)
- Break up into pieces.
- Nutrition Calories: 2589 Fat: 229 grams Carbs: 142 grams Fiber: 0 grams Sugars: 137 grams Protein: 2 grams
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 23 grams
CRACKER CANDY
This recipe is simple, quick, and can be made with many ingredients you have on hand.
Provided by Debbie
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sugar, and bring to a low boil. Continue boiling, stirring constantly to prevent burning, approximately 3 minutes.
- Arrange crackers on a cookie sheet in a single layer, and drizzle with sugar mixture. Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 5 minutes, or until edges begin to brown.
- Remove from oven and spread chocolate chips evenly over the top as they melt. Sprinkle with nuts, gently pressing into the melted chocolate. Cool until chocolate has hardened, and break into pieces. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve. Allow to cool, and break into pieces. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.1 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 251 mg, Sugar 15.3 g
EASY CRACKER CANDY
Make and share this Easy Cracker Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sherie
Categories Candy
Time 15m
Yield 24 candies
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place the crackers side by side in a foil-lined jelly-roll pan (I spray the foil with non-stick spray).
- Combine the butter and brown sugar in saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Cook for 3 minutes.
- Pour the mixture over the crackers.
- Bake 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the baked crackers.
- Let stand 5 minutes then spread the melted chocolate over the top.
- Sprinkle with nuts if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator until set.
- Invert onto a flat surface; remove the foil and break into pieces.
- Store, covered in an airtight container in refrigerator.
- Note: You can skip the chocolate chips- it's still delicious.
CHRISTMAS CRACKER CANDY
Steps:
- Chill the crackers overnight: Let the crackers cool to room temperature then move to the refrigerator and cool over night.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 42 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 9 g, ServingSize About 35 pieces, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CRACKLE CANDY
This recipe is from a friend I've known from high school, its simple and easy. We made it as kids at sleepovers and now my kids enjoy making it for their sleepovers. Its gets it name from the crackling noise it makes when you add the Rice Krispies.
Provided by Pumpkie
Categories Candy
Time 25m
Yield 32 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt chocolate bits, butterscotch bits and peanut butter over low heat in large non-stick pan.
- When completely melted turn off heat and quickly add and stir in Rice Krispies.
- Drop by teaspoons onto wax paper lined cookie sheets and put into fridge to harden.
- If it is humid or hot out, you may have to keep these in the fridge to keep them from melting. Otherwise, they may be left out of the fridge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.5, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 43.2, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 6.9, Protein 0.8
SODA CRACKER CHOCOLATE CANDY
"My husband and I make several batches of this easy, chocolaty nut squares for holiday gifts," notes Margery Bryan of Royal City, Washington. "Most people are surprised to learn the recipe includes soda crackers." Married for 22 years, the couple recently retired and sold their ranch. Both love to cook.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil and coat with cooking spray. Place crackers in rows on foil. In a saucepan, melt butter; add the brown sugar and bring to a boil. Boil for 3 minutes. Pour over crackers and spread until completely covered. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes (crackers will float). Remove from the oven. Turn oven off. Sprinkle chocolate chips and walnuts over crackers. Return to the oven until chocolate is melted, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the oven; using a greased spatula, press walnuts into chocolate. Cut into 1 in. squares while warm. Cool completely; remove candy from foil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
4-INGREDIENT CRACKER CANDY RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: saltine cracker, brown sugar, unsalted butter, peanut butter chips
Provided by Kimberly Amaye
Yield 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil, spray with nonstick cooking spray, and place crackers on the sheet.
- Melt butter on low heat. Once melted add brown sugar and stir occasionally until mixture starts to boil.
- Let boil for 3 minutes, then stir to make a smooth caramel. Pour caramel over crackers and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Spread melted Reese's peanut butter chips and place the tray in the freezer for 50-60 minutes or until firm.
- Break into pieces and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 12 grams
SODA CRACKER CANDY
If you like almond roca, you'll love this. Don't be put off by the soda crackers, it is really good. My kids want this every Christmas and now my Grandkids are asking for it.
Provided by Rebecca
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 10x15 inch cookie sheet with aluminum foil.
- Place crackers in a singe layer over prepared cookie sheet. Use more or fewer crackers as needed to cover the bottom of your pan.
- In a small saucepan over low heat combine butter and brown sugar; bring to a boil. Boil for 3 minutes; pour over crackers.
- Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the top. Sprinkle almonds over chocolate chips; using the back of a wooden spoon, press nuts into chocolate.
- Chill in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or until set. Break into pieces and store, sealed, in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1151.4 calories, Carbohydrate 123 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 75.7 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 38.3 g, Sodium 641.4 mg, Sugar 87.1 g
SALTINE CRACKER CANDY WITH TOASTED PECANS
My kids and grandchildren love this saltine cracker candy recipe. The neighbor kids rush right over when they find out I have them. -Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield about 2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; grease foil. Arrange saltines in a single layer on foil., In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Spread evenly over crackers., Bake 8-10 minutes or until bubbly. Immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Allow chips to soften for a few minutes, then spread over top. Sprinkle with pecans. Cool slightly., Refrigerate, uncovered, 1 hour or until set. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips for Making Perfect Crackle Candy
- **Use a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan:** This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the candy from burning. - **Don't stir the candy:** Stirring the candy will cause it to crystallize and become grainy. - **Be careful not to overcook the candy:** Overcooked candy will be hard and brittle, and it won't crackle when you eat it. - **Let the candy cool completely before breaking it into pieces:** This will help to prevent the candy from sticking to your hands or the pan. - **Store the candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place:** This will help to keep the candy fresh and prevent it from absorbing moisture.Conclusion
Crackle candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make perfect crackle candy every time. Remember, practice makes perfect. The more you make crackle candy, the better you'll become at it. So don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors and ingredients. And most importantly, have fun!
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