Description
Indulge in the sweet and crunchy delight of Caramel Crackers, a simple yet irresistible snack combining buttery oyster crackers with a rich caramel glaze infused with vanilla and cinnamon. Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you crave a crunchy, sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crackers
- 1 package (9 ounces) oyster crackers
Caramel Sauce
- 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the oyster crackers evenly across it in a single layer to prepare for coating.
- Make Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely. Once melted, add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir continuously until the sugar is dissolved, then bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly to create a smooth caramel sauce.
- Coat Crackers: Pour the hot caramel sauce evenly over the spread oyster crackers, making sure all crackers are coated thoroughly. Immediately sprinkle the surface with salt to balance the sweetness and enhance the flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 7 to 9 minutes. Keep a close eye on the crackers to prevent any burning, as the caramel can brown quickly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the caramel crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break them into clusters or pieces. Store the caramel crackers in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.
Notes
- Be vigilant during baking to prevent the caramel from burning, as it can brown very fast.
- Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness in the final product.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or nutmeg to the caramel sauce.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep them fresh and crunchy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: caramel crackers, oyster crackers, sweet snack, caramel dessert, cinnamon caramel crackers, easy party snack
