Description
Deliciously sweet and crunchy Salted Caramel Cracker Bites featuring oyster crackers coated in a rich, buttery caramel glaze with hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of salt. Perfect for a quick snack or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cracker Base
- 1 (9 oz) package oyster crackers
Caramel Coating
- 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Crackers: Spread the oyster crackers evenly across the prepared baking sheet to ensure they cook consistently and get coated well.
- Make Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together. Bring this mixture to a boil, stirring constantly for 2 to 3 minutes to create a smooth, thick caramel.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to infuse warm flavor notes and balance the sweetness.
- Coat Crackers: Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the spread oyster crackers. Toss or stir gently to coat each cracker thoroughly with the caramel.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even caramelization and prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the caramel cracker bites to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break apart any clusters and serve as a sweet, crunchy snack.
Notes
- Make sure to stir the caramel constantly while boiling to avoid burning and achieve a smooth texture.
- Use parchment paper to line the baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Once cooled, store in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
- You can adjust the amount of salt if you prefer a sweeter or more savory bite.
- For a spicy twist, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the caramel mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: salted caramel, oyster crackers, caramel cracker bites, sweet snack, holiday treat, crispy caramel snacks
