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Caramel Crackers

Delightful treats combining crunchy oyster crackers and gooey caramel, perfect for any gathering or cozy evening.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 package Oyster crackers Approximately 9 ounces
  • 2 sticks Butter 1 cup
  • 1 cup Brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For sprinkling and enhancing flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Spread oyster crackers evenly across a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Caramel Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter and then add brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon, stirring until well mixed.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, allowing it to thicken for 2-3 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Pour the caramel over the crackers, ensuring each cracker is coated.
  2. Sprinkle salt over the coated crackers.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 7-9 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the crackers to cool completely before breaking into clusters.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Add nuts or orange zest for variation.