Caramel Crunch Oyster Crackers (Printable Version)
Crispy crackers in buttery caramel glaze for a sweet-salty party snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crackers
01 - 6 cups oyster crackers (about 2 standard bags)
→ Caramel Glaze
02 - 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
03 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1/3 cup light corn syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - Spread oyster crackers evenly over the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir constantly until mixture comes to a gentle boil; let boil for 2 minutes without stirring.
04 - Remove from heat. Immediately stir in baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will foam slightly.
05 - Pour the hot caramel mixture over the crackers. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the crackers evenly.
06 - Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even coating.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet. The crackers will crisp as they cool. Break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Buttery caramel transforms basic crackers into something completely addictive
- Ready in 40 minutes with almost zero active effort
- Stays crispy for days, making it perfect for gifting or parties
02 -
- The coating will look thin when you first pour it but it puffs up beautifully in the oven
- They might taste slightly soft straight out of the oven but they will crisp up as they cool
03 -
- Set a timer for those 2 minute boil periods, going longer makes the coating too hard
- Use a rimmed baking sheet without fail, or you will have caramel dripping all over your oven