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Caramel Crunch Oyster Crackers

Caramel Crunch Oyster Crackers: Your New Favorite Snack Treat

Caramel Crunch Oyster Crackers are a sweet and crunchy snack that combines buttery caramel with crispy oyster crackers, perfect for movie nights or gifting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Coating
  • 1 cup Butter a key ingredient for a rich, melty caramel
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar adds deep sweetness to the caramel
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract introduces a warm, aromatic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda helps achieve a lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon Salt balances the sweetness
For the Base
  • 6 cups Oyster Crackers provides a light and crispy foundation

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and brown sugar, stirring continuously until melted and dissolved.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and add vanilla extract and baking soda, stirring well.
  4. Transfer oyster crackers to a large bowl and pour the caramel sauce over them, folding gently to coat.
  5. Spread the coated crackers evenly on the prepared sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cooling is crucial for texture. Consider adding spices like cinnamon for extra flavor, and store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crunch.

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