Description
Caramel Crunch Oyster Crackers are a sweet and crunchy snack perfect for parties or a delightful treat. Coated in a rich homemade caramel sauce and baked to a perfect crisp, these crackers offer a buttery, caramelized flavor with a satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Oyster Crackers
- 1 (10 oz) bag oyster crackers
Caramel Sauce
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 120°C (250°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Crackers: Place the 10 oz bag of oyster crackers into a large mixing bowl to get ready for coating.
- Make Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter. Stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup light corn syrup, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Boil Sauce: Once boiling, stop stirring and allow the caramel to bubble vigorously for 3 minutes to thicken properly.
- Add Finishing Touches: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in 1/4 teaspoon baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. The mixture will foam slightly, creating a light, airy texture.
- Combine Crackers and Caramel: Pour the hot caramel mixture over the oyster crackers in the bowl. Gently stir to coat all crackers evenly, ensuring each cracker is covered with the caramel glaze.
- Bake the Crackers: Spread the coated crackers in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent clumps and encourage even crisping.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the crackers from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. This will let the caramel harden to a delightful crunch. Once cooled, store in an airtight container or serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure to stir the caramel constantly when initially heating to prevent burning.
- Stirring the crackers during baking is essential to avoid clumping and promote even crispiness.
- Store the cooled crackers in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
- If you prefer a stronger caramel flavor, you can add a pinch of sea salt on top after baking for a salted caramel twist.
