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Delicious King Cake Crack Candy with colorful sprinkles and festive presentation

King Cake Crack Candy

A crackly, buttery sheet of salty-sweet candy covered in purple, green, and gold — perfect for Mardi Gras trays or as a last-minute party snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the candy base
  • 1 box Saltine crackers Fresh for maximum crispness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Use real butter for proper caramelization
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Light or dark, depending on preference
For the toppings
  • 1 cup White chocolate chips Choose high-quality chips
  • 1/2 cup Mardi Gras sprinkles Purple, green, and gold
  • 1-2 tbsp Food coloring Purple, green, yellow for drizzling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange saltine crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Caramel Preparation
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and brown sugar, stirring constantly until it boils.
  2. Pour the hot caramel over the crackers, spreading it evenly.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes until the caramel is bubbling.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle white chocolate chips over the caramel.
  2. Once the chocolate softens, spread it evenly over the caramel.
  3. Drizzle with colored melted chocolate and top with Mardi Gras sprinkles.
  4. Cool completely before breaking into pieces.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days. For variations, consider adding nuts or different chocolate types.