This stuff is dangerously delicious. Praline Crack is what I call it because no other name is suitable. It’s a buttery, sugary, crunchy and chewy praline twist on cracker toffee! I had to expel it from my house immediately for fear I would eat the whole pan!
Praline Cracker Toffee Recipe
I’m sorry for the title of this recipe. I do understand crack isn’t a joke. I get it.
And honestly having never done crack, I can’t compare, certainly.
But I will say that if being crouched in the bathroom hiding from the world looking shifty and scared that someone will catch me is something someone on crack might do, then yes..this is crack-like.
Because that happened. With this stupid treat. Hence the name Praline Crack. AND I have the sweats and shakes right now because I don’t have a piece. So there’s that.
The recipe is basic, and a twist on that Christmas Crack or Cracker Toffee everyone loves. But better. Sorry, it is.
So anyway, let’s talk particulars. What you have here is buttery, brown sugary, chewy, crunchy, ridiculously addicting treat.
It’s everything you want it to be.. and more.
AND it’s easy. Basically fool-proof.
How Do You Make Praline Crack?
Just line your graham crackers on an ungreased jelly roll pan.
Then melt some butter and sugar together until it comes to a boil. Let it boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Also, have some chopped pecans on hand..
Then pour that delicious butterscotch sauce over top of the graham crackers.
Spread it evenly all over…
Then sprinkle your chopped pecans all up on there…
See?
And bake it. You need to let it go until it’s bubbly all over, it’ll take 12-ish minutes.
The longer it bakes, the crunchier the sauce will get. You’re essentially making candy here…but don’t let it go too long because it will most definitely burn!
Also, I prefer mine a little softer and less “brittle” than some. My husband prefers it crispier…to each their own.
Then let it cool.
And cut it into pieces. Large pieces, people.
While it might not be the prettiest treat ever, it will absolutely be a favorite.
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Praline Crack
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 28 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
This stuff is dangerously delicious. Praline Crack is what I call it because no other name is suitable. It’s a buttery, sugary, crunchy and chewy praline twist on cracker toffee! I had to expel it from my house immediately for fear I would eat the whole pan!
Ingredients
- 28 graham cracker squares
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Line a large ungreased baking pan with sides (jelly roll pan) with graham crackers, breaking in half if necessary to line the pan.
- Melt butter and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until it comes to a boil. Allow it to boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in salt and vanilla. Pour mixture over top of the graham crackers evenly, spreading to coat.
- Sprinkle pecans on top and bake in oven for 10-12 minutes until bubbly all over. If you prefer it a little crunchier, bake for 2 more minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool. Cut into squares.
Notes
store at room temperature in airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 9.2 g
- Sodium: 154 mg
- Fat: 9.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 19.1 g
- Protein: 1.3 g
- Cholesterol: 17.4 mg
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My husband’s Mom made these every Christmas, so I thought I’d try them now that she’s passed….I was never a lover of the Saltines, so looked on Pinterest for Praline crack with graham crackers to see if that was a recipe – was going to try it anyway…but readying through these comments, I’ve seen people say they miss the saltiness of the Saltine….I’m going to sprinkle sea salt on top with the pecans….sounds yummy…Thanks
I just made this recipe and used half a baking sheet of graham crackers and half the baking sheet of saltin crackers. Bother turned out amazing. I like the thickness of the graham crackers better but the saltins add a bit of the salty which helps.
I’m not a fan or graham crackers but I don’t NOT eat them if they’re my only choice I was so scared to ruin it with trying the saltines like other recipes call for. Now that you’ve given it the taste approval, I’ll going to make a tray of each. Let the hubby and kids and grandkids taste test. Thank you so much and have a happy healthy and prosperous new year.
This was SO good! I could have eaten the whole pan myself, and it was SO easy! I will be making these over and over again!
I lined my pan with parchment paper. Used unsalted butter as you are adding salt to the mixture. Used pecan chips which got a little lost in the final result. I’d use bigger Pecan pieces next time. I cooked mine for 12 minutes but I think I’d like them a bit crunchier so will go with the 14 minute recommendation next time. Sweet, buttery and very easy to make!
Thanks for this awesome recipe Shelly but just for clarification, do you advise using salted or unsalted butter?
I always use salted, for the sweet/salty combo. But it’s absolutely a personal preference 🙂
Just made these. Goodness gracious!! Love your blog. Your Salted Caramel Butter Bars are also a big hit around here.
SO glad you liked them!!
Possible to substitute graham crackers with saltines??
Yes!!
Ive just made my 3rd batch of this recipe using what ive got left from the christmas baking and making chaos. ! So were doimg a half and half like the ? family that needs the pizza to behalf pepperoni & half cheese. Our Crack is saltines on ? side & graham crackers on the other. Its pecans everywhere + some more ? ? and white chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips on. ? side and i havent looked yet to see what crackee is below the Choc chips ?? &? ness lets all eat our praline ceack with a friend. Better yet, lets all eat our praline crack with someone who needs a friend. ???????
Sweating it out!!! Eek!! I was distracted by A visitor at my door and realized too late after they were in the oven that I forgot to add the vanilla and salt!!! I’ve made these many times and they’re first to disappear of all my Christmas cookies. Idk if I’ve ever forgotten those ingredients though. I’ve also made these wonderful toffee bars using walnuts and they’re just as good. I’m using cinnamon Graham crackers today. Just out of oven now and NO difference!! Yay!!!