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Easter Crack Recipe: Easy Easter Treats For Kids

This super fun Easter Crack recipe is a delicious snack that is made with saltine crackers, dark chocolate and candy m&m’s.

What is Easter crack?

Easter Crack is an easy and fun treat that is made with just three ingredients: saltine crackers, dark chocolate (or white chocolate) and candy m&m’s. The salty-sweet mixture of these ingredients gives the Easter Crack a unique flavor that all ages will enjoy. It’s also a great way to get creative with your Easter treats!

Easter Crack Recipe

How to make this yummy treat?

Easter Crack Recipe
  1. Preheat the oven to 350F.
  2. Line a 9x13inch baking pan with parchment paper; lightly spray the pan with pan spray so the parchment paper sticks to the pan.
  3. Line the saltine crackers in the baking pan; set aside.
  4. In a medium size pot, melt the butter and sugar together. On low, simmer for approximately 5 minutes. Be sure to constantly stir the mixture so it does not burn on the bottom.
  5. Pour the mixture over the saltine crackers, spread evenly and bake for approximately 5-8 minutes. You want the mixture to be bubbling evenly, over the crackers, if not bake for another minute or two.
Easter Crack Recipe

What ingredients do you need for this Easter crack recipe?

Easter Crack Ingredients

Butter
Brown Sugar
Saltine Crackers
Dark Chocolate
Easter Themed Sprinkles
Spring M&M’s 

Easter Crack Recipe

Where can you serve this Easter recipe?

Easter Crack Recipe

This Easter Crack recipe is an easy and delicious treat to make for any gathering, whether that is a family holiday party or a Sunday brunch. It’s also great for kids parties, as this treat doesn’t require baking skills and the ingredients are easily found at most supermarkets. Plus, it looks beautiful when presented in a platter! Serve the Easter Crack while it’s still warm and enjoy!

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Easter Crack Recipe

Why is it called Easter crack?

The name Easter Crack was born from the texture of this treat. When you take a bite, the chocolate and sugar soften the saltine crackers to create an irresistible crunchy-yet-gooey texture that is simply addictive! It’s so good it will make your guests go crazy for more – hence why it’s called Easter Crack!

Easter Crack Recipe

We hope you enjoy this Easter Crack recipe and make it for your next gathering.

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Can you make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, this Easter Crack recipe can easily be made ahead of time. Simply prepare the ingredients and assemble them in a baking pan. Cover the baking pan with foil and store it in the refrigerator for up to two days. When you’re ready to serve, just pop it in the oven at 350F for 5-8 minutes and enjoy!

Easter Crack Recipe

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The Best Easter Crack Recipe
Yield: 18 Pieces

The Best Easter Crack Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes

This Easter crack recipe is sweet and salty and the perfect snack for the Easter holiday.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Butter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 36-40 Saltine Crackers (1 large sleeve)
  • 300 grams Dark Chocolate
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons Easter Themed Sprinkles
  • ¼ cup Spring M&M’s

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F.
  2. Line a 9x13inch baking pan with parchment paper; lightly spray the pan with pan spray so the parchment paper sticks to the pan.
  3. Line the saltine crackers in the baking pan; set aside.
  4. In a medium size pot, melt the butter and sugar together. On low, simmer for approximately 5 minutes. Be sure to constantly stir the mixture so it does not burn on the bottom.
  5. Pour the mixture over the saltine crackers, spread evenly and bake for approximately 5-8 minutes. You want the mixture to be bubbling evenly, over the crackers, if not bake for another minute or two.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle the chocolate evenly, over the mixture brown sugar mixture. Let it sit for 2-4 minutes.
  7. Once the chocolate has started to melt, using a spatula spread the melted chocolate evenly and then sprinkle the sprinkles and M&M’s on top.
  8. Let it cool at room temperature for 10-15 then put in the refrigerator to set for approximately 2 hours.
  9. Once the chocolate has set and the sugar mixture is firm, remove from the baking pan and cut into 16-36 pieces.

Notes

  • If the chocolate does not melt, you can place the pan back into the warm oven for a minute to help soften it.
  • To spread the chocolate evenly, I suggest using an offset metal spatula
  • I cut the bars into 16, but they can easily be cut into 36 pieces, because the recipe is very sweet!
  • Keep the bars stored in the refrigerator and remove for a minimum of 20 minutes before serving
  • The bars can be kept in the freezer for if they are made further in advance!

Nutrition Information

Yield

18

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 267Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 10gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 29mgSodium 152mgCarbohydrates 28gFiber 1gSugar 20gProtein 2g

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