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Ultimate No-Bake Caramel Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies

A stack of delicious caramel ritz cracker christmas cookies topped with chocolate and white drizzle.
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Make these simple, salty-sweet Christmas cookies using Ritz crackers, a quick caramel topping, and chocolate. This no-bake recipe is perfect for holiday cookie exchanges.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sleeve Ritz Crackers (about 36 crackers)
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the Ritz crackers in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, and milk.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it boil for exactly 1 minute without stirring.
  4. Immediately pour the hot caramel mixture evenly over the Ritz crackers, ensuring each cracker gets some topping.
  5. Bake the crackers in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes until the topping bubbles slightly. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  7. While the crackers cool slightly, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  8. Spoon or drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled caramel layer on each cracker.
  9. If using white chocolate, melt it separately and drizzle it over the semi-sweet chocolate for decoration.
  10. Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes until firm. Break apart any crackers that stuck together before serving.

Notes

  • For a quicker set, place the baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes after adding the chocolate.
  • If you prefer a thicker caramel, boil the sugar mixture for 2 minutes instead of 1, but watch closely as it can burn easily.
  • You can substitute milk chocolate or dark chocolate for the semi-sweet chips based on your preference.

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