Halloween Crack is the ultimate no-fuss, no-bake treat for spooky season! This addictive dessert starts with a buttery toffee layer over crispy saltine crackers, topped with melted chocolate and festive Halloween candy. It’s sweet, salty, crunchy, and completely irresistible—a perfect treat for parties, trick-or-treat night, or just cozy fall snacking.
The best part? No candy thermometer required, and it comes together in under 30 minutes. Prepare to get hooked!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 👻 Super simple: Just 5 main ingredients
- 🍫 No thermometer needed: Easy stovetop toffee
- 🎃 Totally customizable: Use your favorite Halloween candies
- 🧒 Kid-friendly fun: Little hands love decorating
- 🥶 Freezer-friendly: Make ahead and stash it for later
Ingredients
- 35 saltine crackers (about 1 sleeve)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup candy corn
- ½ cup Reese’s Pieces or M&Ms
- 2–3 tbsp Halloween sprinkles
- Candy eyeballs or gummy worms (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or foil and spray lightly.
- Add saltines: Arrange crackers in a single layer, covering the entire pan.
- Make toffee: In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour & bake: Immediately pour toffee over the saltines. Spread evenly. Bake for 5 minutes until bubbling.
- Add chocolate: Remove from oven and sprinkle with chocolate chips. Let sit 5 minutes, then spread smooth.
- Decorate: While the chocolate is warm, press candy, sprinkles, and eyeballs into the top.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until set.
- Break & serve: Break into shards and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- 🔁 Swap toppings: Use crushed Oreos, mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, or pretzels
- 🟠 Use white chocolate: For a ghostly twist, swap semi-sweet for white chocolate
- 🎉 Make it colorful: Mix orange, purple, and green sprinkles for that classic Halloween palette
- 💡 No saltines? Use graham crackers or club crackers for a different base
Storage Info
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 1 month. Place parchment between layers to avoid sticking
- Room temp: Store in a cool spot if serving within a day
Halloween Crack
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Saucepan
- – Offset spatula
- – Parchment or foil
Ingredients
- – 35 saltine crackers
- – 1 cup butter
- – 1 cup brown sugar
- – 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- – ½ cup candy corn
- – ½ cup Reese’s Pieces
- – 2–3 tbsp Halloween sprinkles
- – Candy eyeballs optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Lay crackers in a single layer.
- In a saucepan, boil butter and brown sugar for 3 minutes.
- Pour toffee over crackers and bake 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips, let melt, then spread.
- Top with candies and decorations.
- Chill for 1–2 hours.
- Break into pieces and serve!
Notes
– Use any Halloween candy you love
– Great for kids to help decorate
FAQs
Can I use different crackers?
Absolutely! Try graham crackers or buttery rounds like Ritz.
Do I need to use a candy thermometer?
Nope! The toffee reaches the right consistency after just 3 minutes of boiling.
Why is it called “crack”?
Because it’s that addictive—sweet, salty, crunchy, and impossible to stop eating!
Nutrition Facts (Per Piece – Approx. 1/16 of batch)
- Calories: 256
- Fat: 16g
- Carbs: 26g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 133mg
Conclusion
From its crispy base to the gooey chocolate and spooky toppings, Halloween Crack is the kind of treat that disappears fast—so make a double batch! It’s perfect for sharing, snacking, gifting, or sneaking out of the fridge late at night. Best of all, it’s fun to make with kids and totally customizable. Happy haunting and happy snacking!