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Easter Crack

Easter Crack

Patricia
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 40 saltine crackers
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 3 cups white chocolate chips divided
  • Pink gel food coloring
  • ½ cup pastel Easter M&Ms
  • ¼-1/2 cup chopped mini chocolate eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Easter sprinkles

Instructions
 

Prepare Your Baking Sheet

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are close together without gaps.

Make the Toffee Base

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar, stirring continuously.
  • Once the mixture starts to bubble, allow it to cook for 3 minutes without stirring.
  • Immediately pour the hot toffee mixture over the crackers, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Bake the Toffee Layer

  • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes until the toffee is bubbling.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Melt the White Chocolate

  • Sprinkle 2 ½ cups of white chocolate chips over the hot toffee.
  • Let them sit for 2 minutes to soften, then spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top with a spatula.

Add the Marbled Effect

  • Melt the remaining ½ cup of white chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each.
  • Mix the melted chocolate with a small amount of pink gel food coloring.
  • Drizzle the pink-colored chocolate over the white chocolate layer.
  • Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the pink chocolate for a beautiful marbled effect.

Add the Easter Toppings

  • Quickly sprinkle the pastel M&Ms, chopped mini chocolate eggs, and Easter sprinkles over the top before the chocolate sets.
  • Lightly press the toppings into the melted chocolate to ensure they stick.

Chill and Break Into Pieces

  • Allow the bark to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until the chocolate is fully set.
  • Once firm, break the bark into irregular pieces and serve!

Notes

  • Swap the Crackers: Try using Ritz crackers instead of saltines for an extra buttery crunch.
  • Chocolate Variations: Swap out white chocolate for milk or dark chocolate for a different flavor profile.
  • Topping Ideas: Add crushed pretzels, coconut flakes, or colored sanding sugar for extra texture and color.
  • Melt Chocolate Properly: When melting chocolate, stir frequently to prevent it from burning.
  • Make It Ahead: This Easter Crack is perfect for making in advance—just store it in an airtight container until ready to serve.