Praline Christmas Bark
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Some recipes come and go. Others? They become legends.
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This Praline Christmas Bark is one of those crowd-pleasers that gets requested year after year. Rich caramel, buttery crackers, toasted pecans, and a generous layer of melted chocolate—it’s festive, foolproof, and gone in minutes. We like to think even Santa makes a detour for a bite.
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🍬 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saltine crackers | 30–40 (enough to fill pan) |
| Unsalted butter | 1 cup (2 sticks) |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Salt | ½ tsp |
| Chopped pecans | ¾ cup |
| Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 2 cups |
🔥 How to Make It
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 12×17-inch jelly roll pan.
- Lay out crackers in a single even layer across the pan (saltines or graham crackers work well).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar, stirring until dissolved. Bring to a boil for 2–3 minutes, then reduce to a simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt, and whisk until fully combined.
- Pour the caramel evenly over the crackers and smooth out with a spatula.
- Sprinkle pecans generously over the top, then bake for 7–9 minutes, until the mixture bubbles.
- Let the tray cool for 5 minutes, then sprinkle chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Let sit for 2 minutes, then spread the chocolate into an even layer.
- Let cool completely before breaking or cutting into pieces.
❄️ Storage Tips
- Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to a week.
- Or freeze for longer shelf life and crispier texture!
