Description
These festive cookies combine buttery Ritz crackers, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate for a sweet and salty holiday treat that’s quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
- Ritz crackers
- Caramel squares (soft caramel candy)
- Heavy cream
- Chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- Coconut oil or shortening
- Sprinkles or toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
- Make the caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramel squares and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each round, until smooth.
- Assemble the cookies: Place a small dollop of melted caramel on a Ritz cracker. Top with another cracker to create a sandwich. Repeat for the desired number of cookies.
- Melt the chocolate: Use a microwave or double boiler to melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil or shortening. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Dip the cookies: Using a fork, dip each Ritz cracker sandwich into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Tap off excess chocolate and place on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle your chosen toppings over each cookie.
- Let them set: Allow the cookies to cool and set completely. You can speed this up by placing them in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.
Notes
[‘Don’t rush the caramel: Melt it slowly to avoid grainy texture or burning.’, ‘Keep chocolate smooth: Add coconut oil or shortening to ensure a perfect dipping consistency.’, ‘Prep toppings in advance: Have your sprinkles or crushed candy ready before you start dipping.’, ‘Work in batches: If the caramel or chocolate begins to harden, reheat briefly to keep it smooth.’, ‘Use quality ingredients: High-quality chocolate and caramel make a big difference in flavor.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12
- Fat: 6
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Christmas cookies, caramel cookies, holiday dessert, no-bake cookies, sweet and salty cookies