S’mores Crack Candy Recipe is a no-bake treat that combines the nostalgic flavors of s’mores with the addictive crunch of toffee. This recipe takes the concept of the popular ‘Christmas crack’ and gives it a delicious twist by using graham crackers as the base, topped with marshmallows.
I am willing to admit I have a problem. And it is an addiction called “can’t stop, won’t stop S’mores Crack Candy Recipe”
The thing is, whenever I make this dang recipe, I always end up eating way more than I should. Any hour of the day, I will consume it. I can’t even risk opening the fridge; if I see it or think about it hiding out in there (yes, you must hide it so you don’t eat it all at once) it’s game over.
The same goes for my Christmas Crack, which is also a very popular Holiday recipe! I make Christmas crack any season, for any reason 😉
There are many amazing attributes of this s’mores crack candy recipe but the best things about this recipe are as follows 📣
Graham Cracker Base:
Just like the classic s’mores, this recipe starts with a layer of graham crackers. They create a sturdy foundation for the layers of sweetness to come, adding that familiar s’mores taste and crunch.
Homemade Toffee Layer:
The magic of this S’mores Crack Candy recipe lies in the homemade toffee. It’s quick and easy to make, requiring 5-10 minutes on the stove. The hot toffee is poured over the graham crackers, seeping into every crevice and creating an irresistible layer of sweet, buttery goodness.
Chocolate and Marshmallow Topping:
After adding the toffee, the graham crackers are topped with chocolate chips, which melt from the residual heat of the toffee. Then, for the ultimate s’mores experience, I add a combination of mini marshmallows and the tiny jet-puffed marshmallows. The result is a chewy, chocolatey, crunchy treat that’s impossible to resist.
As Always, this recipe is Eggless and Nut-Free
This S’mores Crack Candy recipe uses NO eggs and it is nut-free, making it a safe option for those with allergies. However, it’s important to double check the ingredients of the marshmallows and graham crackers, as some brands may contain eggs or nuts. I’d add to triple Check, quadruple check, no matter how many times you have bought it before!
Wow! Only 8 Ingredients?
Yes! With just 8 simple ingredients, this S’mores Crack Candy recipe is incredibly easy to prepare. It’s a perfect dessert option when you need something quick but impressive.
Dessert Perfect for Fall:
The warm, toasty flavors of the graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows make this recipe perfect for fall. It’s a comforting treat that brings the essence of campfire s’mores into your kitchen. Of course, without the hassle of a raging fire.
Storing and Serving Tips
One of the best things about this S’mores Crack Candy recipe is how well it keeps. After making it, you can store it in an airtight container or a plastic zip loc bag in the fridge, where it will stay fresh for several days. This makes it a great make-ahead dessert option for gatherings or just to have on hand when the sweet cravings hit.
How to make the best S’mores Crack Candy Recipe, step-by-step:
Prepare your toppings: measure out your semi sweet chocolate chips and set aside.
Prepare your pan: Using a quarter sheet pan or (slightly larger) about 9×12 sized pan, cover with tin foil, and placed Graham crackers face side down in a single, even layer. Set aside. Also get an offset spatula at this time and leave beside the pan as well (or other tool you plan on using to spread the chocolate.)
In a small pot, combine sugar, butter, water and vanilla. Melt down and bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, until it reaches 300F (this is known as the hard candy/ ‘crack’ stage. If you’re going by sight, it will just be lightly amber-brown, which takes about 6-10 minutes. Remove from heat and pour over the tops of the graham crackers. Move quickly, as toffee can burn or harden! You can see in the photos that it will look somewhat foamy while it is cooking and and all of a sudden get darker and fragrant.
Using your toffee mixing spoon, spread the hot toffee mixture evenly over the crackers.
Next add the semisweet chocolate chips. Try to distribute these evenly over the hot toffee mixture. Give it about 30-60 seconds to melt then, while using an offset spatula, smooth the melty chocolate chips over the toffee.
Top with your marshmallows and mallow bits, and then a sprinkling of milk chocolate chips.
Place pan in fridge and allow chocolate to harden and the rest to cool completely before breaking apart and digging in, approximately 15-30 minutes. It will have an amazing crack. Keep s’mores crack candy in the fridge in a sealed container or a zip loc bag. Will stay fresh up to 3 days.
Things that helped in the kitchen for this recipe, and can help you too:
Food thermometer (amazon) to check the temperature of basically everything and anything. One of my most used and underrated kitchen tools.
Offset/ angled spatula- perfect for spreading chocolate, frostings, icing, or smoothing savory foods like mashed potatoes (amazon)
Jet Puffed marshmallow bits– delicious addition to hot chocolate, cookies, and many other desserts!
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S’mores Crack Candy Recipe
Ingredients
- Graham Crackers As many that will fit on a 9×12 pan
Toffee
- 1/2 Cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 Cup Butter salted, equivalent to 1 stick
- 1½ Tbsp Water
- 1 Tsp. Vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/2 Cup Semi sweet chocolate chips
- 2-3 tbsp mini marshmallows
- 1-2 tbsp Mallow bits/dehydrated marshmallows
- handful of milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare your toppings: measure out your semi sweet chocolate chips and set aside
- Prepare your pan: Using a quarter sheet pan or (slightly larger) about 9×12 sized pan, cover with tin foil, and placed Graham crackers face side down in a single, even layer. Set aside. Also get an offset spatula at this time and leave beside the pan as well (or other tool you plan on using to spread the chocolate.)
- In a small pot, combine sugar, butter, water and vanilla. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, until it reaches 300F (this is known as the hard candy/ ‘crack’ stage. If you’re going by sight, it will just be lightly brown, which takes about 6-10 minutes. Remove from heat and pour over the tops of the awaiting crackers. Move quickly, as toffee can burn or harden!
- Using your toffee mixing spoon, spread the hot toffee mixture evenly over the crackers.
- Next add the semisweet chocolate chips. Try to distribute these evenly over the hot toffee mixture. Give it about 30-60 seconds to melt then, while using an offset spatula, smooth the melty chocolate chips over the toffee.
- Top with your marshmallows and mallow bits, and then a sprinkling of milk chocolate chips.
- Place pan in fridge and allow chocolate to harden and the rest to cool completely before breaking apart and digging in, approximately 15-30 minutes. It will have an amazing crack. Keep s’mores crack candy in the fridge in a sealed container or a zip loc bag. Will stay fresh up to 3 days. *IF you want you can broil the tops of the marshmallows in the oven for a couple minutes HOWEVER I would leave the jet puffed bits off. Alternatively you can use a kitchen torch but use caution.
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Just tried this recipe. Amazing! Glad I stumbled on it!! Sooooo good!