Christmas Crack Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Saltine crackers (24).
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Unsalted butter (1/2 cup for crack + 1 cup for cookies).
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Brown sugar (1/2 cup for crack + 1 1/4 cups for cookies).
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Semi-sweet chocolate chips (1-1 1/4 cups for crack + 1/2 cup for cookies).
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Festive toppings (sprinkles, M&Ms, candy canes).
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Granulated sugar (1/3 cup).
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Egg (1 whole + 2 yolks).
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Vanilla extract (1 tablespoon).
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Flour (2 1/4 cups).
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Baking powder (1 teaspoon).
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Salt (1/2 teaspoon).
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Cornstarch (1/2 teaspoon, optional).
# Instructions:
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Arrange crackers on lined pan. Make toffee with butter and brown sugar, pour over crackers. Bake at 400°F for 3-4 minutes. Add chocolate chips, spread when melted. Add toppings and chill until firm.
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Cook butter until golden brown and nutty. Let cool slightly.
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Mix browned butter with sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients separately, then mix in. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped Christmas crack.
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Refrigerate dough at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
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Scoop dough onto lined sheets. Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until edges golden but centers soft.
# Notes:
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Must line pan for Christmas crack to prevent sticking.
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Save 1 1/2 cups Christmas crack for cookies.
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Don't rush browning the butter.