Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack


High Altitude Christmas | Published December 13, 2022 by Mimi Council

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My Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack takes the traditional recipe to the next level. I add in peanut butter and instead of saltine crackers, I use pretzels for the holy trio — peanut butter, chocolate, and pretzels that creates the best dessert! Plus, I add natural holiday sprinkles with no artificial colors on top!

If you're looking for more holiday dessert recipes try my Mint Meltaways, Easy Christmas Animal Crackers, or my Christmas Lights Snack Cake.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Today I am sharing a recipe for the classic Christmas Crack. But I made Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack! This Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack is a simple Christmas candy recipe that you can use for homemade gifts!

You can gift this alone in a small bag or you can also add it to DIY Christmas Cookie Boxes! This easy Christmas dessert is packed with flavor, easy to make, and it will have everyone wanting more!

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

What is Christmas Crack?

Christmas Crack is a type of holiday candy that is popular around Christmas time. It is usually made with saltine crackers, a mixture of brown sugar and butter to create a caramel/toffee flavor, and then it’s topped with chocolate. It is an easy Christmas dessert that is always a crowd pleaser!

So, I decided to make a Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack but with pretzels instead of crackers. I love chocolate, peanut butter, and pretzel together. So, I thought the idea to replace the traditional crackers with pretzels and adding peanut butter would be delicious, and it is! This is a twist on the simple Christmas candy recipe.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Sweet and Salty: This Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack is both sweet and salty. The best kind of dessert, in my opinion! I love the combination of the sweet chocolate and toffee with the salty peanut butter and pretzels.

Easy AF: Not only is this recipe delicious, but it is also an easy Christmas dessert! This recipe is very simple and it yields a big reward, which are the best kind of recipes! And if you are making homemade holiday gifts, having a simple Christmas candy recipe makes homemade gifting even sweeter.

Festive: I make this Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack festive by adding naturally colored red and green sugars and snowflake springs. This is completely optional, but if you're gifting then it's the perfect touch!

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Ingredients

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Tools Needed

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Things You Need to Gift Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack

  • Tin Tie Bags: I use small tin tie bags as this is a great option for gifting. You could also use a tin if you have that as well.
  • Holiday Ribbon: You'll need some holiday ribbon to tie the bags with.
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet (half sheet pan that is 18 x 13-inches) with parchment paper and grease the sides of the baking sheet. Line the baking sheet with pretzels making an even layer.

Step 2

In a medium pot add the brown sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat until the butter melts and the brown sugar begins to melt. Continue to cook until the mixture is a liquid and it begins to boil, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Step 3

Pour the sugar mixture over the top of the pretzels on the baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the sugar mixture looks bubbly. Remove from the oven.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Step 4

Add the dark chocolate and peanut butter to a heatproof bowl. Melt, using a double boiler (or alternatively do 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each one). Pour over the pretzel mixture and spread evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle with red sprinkles, blue sugars, and snowflake sprinkles. Place in the freezer to set for at least 2 hours or overnight.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Step 6

Place the baking sheet in the freezer, make sure that it is even so it is not tilted! Let it set in the freezer for at least two hours, or overnight.

Step 7

Remove from the freezer and break into pieces.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack
peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

FAQ's

Can I use saltine crackers in place of pretzels in this Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack?

Absolutely! If you want a more traditional Christmas Crack, then you can replace the pretzels with saltine crackers.

Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?

Yes, you can totally swap out the dark chocolate for milk chocolate if you prefer. You could even use white chocolate if you want.

Can I add anything else on top?

Yes, if you don’t want to add sprinkles you can also add a flaky sea salt or chopped up roasted and salted peanuts would also be delicious!

How should I store Christmas Crack?

Christmas Crack should be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can store it in an airtight container, zip bag, or in a tin would also be fine.

peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

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peanut butter pretzel christmas crack

Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack

Mimi Council
This recipe makes enough to gift 6 bags of Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack! Or, it's a great amount to have on a platter at your holiday party!
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Makes 24 servings
Calories 431 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet (half sheet pan that is 18 x 13-inches) with parchment paper and grease the sides of the baking sheet.
  • Line the baking sheet with pretzels making an even layer.
  • In a medium pot add the brown sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat until the butter melts and the brown sugar begins to melt. Continue to cook until the mixture is a liquid and it begins to boil, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Pour the sugar mixture over the top of the pretzels on the baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the sugar mixture looks bubbly. Remove from the oven.
  • Add the dark chocolate and peanut butter to a heatproof bowl. Melt, using a double boiler (or alternatively do 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each one). Pour over the pretzel mixture and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle with red sprinkles, blue sugars, and snowflake sprinkles. Place in the freezer to set for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Remove from the freezer and break into pieces.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or I’m the freezer for up to 1 month.

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Notes

High Altitude – Follow the recipe as noted.

Nutrition

Calories: 431kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 5gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 347mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 480IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 3mg
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4 responses to “Peanut Butter Pretzel Christmas Crack”

  1. Leah Friedman says:

    5 stars
    My husband and I just devoured about a pound of this. Crack is right!

  2. Michelle Quirsfeld says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is an absolute winner! The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is a classic, but the addition of salt takes it to an entirely new level! I look forward to making this over the holidays for friends and family!

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