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4-Ingredient Christmas Crack Recipe (Saltine Chocolate Toffee Bark)

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Christmas Crack Recipe

This Christmas crack is the perfect last-minute holiday recipe! With just 4 ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a perfectly sweet, slightly salty Christmas treat. This totally foolproof saltine chocolate toffee bark recipe is super easy, perfect for even the most inexperienced home cooks!

christmas crack pieces on a baking sheet with milk on the side

Main Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Recipe

  • Crackers – I used Simple Mill’s almond flour sea salt crackers, they’re entirely grain-free and a totally delicious! They act as the perfect substitute to Saltine crackers, used in most traditional Christmas crack recipes. This simple swap makes this holiday dessert recipe gluten-free, and a little bit healthier.

  • Butter – Feel free to use whatever kind of butter you’d like, though I used vegan butter to keep this recipe vegan-friendly. My sister’s vegan, so I always try to make at least a few holiday treats that she can eat too. And honestly, you can’t even taste the difference in this vegan version!

  • Sugar – I used coconut sugar, since it’s less refined and slightly lower on the glycemic index. However, brown sugar will work just as well!

  • Chocolate Chips – Either 2 cups of chocolate chips or chopped chocolate will do! Also, you can use whatever intensity of chocolate you’d like – I prefer dark chocolate to balance out some of that sweetness in the caramel layer. If you don’t have a microwave, or would prefer not to use it, then simply melt your chocolate over a double boiler instead. I always opt for the microwave because it’s easier!

  • Toppings (optional) – Christmas crack is great on its own, but feel free to add additional toppings like chopped nuts, candy, sprinkles, shredded coconut, or crushed candy canes.
Christmas Crack Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free Options)
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Christmas Crack Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-Free Options)

5 from 1 vote
Recipe by Samantha Course: DessertDifficulty: Easy
Servings

10

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

5

minutes
Chilling Time

6

hours

This Christmas crack is the perfect last-minute holiday recipe! With just 5 ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a perfectly sweet, slightly salty Christmas treat. This totally foolproof recipe is super easy, perfect for even the most inexperienced home cooks!

Ingredients

  • 1 Sleeve Saltine Crackers or 1 box Simple Mill’s GF Crackers

  • 1 Cup Butter (Dairy or Non-Dairy)

  • 1 Cup Coconut Sugar

  • 2 Cups Chocolate Chips

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 400° Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Arrange crackers in an even layer on baking sheet.
    • Christmas Crack Step 1
  • Melt butter and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once butter has melted, cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly until dark brown and bubbling.
  • Remove from heat, then immediately pour over crackers. Bake for 5 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
  • Melt chocolate in the microwave, in 30 second intervals until completely smooth. Remove crackers from oven and let cool for 1 minute or until no longer bubbling, then pour chocolate over top and spread into an even layer.
  • Leave to cool at room temperature then transfer to either the fridge for 6-8 hours, or the freezer for 3-4 hours. Remove crack candy from pan, peel away foil, and break into large chunks.

Notes

  • To Store: Store Christmas Crack in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
  • To Freeze: Break or cut it into pieces and store it in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.

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Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle Recipe

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This gluten-free brownie brittle recipe is insanely crunchy and chocolatey! A fun twist on traditional brownies, you’ll quickly become addicted to this crispy treat. Surprisingly easy to make, pull this recipe out the next time you’re craving something sweet! Dairy-free & vegan option included!

One day, while I was elbow-deep in a bag of store-bought brownie brittle I thought, I can make this! And, better yet, I can make it gluten AND dairy-free. So that’s exactly what I did. I can’t lie though, during the recipe development phase I was worried that the whole baking process might be a bit too difficult. But to my surprise, it was SUPER easy! I even made this same brownie brittle recipe a few times, waiting for something to go wrong, but it never did. I got perfect brownie brittle every single time.

And just in case you’ve never had brownie brittle before – it tastes kinda like a chocolate-er, crunchier cocoa puff. Soft, fudgy brownies definitely have a special place in my heat …but so does this brownie brittle. It’s a totally different, exciting, and freaking delicious experience. I just love it, and I’m sure you will too!

What You Need To Make Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle

  • Sugar – If you know me by now, you know I use coconut sugar whenever possible. I made no exception for this brownie brittle recipe. Though you can use whatever kind of sugar you’d like!
  • Semisweet Chocolate Chips – I prefer Enjoy Life Semi-Sweet Mini chocolate chips for this recipe. They’re dairy-free, but taste JUST like regular chocolate chips. You can of course use whatever chocolate chips you’d like. You can even use one cup of a chopped semi-sweet chocolate bar.
  • Neutral Tasting Oil – I used melted coconut oil in my recipe, but vegetable, canola, avocado, or even olive oil will work. We’re simply looking for an oil that you won’t be able to taste in the brittle. So anything with a super mild flavor will do!
  • Egg Whites – Yup that’s right, get rid of those yolks! The egg yolks make things soft and sort of cake-like, which is what we’re trying to avoid in this brownie brittle recipe. So either chuck the yolks or save them for your morning scramble.
  • Gluten-Free Flour – I’ve been using Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 Baking Flour for a few months now and have nothing bad to say about it. It’s a solid gluten-free flour that never fails to get the job done. You can use any 1:1 gluten-free flour blend, just please make sure it contains xantham gum.

  • Espresso Powder or Instant Coffee Granules – Espresso powder will enhance the chocolate in this delicious brownie brittle recipe!

Adjust This Recipe To Your Dietary Needs

  • Make it Vegan: I haven’t tried it, but a vegan egg-substitute might work in this recipe. If you try it, please let me know how your brownie brittle turns out!

  • Add Gluten: You can use regular all-purpose flour in place of the gluten-free flour in this recipe.
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Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle Recipe

4 from 3 votes
Recipe by Samantha Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

18

pieces
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

35

minutes

This gluten-free and dairy-free brownie brittle is insanely crunchy and chocolatey! A fun twist on traditional brownies, you’ll quickly become addicted to this crispy treat. Surprisingly easy to make, pull this recipe out the next time you’re craving something sweet!

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Sugar, see Notes

  • 1 Cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, divided

  • 1/4 Cup Neutral Tasting Oil, see Notes

  • 2 Egg Whites

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

  • 1 Cup + 2 Tablespoons Gluten-Free Flour

  • 3 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder

  • 1/4 Teaspoon Baking Soda

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Espresso Powder or Instant Coffee Granules

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit and line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, microwave 1/2 cup of chocolate and ¼ cup of oil in 30-second intervals until chocolate has completely melted. Then stir in the sugar. Brownie Brittle Process Photo 1
  • Add in the egg whites and vanilla extract, mix to combine. Then fold in the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and espresso powder. Brownie Brittle Process Photo 2
  • Transfer batter to prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin layer (about 1/8-inch thick). Sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips and bake for 15 minutes. Brownie Brittle Process Photo 3
  • Remove from oven, slice into brownie brittle pieces, then bake for an additional 15 minutes. Brownie Brittle Process Photo 4
  • Remove from the oven, transfer to a wire cooling rack and let cool completely. Break apart into pieces and enjoy.Brownie Brittle Process Photo 5

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Notes

  • Sugar: I used coconut sugar, but you can use either regular white sugar or can sugar if you’d like.
  • Neutral Tasting Oil: Refined coconut oil, vegetable oil, canola oil, or olive oil will all work!

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Easy Fudge Recipe Without Condensed Milk

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fudge without condensed milk stacked on a plate.

If you’re looking for a fudge snack that you can easily make at home, try my fudge recipe which only requires a few basic pantry ingredients. It doesn’t require sweetened condensed milk as many fudge recipes do, but it’s just as delicious!

close up image of fudge without condensed milk

What is Condensed Milk? How is the fudge made without it?

Condensed milk is cow’s milk from which water has been removed. It’s also sweetened with added sugar and is often used in traditional fudge recipes because it’s thick and sweet. However, not everyone has condensed milk in their pantry. So, if you want to make fudge on a whim, you need to improvise with some basic ingredients that you likely already have on hand. This is where my recipe comes in handy!

Melting the butter and chocolate in the microwave is the easiest way to create this fudge without condensed milk. But, this can also be done on a stovetop by melting and constantly stirring until combined.

However, keep in mind that evaporated milk is completely different and shouldn’t be used as a substitute.

overhead image of fudge without condensed milk cut into squares.

Main Ingredients For Fudge Without Condensed Milk Recipe

  • Chocolate – your choice of dark chocolate or chocolate chips!

  • Butter – I used non-dairy.

  • Milk – I used almond milk.

  • Powdered Sugar

  • Vanilla Extract

Tips When Making This Fudge Without Condensed Milk Recipe

  • Chocolate: I recommend using semi-sweet chocolate or darker. I used 70% dark chocolate for this fudge recipe and had delicious results. The additional powdered sugar contributes quite a bit of sweetness to this recipe, therefore to avoid fudge that’s too sweet, use a dark chocolate which contains less sugar.

  • Milk: I used almond milk but regular milk works fine too. Or if you’re feeling adventurous, you can try chocolate milk!

Storage

Store this fudge in the fridge for best results! If left at room temperature, the fudge runs the risk of melting (especially in warmer climates). I actually prefer to store my fudge in the freezer in the summertime, it’s still soft enough to sink my teeth into – but perfectly firm, cold, and just SO delicious!

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Easy Fudge Recipe Without Condensed Milk

3 from 133 votes
Recipe by Samantha Course: DessertsCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Total time

0

minutes

If you’re looking for a fudge snack that you can easily make at home, try my fudge recipe which only requires a few basic pantry ingredients. It doesn’t require sweetened condensed milk as many fudge recipes do, but it’s just as delicious!

Ingredients

  • 6 Ounces Dark Chocolate (or 3/4 cup chocolate chips)

  • 1/4 Cup Butter (Dairy or Dairy-free)

  • 1/4 Cup Milk (Dairy or Dairy-Free)

  • 2 Cups Powdered Sugar

  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Directions

  • Line and grease a loaf pan. 
  • Microwave chocolate, butter, and milk in a bowl for 2 minutes or until melted – stir to combine.
  • Add in powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beat with a hand or stand mixer until smooth.
  • Transfer mixture to prepared pan, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm. Use a greased knife to cut fudge into squares.

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Notes

  • This fudge is best stored in the fridge or freezer.

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake (Dairy-Free)

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

Learn how to make this deliciously soft and buttery gluten-free coffee cake with a cinnamon filling and streusel crumb topping. This recipe also includes a dairy-free option, making it a treat something everyone can get excited about!  

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

This gluten-free coffee cake recipe so easy to make and such a perfect breakfast or brunch recipe on the weekend. Serve a big slice with a hot cup of coffee for a breakfast treat!

While there are a few different parts to this recipe — the coffee cake, streusel, and filling — they are all very quick to make.

MAIN INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

  • 1:1 Baking Flour – I used Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten Free Baking flour in this recipe.

  • Butter – I used non-dairy butter. Consider using unsalted butter to control the salt content in this recipe.

  • Eggs – A common pantry item, you only need 3 large eggs for this.

  • Milk – I used non-dairy, but any milk can work with this.

  • Vanilla Extract – I use this in almost all my baked goods recipes because it enhances all the other flavors in the recipe.

  • Cinnamon – This wouldn’t be a cinnamon streusel coffee cake without the cinnamon!

  • Brown Sugar – This will be used for the streusel topping.

ADJUST THIS RECIPE TO YOUR DIET

  • Add dairy: I used non-dairy butter and milk, but it’s totally fine to use regular dairy products too.

  • Add Gluten: You can try using all purpose flour instead of the gluten-free version. However, flours like almond flour or coconut flour have not been tested in this recipe.

TIPS FOR MAKING Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

  • I like to line my baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal of the coffee cake from the pan after baking. 

  • You can make the filling and streusel ahead of time. Just store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake (Dairy-Free)

5 from 3 votes
Recipe by Samantha Course: Breakfast, DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

9

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

50

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

Learn how to make this deliciously soft and buttery gluten-free coffee cake with a cinnamon filling and streusel crumb topping. This recipe also includes a dairy-free option, making it a treat something everyone can get excited about!  

Ingredients

  • For the cake:

  • 3 cups gluten-free 1:1 baking flour

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ cups sugar

  • 1 cup butter, melted (I used non-dairy butter)

  • 3/4 cup milk (I used non-dairy milk)

  • 3 eggs

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

  • For the filling:

  • ¼ cup sugar

  • 1 tablespoon gluten-free 1:1 baking flour

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • For the streusel topping:

  • 1 cup gluten-free 1:1 baking flour

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup butter, softened (I used non-dairy butter)

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit and grease a 9×9-inch cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  • Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring, then mix until just combined.
  • Add all filling ingredients to a bowl and mix together.,
  • Then, add all streusel topping ingredients to a bowl and mix together until crumbly.
  • Transfer half of the batter to the cake pan, then evenly pour the filling over the top.
  • Follow that layer with the remaining cake batter before topping the whole thing off with an even sprinkling of the streusel topping.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted down the center of the cake comes out mostly clean. Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Recipe Video

Notes

  • Storage: Store cooled coffee cake covered at room temperature up to 2 days.
  • Be sure to cool this one at least 30 minutes to let it set and be easier to cut and serve.

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Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins (Dairy-Free, Grain-Free)

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Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffin Recipe

Forget those box mixes! You can make these wholesome muffins from scratch with just basic grocery store ingredients. These gluten-free blueberry muffins are bursting with fresh blueberries and are deliciously soft on the inside. With only 11 ingredients and two bowls needed, this gluten-free blueberry muffin recipe is simple to follow with dairy-free and grain-free options.

Blueberry muffins are a classic recipe, and while this version is gluten-free, grain-free and dairy-free, you won’t be disappointed! Super easy and quick to make, they taste just like they came from your favorite bakery!

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS

Blueberries – Whether fresh or frozen, the ultimate staple to this recipe is, of course, blueberries!

Almond Flour – This gluten and grain-free flour is a staple in my kitchen. Almond flour has a very mild taste and gives these blueberry muffins their irresistibly soft texture!

Non-Dairy Milk – Although I used almond milk for this recipe, feel free to use other dairy-free products like oatmilk.

Honey or Maple Syrup – Naturally sweeten these blueberry muffins with honey or maple syrup to add a subtle but delicious flavor. It’s also much healthier than any refined sugar!

ADJUST THIS GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY MUFFIN RECIPE TO YOUR DIET

  • Vegan: Use 3 flax eggs. They won’t be as big and fluffy, but will still taste delicious!

TIPS FOR MAKING GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS

  • If you can’t find fresh blueberries, go ahead and use frozen.  

  • Use cupcake liners to keep the muffins from sticking to the pan.

  • To keep your muffins from getting “soggy bottoms,” allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before placing on a cooling rack.
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Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins (Dairy-Free, Grain-Free)

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Recipe by Samantha Course: Breakfast, Dessert, SnacksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes
Total time

30

minutes

Forget those box mixes! You can make these wholesome muffins from scratch with just basic grocery store ingredients. These gluten-free blueberry muffins are bursting with fresh blueberries and are deliciously soft on the inside. With only 11 ingredients and two bowls needed, this gluten-free blueberry muffin recipe is simple to follow with dairy-free and grain-free options.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ Cups Almond Flour

  • ½ Cup Tapioca Starch (corn or arrowroot starch might work, I haven’t tested it myself yet)

  • 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder

  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt

  • 3 Eggs 

  • ¼ Cup Coconut Oil, melted

  • ¼ Cup Honey or Maple Syrup

  • ¼ Cup Non-Dairy Milk

  • 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar

  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

  • 1 Cup Fresh Blueberries

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F & grease or line a muffin pan.
  • Combine your dry ingredients – almond flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, & salt in a large bowl.
  • Add in your wet ingredients – eggs, coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, almond milk, vinegar, & vanilla extract and mix everything really well.
  • Fold in your fresh blueberries to your muffin batter until they’re incorporated.
  • Scoop out ¼-1/3 cup of batter into each muffin tin & bake for 20-25 minutes. These store best in the fridge – just pop in the toaster oven for a few minutes before enjoying.

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Notes

  • Use cupcake liners to keep the muffins from sticking to the pan.
  • Frozen blueberries are a bit more likely to tint the muffins as you mix them in, but the result won’t taste any less delicious!
  • To store, wait until the muffins get to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container in the freezer. 

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