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Keebler Club Cracker Cookies
Keebler Club Cracker Cookies are a sweet-and-salty treat that combines buttery crackers with a caramelized sugar topping and a sprinkle of nuts. These quick-bake cookies originated as a popular party tray addition in the mid-20th century, when convenience and indulgence blended into clever shortcuts. Using store-bought Club crackers as the base, a buttery sugar mixture is poured over and baked until golden and crisp. The final result is toffee-like with a nutty crunch, ideal for holiday platters, cookie exchanges, or after-school snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 sleeve Keebler Club crackers
  • ½ cup nuts (finely chopped, e.g., pecans or walnuts)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Pan

  • Line a cookie sheet with foil.
  • Arrange Club crackers close together in a single layer on the sheet.

Step 2: Make Caramel Mixture

  • In a saucepan, melt butter and sugar together.
  • Bring to a boil and continue boiling for 1 minute.

Step 3: Assemble Cookies

  • Pour the hot sugar mixture evenly over the crackers.
  • Sprinkle with finely chopped nuts.

Step 4: Bake

  • Bake at 275°F for 8–10 minutes, until bubbling and golden.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

  • Remove from the pan immediately and cool on waxed paper.

Tips

  • Use dark brown sugar instead of white sugar for deeper toffee flavor.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the butter mixture for a salted-toffee finish.
  • Replace chopped nuts with pecans, walnuts, or almonds.
  • Add a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips right after baking; they soften and melt lightly.
  • For extra crunch, bake 1 to 2 minutes longer while watching closely.
  • Add vanilla extract to the boiling sugar mixture for richer flavor.
  • Drizzle finished pieces with melted chocolate for a candy-bark style look.
  • Use silicone baking mats instead of foil for easier removal.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
  • Make ahead for holidays, these keep well for several days.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 263mgPotassium: 23mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 0.5IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword buttery cookies, club cracker toffee, easy candy, holiday treat, quick baking, retro sweets, vintage dessert
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