Salted Caramel Ritz Cracker Cookies Recipe
Indulge in these irresistible Salted Caramel Ritz Cracker Cookies, featuring crispy Ritz cracker sandwiches filled with creamy, smooth caramel and coated in rich chocolate almond bark, finished with a delicate sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving and No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Caramel Filling
- 20 soft caramels
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Cookie Base
- Approximately 2 sleeves of Ritz crackers (~60 crackers)
Chocolate Coating
- 24 ounces chocolate almond bark
- Sea salt or sprinkles, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the caramel: Place the soft caramels and heavy cream in a medium-sized bowl. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir the mixture well, then continue microwaving in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until the caramel is completely smooth.
- Cool the caramel: Let the melted caramel sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly and thicken for easier spreading.
- Assemble the cracker sandwiches: Lay half of the Ritz crackers on a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper. Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of the caramel onto each cracker—just enough to cover the surface without spilling over the edges. Top with the remaining Ritz crackers to create sandwiches.
- Chill the sandwiches: Place the baking sheet with the assembled cracker sandwiches into the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes so the caramel firms up.
- Melt the almond bark: Melt the chocolate almond bark according to the package instructions until smooth and ready for dipping.
- Dip the sandwiches: Remove the chilled cracker sandwiches from the refrigerator one by one, dip each completely into the melted almond bark, and gently shake off any excess chocolate.
- Add salt topping: Place the dipped sandwiches back onto the lined baking sheet and immediately sprinkle sea salt or your choice of sprinkles over the top to enhance flavor.
- Set the coating: Allow the chocolate almond bark to cool and harden completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Serve: Once set, your Salted Caramel Ritz Cracker Cookies are ready to enjoy as a delightful sweet and salty treat!
Notes
- Use soft caramels for easy melting; if they are hard candies, microwave longer to soften.
- Be careful not to overheat the caramel to prevent burning.
- You can substitute almond bark with high-quality melting chocolate or candy melts if preferred.
- Refrigerate the cookies after assembly for longer freshness.
- For a nut-free option, ensure the chocolate coating is free from nut cross-contamination.
- Sprinkles can be used instead of sea salt for a sweeter variation.
Keywords: Salted Caramel Cookies, Ritz Cracker Cookies, Chocolate Covered Cookies, No Bake Cookies, Easy Dessert
