Description
Caramel chocolate ritz delights bring sweet-salty magic to dessert tables with classic cracker bases. Layered with smooth chocolate and buttery caramel, these quick treats offer delicious indulgence for casual gatherings and special moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds / 680 grams Ritz crackers
- 1 cup / 240 milliliters / 8 fluid oz caramel sauce
- 1 cup / 170 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp / 15 milliliters shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate)
- Sprinkles or sea salt, for decoration
Instructions
- Prep Station: Arrange parchment paper on a baking sheet and heat oven to 350°F (175°C), creating a pristine workspace for crafting delectable treats.
- Cracker Foundation: Layer Ritz crackers methodically across the sheet, establishing a uniform base for the upcoming caramel and chocolate transformation.
- Caramel Infusion: Cascade caramel sauce generously over each cracker, ensuring comprehensive coverage that promises rich, sweet undertones.
- Sandwich Construction: Crown each caramel-drenched cracker with a matching counterpart, gently pressing to form delicate, unified layers.
- ChocolateAlchemy: Melt chocolate chips in brief microwave bursts, incorporating shortening to achieve a silky, luminous consistency perfect for coating.
- Chocolate Immersion: Submerge each cracker sandwich completely in molten chocolate, utilizing a fork to ensure elegant, seamless coverage and precise drainage.
- Artisan Finishing: While chocolate remains glossy, embellish with playful confetti sprinkles or a sophisticated sea salt dusting to elevate the sensory experience.
- Chilling Finale: Refrigerate treats until chocolate sets firmly, approximately 30 minutes, transforming them into crisp, luxurious confections ready for indulgence.
Notes
- Chocolate Coating Technique: Melt chocolate in short microwave intervals, stirring consistently to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, glossy finish.
- Sandwich Precision: Press Ritz crackers gently when creating the caramel layer to ensure a uniform, stable sandwich without cracking.
- Temperature Control: Use refrigeration to set chocolate quickly, creating a crisp texture and preventing messy drips during serving.
- Flavor Enhancement: Experiment with sea salt or colorful sprinkles while chocolate is still wet to add gourmet flair and personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 25
- Calories: 123
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg