Description
Muffin Pan White Christmas Crackles are a crunchy, sweet, and festive holiday treat made with simple pantry ingredients coated in creamy white chocolate and lightly bound with butter and sweetened condensed milk. Perfectly portioned in a muffin pan, these bite-sized crackers are great for sharing, gifting, and adding a nostalgic holiday charm to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup White Chocolate Chips
- 3 cups Rice Cereal
- 1/2 cup Desiccated Coconut
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1/4 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
Optional Toppings and Mix-ins
- Sprinkles or Festive Decorations, as needed
- Chopped toasted almonds or pecans (optional)
- Dried cranberries or chopped dried apricots (optional)
- Cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
- Melted dark chocolate for drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Muffin Pan: Lightly grease your muffin pan or line it with paper cupcake liners to ensure your crackles release easily once set, reducing mess and cleanup.
- Melt the White Chocolate and Butter: Gently melt white chocolate chips and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl using short bursts to avoid burning. Stir until smooth and creamy, creating a luscious base for coating the dry ingredients.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rice cereal and desiccated coconut to form the crunchy, textured base of your crackles.
- Combine and Bind: Pour the melted white chocolate and butter mixture over the dry ingredients, then add sweetened condensed milk. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat every piece of cereal, forming a sticky, cohesive mixture.
- Scoop Into Muffin Pan: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop the mixture evenly into each muffin pan cup. Gently press down to compact the crackles, ensuring they hold their shape and have a satisfying density.
- Add Festive Toppings: Sprinkle sprinkles, chopped nuts, dried fruit, or any preferred decorations on top for that final festive touch that makes them stand out.
- Chill Until Set: Place the muffin pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the crackles to firm up, achieving perfect crunch and structure.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for a richer taste and better melting experience.
- Do not skip the chilling step to prevent the crackles from crumbling when removed from the pan.
- Press firmly when placing the mixture into the muffin pan to help the crackles hold together.
- Feel free to experiment with adding small amounts of chopped nuts or seeds for added texture.
- Store finished crackles in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness and prevent moisture absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: holiday treat, white chocolate crackles, Christmas snack, gluten free dessert, no bake, festive treat, crunchy snack