Description
Caramel Peanut Ritz Cracker Treats are a delightful fusion of sweet and salty flavors that everyone will love. With a crunchy base of Ritz crackers topped with rich caramel and sprinkled with peanuts, these treats are perfect for parties, movie nights, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. They are incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time, making them an ideal quick dessert option. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a fun family activity in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup roughly chopped peanuts (salted or unsalted)
- 1–2 sleeves Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange Ritz crackers in a single layer.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and milk. Stir continuously until bubbling.
- Reduce heat and continue stirring for 4–5 minutes until the caramel thickens and turns golden. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of warm caramel onto each cracker and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
- Allow treats to cool at room temperature for 30–45 minutes or refrigerate until firm before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 treats (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg