How to make cracker peanut butter candy the cracker is the secret ingredient stepbystep bring sugar and milk to a rolling boil for 3 minutes i usually boil mine a couple minutes longeradd crushed crackers, peanut butter, and vanilla. Make easter extra special with zitner s butter krak eggs. I was a sales rep at the time, selling automotive accessories to car dealerships. Zitner s peppermint cream dark chocolate delights 8 count. You will need one sleeve of saltine crackers, 2 sticks of margarine, 1 cup granulated sugar and a 12 oz bag of peanut butter and chocolate chips. My husband and daughter love these im already out and i just made them will be making more for my daughters class on friday. Place the cookie sheet in the freezer for 10 ish minutes. Then, we top those with a layer of caramel and a layer of chocolate before finishing off our candy with some chopped pecans. Spray a large cookie sheet with cooking spray line first with parchment paper if you wish. Foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. Dear customers, we are committed to providing safe, straight to your door delivery of pa essentials. Easy 4ingredient buckeye peanut butter balls adventures.
I cannot find these delicious eggs down here in virgina. Zitner s signature dark chocolate with creamy raspberry filling is sure to be a hit. Nov 26, 2017 the crackers give it a fabulous light and crunchy texture. Pour over crackers and spread until completely covered. Dec 08, 2017 its very old but requires minimal fuss, no candy thermometers or marshmallow creme. Coconut butter cream easter eggs coconut butter, easter. Zitner company, has long been a mainstay of my region. Because this item is temperaturesensitive, we recommend shipping it using expedited shipping 2 to 3 business days or rush shipping 1 business day. Using a very clean and completely dry spatula, spread your chocolate chips over your crackers. With their beginnings all the way back in 1922, zitner candy has been a flavorful favorite of many generations. Im pretty sure it was one of those use what you have recipes which ups the likability factor even more for me.
The company is looking to acquire new space to meet demand, and hopes to eventually be able to expand nationally, reported the philadelphia inquirer. Old fashioned peanut butter candy recipe by miracamp28. I prefer my 2cup pyrex measuring cup because i can use it in the microwave, and it s. Their easter egg selections have been made since 1922. Using a wooden spoon, beat vigorously until fudge becomes very thick and just starts to lose its gloss about 4 to 5 minutes. Just 5 simple ingredients, under 15 minutes to prepare, and no candy thermometer required. Other flavors are also available, of course, such as butter cream, coconut cream, double coconut, peanut butter and marshmallow. Saltine cracker candy with toasted pecans recipe taste of home.
While sugar is boiling, sprinkle chopped nuts over crackers. Second box the chocolate seems a little white or discolored and tasted a little stale. Zitners signature dark chocolate with creamy raspberry filling is sure to be a hit. Bring mixture to a boil and let boil for 3 minutes. And if youre lucky there may even be some left for the new year s party. Dont count on it cracker candy requires just a few simple ingredients, is easy to make and a pleasure to eat. Prepare your toffee by combining butter and brown sugar in a small saucepan over. If you like my videos please be sure to like and subscribe. Zitners makes a large variety of chocolate easter eggs, but my favorite by.
Fill sheet with all 40 saltine crackers in a single layer. Jan 06, 2016 christmas crack ritz cracker bark duration. Easy peanut butter fudge with saltines 2 just a pinch. But just in case any of you nonphiladelphians or transplanted philadelphians are interested, they can be purchased here or through the zitners website. Zitners butter krak eggs 24 count chocolate shells. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously, and let cook until bubbling, about 2 minutes. Saltine crackers, butter, brown sugar and chocolate chips are all you need. Zitners butter cream dark chocolate easter egg ooh, i found these zitners butter cream eggs covered in dark chocolate in the checkout aisle of a new jersey walgreens. Zitners butter krak eggs, dark chocolate covered eggs, 8 count box total 9 ounces. All you need to make this christmas crack is butter, brown sugar, saltine crackers. I decided to check out amazon because if anyone can get it, it is amazon. I didnt expect much from the packaging, but was intrigued that the small company has been in business producing holiday chocolates since 1922. Like many candy companies, it started with a family recipe, sold to friends and neighbors at the holidays and expanded from there. Butter the sides to keep sugar crystals from forming.
Saltine cracker candy with toasted pecans taste of home. Or, in microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on high about 1 minute or until they can be stirred smooth. Sift the white spelt flour, white wholewheat flour, oat. Sep, 2010 the eggs come in traditional flavors of marshmallow, peanut butter, buttercream, cocoanut cream, and double coconut, and of course butter krak.
In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. See 2 photos from 11 visitors to zitners candy factory. Zitners candy in philadelphia zitners candy 3120 n 17th. Zitners eggs are all that is right with the world wrapped up in a sweet candy shell. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, whisking every so often, until the sugar is completely dissolved, 5 to 6 minutes. Zitner s are most known for their butter krak eggs, which are dark chocolate logs filled with a coconut and vanilla buttercream.
Online candy store chocolate shells the way back easter candy toasted coconut counting nom nom bring it on butter. And if youre lucky there may even be some left for the new years party. Continue stirring until boiling then boil for 3 minutes set timer. Saltine cracker candy with toasted pecans recipe taste. The treat was invented by company cofounder annie zitner in the 1930s and is unique to zitner, probably because it s difficult to make. Zitner s makes a large variety of chocolate easter eggs, but my favorite by a mile are the rich, c.
Zitner s butter krak eggs are a local favorite in philadelphia. Well, to my delight the zitner s butter krak eggs were on the site. You get zitner butter krak eggs, and you only get them once a year. If the recipe calls for melting the butter first, coat the sides of the pan before adding sugar. As i mentioned in a post from last year, i have a thing for zitners butter krak eggs. Put the melted chocolate in a deeper dish for dipping. Just lay the crackers in a single layer in a jelly roll pan lined with aluminum foil. Make offer 12 pack reese s milk chocolate peanut butter eggs, 1. The dark chocolate exterior was not too sweet and a bit crispy. Melt the butter with the brown sugar in a saucepan. Purchased a third box of zitners candy butter crack this season first box was fine. Make sure the peanut butter youre using isnt a super greasy peanut butter.
In a medium saucepan over mediumhigh, melt butter and brown sugar together and bring to a boil. While all of zitners eggs are pure pleasure to eat, many favor the butter krak for its uniquely satisfying texture. Remove from pan, separating crackers at once and place on foil to cool. Melt together the sugar and butter in a heavybottomed pot until it comes to a boil, whisking every so often to blend the ingredients. Once it starts to boil, boil for 1 minute only and remove from heat. Its also unique in that its a peanut butter fudge and you throw in some finely crushed saltines. Let stand 5 minutes then spread the melted chocolate over the top. Butter crackers are flaky textured crackers with a subtle and fragrant touch of creamy butter that you can enjoy on its own or with a light sweet or salty topping. This cracker candy is chocolaty, crispy and highly addictive. Pour toffee mixture over crackers, then bake for 6 minutes. Once melted, add brown sugar and turn heat to medium. The crackers give it a fabulous light and crunchy texture.
Dec 17, 2017 easy links to connect with me and see what else is going on with little village homestead. While all of zitners eggs are pure pleasure to eat, many favor the butter krak for. Add crackers, peanut butter, and vanilla, stirring until peanut butter is melted. Bring butter and sugar to a boil and continue boiling for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Dec 09, 2016 in a mediumsized saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar. For many, they are to be shared so that all can enjoy the delight. Place the sugar, butter and milk in a saucepan and heat on medium until it starts to boil. Boil for 3 minutes and stir to keep it from burning. Jan 04, 2016 the treat was invented by company cofounder annie zitner in the 1930s and is unique to zitner, probably because its difficult to make. Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top and place the pan back in the oven for a minute or two to melt the. Remove from heat and pour caramel mixture over the cracker layer. Sift the white spelt flour, white wholewheat flour, oat flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt together. Place peanut butter cracker into the melted chocolate, using a fork flip over, gently lift out and let excess chocolate drip off. We had a mom and pop grocery store when i was growing up in nj and we sold these loose for a nickel.
In a medium sauce pot, melt butter and stir in brown sugar. The following recipe, while not an exact duplicate of zitners butter krak eggs, is still quite good, especially if you use higher end chocolate. Zitners butter krak eggs are a local favorite in philadelphia. Great recipe for old fashioned peanut butter candy. The company is located in philadelphia and incorporated in pennsylvania. Mar 16, 2017 as i mentioned in a post from last year, i have a thing for zitner s butter krak eggs. That s why it s popularly known as christmas crack. Sweet and saltines recipe trisha yearwood food network.
Immediately pour over saltines and spread t cover crackers. They are only released around eastertime each year too, making this a seasonal sweet that diehards clamor for. The saucepan should be an appropriate size for the recipe and match the size of the burner or be slightly undersized to minimize heat fluctuations in the candy. I live only a short drive across the delaware in new jersey, and every year, i always hear about people going crazy for zitners eggs. It was my first time trying zitner s butter krak, but i have heard about them for years. Store, covered in an airtight container in refrigerator. Whatever you call it, todays recipe is the easiest candy ive shared yet. The very first time we had it was that it is made with saltine crackers and the cracker layer ends up somewhere on the bottom and it s salty and crispy versus the brown sugar and butter so the crispy layer of the cracker unique and i enjoy making it i can make pumpkin batches in a night and be up til midnight making candy i cant get away with. Sprinkle chocolate chips, toffee bits and nuts over crackers. Zitner s eggs are all that is right with the world wrapped up in a sweet candy shell. Almond butter crunch nana s famous recipe duration. Dec 07, 2018 this post may contain affiliate links. Cracker candy recipe by tasty food videos and recipes. Cracker peanut butter candy the cracker is the secret.
How to make delicious cracker candy afternoon baking. This foolproof christmas crack recipe is just 4 ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to make. Zitner s butter cream dark chocolate easter egg ooh, i found these zitner s butter cream eggs covered in dark chocolate in the checkout aisle of a new jersey walgreens. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the baked crackers. In our recipe for homemade cracker candy we start with buttery crackers, which add a little bit of saltiness to our sweet confection. Zitners are most known for their butter krak eggs, which are dark chocolate logs filled with a coconut and vanilla buttercream. What do you get when you combine sweet creamery butter, quality dark chocolate, longthread coconut and toasted coconut. Christmas crack saltine cracker toffee video youtube. Check out this super easy chocolate peanut butter ritz crackers recipe.
My kids and grandchildren love this cracker candy recipe. The following recipe, while not an exact duplicate of zitner s butter krak eggs, is still quite good, especially if you use higher end chocolate. Make peanut butter crackers by evenly spreading about 1 12 teaspoon on one side of a saltine cracker then top with another saltine cracker. Homemade candy applesi absolutely can not believe all of the halloween stuff i am seeing everywhere. Pour mixture over crackers and bake in a preheated 350 f oven for 35 minutes.
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