Salted Caramel Bites

 
What You Need:

• 4 cups oyster crackers

• 3/4 cup brown sugar

• 3/4 cup butter

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or paste

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Techniques for Crafting Salted Caramel Bites:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Set the oven to 350°F.

2. Prepare the Baking Sheet:
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and spray it with nonstick cooking spray.

3. Spread the Crackers:
   Evenly distribute 4 cups of oyster crackers on the prepared baking sheet.

4. Make the Caramel:
   In a large pan, melt 3/4 cup of butter over medium heat. Add 3/4 cup of brown sugar and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Stir until the brown sugar dissolves.

5. Boil the Mixture:
   Once the mixture starts to boil, increase the heat. Stir continuously as it bubbles and lightens in color, which should take about 3-4 minutes.

6. Coat the Crackers:
   Quickly remove the caramel from heat and pour it over the crackers. Use a rubber spatula to gently mix until all crackers are evenly coated.

7. Add Salt:
   Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of kosher salt over the coated crackers.

8. Bake:
   Bake for 8-10 minutes, keeping an eye on the crackers to prevent burning.

Enjoy your delicious salted caramel bites!