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Gluten-Free Christmas Cracker Toffee Cookies

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Meet your new favorite Christmas cookie!
Christmas cracker toffee + gluten-free brown butter chocolate chip cookies= a match made in HEAVEN! These cookies won my neighborhood cookie competition last year up against all non-GF cookies!
My #1 tip - freeze the dough balls before baking! This creates the best cookie texture and is worth the wait. This is also great for making these cookies in advance!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

Christmas Crack

  • 1 package Schar Gluten-Free Table Crackers
  • 1 cup (227g) butter, 2 sticks
  • 1 cup (213g) brown sugar
  • 2 cups (240g) semisweet chocolate chips I recommend Guittard or Ghirardelli
  • flaky salt for sprinkling

Dry Ingredients

  • 2⅔ cups (400g) gluten-free measure-for-measure flour
  • ½ cup (50g) almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Other Ingredients

  • 1 cup (227g) butter, 2 sticks
  • 2 tablespoons milk of choice
  • cup (320g) brown sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (127g) chocolate chips
  • flaky salt for sprinkling optional

Instructions

Make the Gluten-Free Cracker Toffee

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with with foil and spray with cooking spray
  • Place the crackers in a single layer on the baking sheet. You may not use all the crackers.
  • Place the butter and brown sugar in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil. Boil for 3 minutes.
  • Pour the brown sugar mixture over the crackers and spread with a spatula to coat. Bake for 3-5 minutes, or until the butter and sugar mixture begins to bubble.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and immediately scatter the chocolate chips over the top. Place the pan back in the oven for another 2-3 minutes to melt the chocolate.
  • Using an offset spatula, spread the melted chocolate over the crackers. Sprinkle with flaky salt.
  • Transfer the pan to the refrigerator for about an hour, or until the mixture is set. Alternatively, you can place it in the freezer for quicker setting, for about 30 minutes.
  • Once the crack has set, chop half of it into small ¼-½-inch squares and chunks. You want a variety of chunks and crumbs. You also won’t use all the crack for the cookies, so enjoy the extra as a treat!

Make the Cookies

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the butter is melted and begins to foam, stir continuously to prevent the milk solids from sticking to the skillet. The butter will change from yellow to golden brown quickly and will have a nutty aroma. Remove from the heat and immediately pour into a medium bowl.
  • Add the milk, brown sugar and granulated sugar to the brown butter. Whisk to combine.
  • Whisk in the egg and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  • Using a rubber spatula, mix in the dry ingredients until well-combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and about 2 cups of the chopped Christmas crack (save chunks for topping the cookie dough balls).
  • Scoop the cookie dough into round balls, about 2 tablespoons per ball. Then press 2-3 chunks of the toffee into the top of each cookie.
  • Here's my #1 tip - freeze the cookie dough balls for a 2 hours (or up to 3 months). Freezing the dough balls will yield the perfect texture and flavor once the cookies are baked!
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 11-13 minutes, banging the pan halfway through to flatten the cookies. Bake until the edges are golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Press more toffee chunks or chocolate chips into the cookies, if desired. Sprinkle with flaky salt. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

    • For dairy-free cookies: Use dairy-free butter, milk, and chocolate chips. Be sure to use a high-quality dairy-free butter for best results.
    • To store: Store cookies in an airtight container for up to five days.
    • To make-ahead/freeze: Freezing cookie dough balls in advance allows the dough to firm up, which helps the cookies hold their shape while baking. It also enhances the flavor as the ingredients have more time to meld together. Plus, having pre-portioned dough ready to go makes it easy to bake fresh cookies anytime! These cookies can be stored in a freezer-safe bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 432mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 669IU | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 2mg