Christmas Crack

Directions

1. 1
   Line 1 large or 2 small jelly-roll pans with aluminum foil, spray with nonstick spray and arrange the saltines salt-side down in a single layer.
2. 2
   In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together and boil until it turns a caramel color, about 2-3 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from the heat and add one teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
4. 4
   Pour over the crackers, covering them evenly.
5. 5
   Put the pan into the oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until just bubbly, watching carefully.
6. 6
   Remove from the oven and pour the chocolate chips over the crackers.
7. 7
   When the chips melt a bit, spread them over the crackers with a knife.
8. 8
   Cool completely. You can put the pan into the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to get completely cold.
9. 9
   Break up into pieces. Store in an airtight container.