“Made this last Christmas for a Christmas party… and it completely stole the show.” 🎄✨
I wasn’t sure how it would go when I first put this out on the dessert table. There were cookies, cakes, and trays of store-bought sweets everywhere. But within minutes, people kept circling back to this. By the end of the night, the dish was scraped clean, and I had four people asking for the recipe before they even put their coats on.
This has officially become my go-to Christmas party recipe. It’s rich without being overwhelming, festive without being fussy, and easy enough that you don’t feel stressed making it during the busiest time of the year. If you need something that looks impressive, tastes homemade, and disappears fast — this is it.
Why everyone loves this recipe
Perfect for Christmas parties, potlucks, and family gatherings
Easy to make ahead of time
Crowd-pleasing flavors that both kids and adults love
No complicated steps or fancy equipment
Always gets compliments (and recipe requests!)
I’ve made this for neighbors, coworkers, and family, and every single time someone says, “This tastes like Christmas.” It’s the kind of dessert that feels nostalgic, cozy, and celebratory all at once.
Ingredients
1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 sleeve crackers or cookie base (depending on preference)
2 cups chocolate chips
Optional toppings: chopped nuts, festive sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or a drizzle of white chocolate
How to make it
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Arrange the crackers or cookie base evenly on the tray.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring until smooth and bubbly.
- Pour the hot mixture evenly over the base and spread gently.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let them melt, then spread evenly.
- Add your favorite toppings for a festive touch.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Tips for the best results
Let it cool fully before cutting for clean pieces
Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh
Customize toppings to match your party theme
Double the batch — trust me, you’ll need it
This recipe has become a Christmas tradition in our house, and I already know it’ll be on the table again this year. If you’re looking for something simple that delivers big reactions, this is the one to save.
🎄 If you love easy holiday recipes, drop a “YUM” in the comments or save this for later!
You’ll be so glad you did when Christmas rolls around again ❤️