In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine:
Sweetened condensed milk
Butter
Brown sugar
Stir constantly and bring to a gentle simmer.
3️⃣ Simmer Until Thickened
Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until mixture turns light golden and coats the back of a spoon.
❌ Don’t walk away — it can burn quickly!
4️⃣ Add Spices & Nuts
Reduce heat to low.
Whisk in:
Milk
Vanilla
Cinnamon & nutmeg
Stir in chopped pecans.
Cook 2 more minutes, stirring, until thick and glossy.
5️⃣ Top the Crackers
Remove from heat.
Use a greased cookie scoop or spoon to drop a small mound of warm caramel-pecan mixture onto each cracker.
✅ Grease the scoop/spoon with butter or non-stick spray — prevents sticking.
6️⃣ Cool & Set
Let sit at room temperature 30+ minutes until fully cooled and set.
For faster setting, place in fridge for 15 mins.
7️⃣ Store & Serve
Gently break apart and store in an airtight container.
Keep at room temp up to 1 week.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
At holiday parties or potlucks
Gifted in mason jars with a festive tag
Paired with coffee or spiced tea
🌈 Variations & Pro Hacks
🌱 Gluten-Free? Use gluten-free butter crackers (like Schär Table Crackers)
🥜 Nut Swap: Try walnuts, almonds, or macadamia nuts
🔥 Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of cayenne or espresso powder
🧊 Make-Ahead Magic: Keeps 1 week at room temp — no refrigeration needed
❄️ Freeze It? Not recommended — texture changes when thawed
🍯 Extra Crunch? Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before cooling
🧠 Why This Works So Well
Sweetened condensed milk + butter = foolproof caramel base without crystallization
Simmering slowly = smooth, thick texture that sets perfectly
Toasted pecans = deep, nutty flavor that balances sweetness
Ritz crackers = buttery foundation that holds up without getting soggy
It’s not magic — it’s candy-making genius made simple. ✨
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Things Are Simple & Sweet
You don’t need a long ingredient list or hours in the kitchen to make something truly special.
Just good butter, real sugar, and love.
These Pecan Dandy Do’s prove that the most beloved treats are often the simplest — where every bite tastes like comfort, care, and childhood joy.
So next time you want to bake something beautiful…
Grab that saucepan.
Whip up this easy recipe.
And let your kitchen fill with the scent of vanilla, cinnamon, and home-baked happiness.
Because sometimes, happiness comes one cracker at a time. 💛
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