Cracker Jacks — General recipe

Cracker Jacks

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 905 kcal  · General

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Try this homemade Cracker Jacks recipe the whole family will love. Made with brown sugar, light, oleomargarine and cream of tartar. Easy step-by-step in…

This Cracker Jacks relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as brown sugar, firmly packed, light or dark syrup, oleomargarine and cream of tartar. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 905 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
Servings: persons

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