Description
Delight in these no-bake Star Crunch Cookies, featuring a rich blend of melted chocolate, caramel, and buttery marshmallows mixed with crispy Rice Krispie cereal. Perfectly chewy and crunchy, these treats are quick to prepare and require no oven time, making them an ideal sweet snack or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel chips
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 3 cups Rice Krispie cereal
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Surface: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside to ensure the cookies won’t stick once formed.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, caramel chips, and salted butter. Microwave on 50% power for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring after each, until the mixture is mostly smooth and fully melted.
- Add Marshmallows: Stir in the mini marshmallows to the melted chocolate mixture and microwave for an additional 1 minute. This will melt the marshmallows and create a sticky, gooey base.
- Mix in Cereal: Stir the mixture until smooth, then fold in the Rice Krispie cereal until all pieces are uniformly coated. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, which will make it easier to handle.
- Form Cookies: Lightly spray your hands with nonstick cooking spray. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop a portion of the mixture, roll it into a ball with your hands, then flatten it into a disc shape. Place each cookie on the prepared baking sheet to set and harden.
Notes
- You can substitute salted butter with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt if preferred.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each disc before setting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Ensure hands are sprayed with nonstick spray to prevent sticking while shaping the cookies.
- Microwave power settings vary; adjust heating time accordingly to avoid burning the chocolate.
