These delightful Star Crunch Cookies, crafted with minimal ingredients, are a nostalgic treat that will transport you back to your childhood. Ideal for a midday indulgence or a post-dinner delight, these no-bake cookies can be prepared in mere minutes and are simply superb.
Delicious No Bake Star Crunch Cookies
If you’re in search of a simple and delightful cookie recipe, you’ve landed in the perfect spot. These no-bake Star Crunch cookies are an ideal choice for those moments when you yearn for a sweet treat but don’t wish to invest extensive hours in the kitchen. With just a handful of basic ingredients, these cookies swiftly come together and are certain to gratify your sweet cravings. What’s even better is that they can be tailored to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer your cookies chewy or crispy, these no-bake Star Crunch cookies are the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: These melted chocolate chips infuse these cookies with their rich chocolatey goodness.
- Caramel chips: The caramel chips contribute a delightful caramel flavor and assist in binding the cookies together.
- Mini marshmallows: Incorporating mini marshmallows into the mix results in gooey, cohesive cookies.
- Butter: I prefer unsalted butter to maintain a balanced salt level in the Star Crunch cookies.
- Rice Krispie cereal: This is the standard cereal choice for making Rice Krispie Treats, providing the familiar crunch and texture.
How to Make Star Crunch Cookies
Add the ingredients, except the marshmallows to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave at 50% for 1 minute, stir and the continue in 30 second increments until melted and smooth.
Add the marshmallows into the chocolate and microwave for 1 minute.
Add the cereal and mix together well until coated. Let cool for a minute.
Using a measuring cup, scoop the cookie mixture into your hand hand make the balls. Flatten into disks and wait for it to harden.
Can I Make a Double Batch of Cookies?
Creating a double batch of these cookies is a breeze. It won’t require additional time; you simply need to double the ingredients. After doubling the ingredients, the rest of the recipe remains unchanged.
Can I Use Cocoa Krispies?
Certainly, you can substitute Cocoa Krispies for the specified cereal in this recipe. This adjustment will impart a deeper, more intense chocolate flavor to the cookies, and they will be equally delightful. It’s a fantastic variation of the original recipe that’s sure to win over any crowd.
Star Crunch Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgia of your childhood with these delectable homemade Star Crunch Cookies! Crafted with only a handful of ingredients, they make for an ideal afternoon treat or post-dinner dessert. These no-bake cookies effortlessly come together in mere minutes and are utterly delightful.
Servings: 20 servings
Prep: 10minutes mins
Total: 10minutes mins
Ingredients 1x2x3x
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel chips
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp butter salted
- 3 cup Rice Krispie cereal
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat, and set it aside.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, caramel chips, and butter. Microwave the mixture at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir, and then continue microwaving in 30-second intervals at 50% power until the ingredients have melted. Stir until the mixture is mostly smooth.
- Add the marshmallows to the melted chocolate mixture and microwave for an additional 1 minute.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth, then incorporate the rice cereal, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes.
- Using a 1/4-cup measuring cup, scoop the mixture onto your hand, which has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Form it into a ball and then flatten it into discs. Place the formed cookies on the parchment paper to set.
ENJOY!