Description
These Rice Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the classic crunch of Rice Krispies cereal with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips to create a delightful twist on traditional cookies. Perfectly crispy on the edges and chewy in the center, these cookies offer a fun texture and sweet flavor that is sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Add-ins
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create the perfect cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract thoroughly until well combined, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing which could make the cookies tough.
- Fold in Rice Krispies and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the Rice Krispies cereal and semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough, being careful not to crush the cereal to maintain its crunch.
- Portion Dough: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading while baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown, signaling they are done.
- Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing breakage.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the cookies warm or store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is fully softened to achieve a fluffy creamed mixture.
- Do not overmix the dough once the dry ingredients are added to prevent tough cookies.
- Gently folding in the Rice Krispies helps keep the cereal intact for added crunch.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cookie removal and clean-up.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.
