Description
These Star Crunch Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat combining crispy rice cereal with creamy peanut butter, chocolate, and maple syrup. Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick snack or dessert, they offer a satisfying crunch with rich flavors and require no oven time.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 5 cups Crispy Rice Cereal
- 1 1/2 cups Chocolate Chips
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut Butter (any nut or seed butter can be used)
- 1/4 cup Coconut Oil
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Tray: Line a large baking tray with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the crispy rice cereal and set it aside.
- Melt Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Melt the mixture until fully combined. If using a microwave, heat on medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each to avoid overheating.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the melted liquid mixture over the crispy rice cereal and stir until the dry ingredients are fully coated and incorporated.
- Form Cookies: Using a large spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the lined baking sheet about 2 to 3 inches apart. Gently press each mound to form cookie shapes.
- Set Cookies: Refrigerate the tray until the cookies are firm, about 30-60 minutes, before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or any preferred nut/seed butter.
- For softer cookies, reduce refrigeration time slightly.
- Use dark, milk, or vegan chocolate chips based on dietary preferences.
- Ensure not to overheat the chocolate mixture to prevent burning or grainy texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake cookies, crispy rice, star crunch cookies, peanut butter cookies, easy dessert, chocolate chip cookies
