Avalanche Cookies {No Bake}
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice Krispie cereal
- 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
- 1 pound white chocolate
I use Ghiradelli or Wiltons melting chips.
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
Directions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2
In a large bowl add rice Krispie cereal and marshmallows and mix.
- 3
In a medium bowl add the white chocolate and heat in the microwave for 1 minute. Mix and heat in 15-30 second increments until completely melted.
- 4
Add peanut butter to the melted chocolate and mix until smooth.
- 5
Pour the chocolate peanut butter mixture over the cereal and marshmallows. Mix until well coated.
- 6
Using a spoon. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cereal mixture and place it on the baking sheet. Sprinkle some mini chocolate chips on each cookie.
- 7
Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chocolate is set.
- 8
Store in an airtight container or ziplock bag in the refrigerator.
Avalanche Cookies {No Bake}
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About this Recipe
Looking for a delightful treat that doesn't require an oven? These no-bake Avalanche Cookies are your answer, delivering irresistible flavor and texture without ever turning on the heat. Perfect for those busy summer days when you want a cool treat, or for adding a stress-free option to your holiday cookie platters, these cookies are a true crowd-pleaser.
The magic of these Avalanche Cookies lies in their effortless preparation and simple ingredient list. By combining crispy rice cereal and chewy mini marshmallows with a rich, creamy base of white chocolate and peanut butter, you create a truly satisfying bite. The ultimate benefit is that you achieve a complex flavor and texture profile with minimal fuss, making them a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Prepare for a delightful sensory experience with every bite. You'll encounter the satisfying crunch of rice cereal, followed by the soft, yielding chew of mini marshmallows, all enrobed in a smooth, sweet, and slightly salty coating of white chocolate and peanut butter. The addition of mini chocolate chips provides an extra layer of chocolatey goodness. These cookies are wonderfully sweet and decadent, striking a perfect balance between salty and sugary notes that makes them truly addictive. They set up beautifully, offering a firm yet tender cookie that holds its shape.
Customizing these Avalanche Cookies is incredibly simple. While peanut butter provides a classic flavor, you can experiment with other smooth nut or seed butters if you have dietary preferences. For the mini chocolate chips, feel free to swap them for different chocolate varieties or even add a sprinkle of festive colors for special occasions.
These Avalanche Cookies are ideal for parties, potlucks, or simply as a quick, satisfying dessert during the week. Their no-bake nature makes them a fantastic choice when the oven is occupied or on hot days. Serve them as a standalone treat, or arrange them on a dessert platter for an impressive display.