Crunchy Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Cookies
Delightful cookies combining chewy chocolate chips and the crunch of Rice Krispies, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and add the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Gently fold in the Rice Krispies and chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Baking
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy the delightful crunch!
Notes
Consider pairing these cookies with vanilla ice cream, cold milk, or fresh fruit for an enhanced treat. For storage, keep cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.