RICE KRISPIE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
These Rice Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies add a fun and unexpected crunch to your classic chocolate chip cookie recipe. The crispy rice cereal gives these cookies a unique texture that's both chewy and crunchy, making them a delightful treat for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add chocolate chips and Rice Krispies: Stir in the chocolate chips and Rice Krispies cereal.
- Chill dough (optional): Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This will help prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bake cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Rice Krispies: Use regular Rice Krispies cereal, not the flavored varieties.
- Chocolate Chips: You can use milk chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, or dark chocolate chips.
- Chilling: Chilling the dough is optional, but it helps to prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Baking Time: Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven. Keep an eye on the cookies and remove them when the edges are golden brown.