Description
Nostalgic “Rice Krispie Marshmallow Cookies” blend childhood treats with irresistible sweet comfort. Crispy cereal and gooey marshmallows create a magical dessert perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 1 cup large marshmallows
- ½ cup Rice Krispies cereal
Sweet Ingredients:
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 stick (113 grams / 4 ounces) butter, room temperature
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Create a creamy base by thoroughly blending butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture achieves a light, airy texture.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla extract, mixing until the ingredients are seamlessly combined and the mixture becomes uniform.
- Gradually fold in flour and baking powder, gently stirring to form a soft, pliable dough that holds together easily.
- Utilize a cookie scoop to create uniform portions of dough, ensuring consistent sizing for even baking.
- Carefully position a large marshmallow in the center of each dough portion, then skillfully encase the marshmallow completely by rolling the dough into a smooth ball.
- Generously coat each dough ball by rolling it in Rice Krispies cereal, creating a crisp, textured exterior that will provide a delightful crunch.
- Arrange the prepared cookie balls on the parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them approximately 3 inches apart to allow for proper spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior while maintaining a soft, slightly gooey center.
- Allow the cookies to rest and slightly cool on the baking sheet, enabling the marshmallow to set and the crispy coating to stabilize before serving.
Notes
- Swap marshmallows with vegan marshmallows to create a plant-based version of these delightful cookies.
- For gluten-free options, replace all-purpose flour with a certified gluten-free blend and use gluten-free Rice Krispies.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before shaping to prevent excessive spreading and maintain a thicker cookie structure during baking.
- Store cookies in an a
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg