Description
These Rice Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies combine the chewy texture of oats and the crispy crunch of Rice Krispies with the sweet richness of chocolate chips, creating a delightful and unique cookie perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups Rice Krispie cereal
- 1-2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set this bowl aside for later incorporation.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or hand whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and mix well until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can lead to tough cookies.
- Incorporate Oats, Rice Krispies, and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the rolled oats, Rice Krispie cereal, and semi-sweet chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading while baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown, indicating the cookies are cooked through but still soft inside.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set properly.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, slightly underbake and allow to cool on the sheet.
- You can adjust the chocolate chip quantity to your preference, 1 to 2 cups depending on desired chocolate intensity.
- Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Adding a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness is optional but recommended.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
