Description
These Rice Krispie Treat Cookies are a childhood favorite wrapped into one delicious, ooey-gooey cookie! Soft and chewy with a crispy outer layer and a melty marshmallow center, they’re the ultimate treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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1 stick butter, room temperature
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups flour
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 cup Rice Krispies cereal
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1 cup large marshmallows
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Make the Dough:
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In a large bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
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Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
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Stir in flour and baking powder, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
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Shape the Cookies:
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Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough.
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Flatten each portion into a disk and place one large marshmallow in the center.
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Roll the dough into a ball, ensuring the marshmallow is fully covered.
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Roll each ball in Rice Krispies cereal for a crispy coating.
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Bake:
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Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet, 3 inches apart.
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Bake for 12-14 minutes, until golden brown but still gooey in the center.
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Cool & Serve:
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Let cookies cool slightly before enjoying the ooey-gooey goodness!
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Notes
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Make Ahead: Dough balls can be prepped in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
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Extra Crunch: For more crunch, mix an additional 1/4 cup Rice Krispies into the dough.
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Marshmallow Tip: If marshmallows peek out during baking, gently press them back into the cookie while still warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg