Description
Delight in these fun and crunchy Rice Krispie Treat Cookies that combine the chewy, buttery goodness of classic cookies with the crispy texture of Rice Krispies cereal and a gooey marshmallow center. Perfectly golden with a sweet, nostalgic twist, these treats are quick to bake and a hit for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 stick butter, room temperature
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Add-ins
- ½ cup Rice Krispies cereal (plus extra for coating)
- 1 cup marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, incorporating air for a light texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and baking powder to the wet mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms with no dry patches.
- Fold in Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal to maintain their crispiness within the dough.
- Shape Cookies with Marshmallow Centers: Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough. Flatten each dough ball in your palm, place one marshmallow in the center, then carefully roll the dough around the marshmallow to enclose it. Roll the dough ball in additional Rice Krispies cereal to coat the exterior.
- Bake: Arrange the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes until the edges turn golden and the centers remain slightly gooey due to the marshmallow.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet so they set up but remain soft. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best texture experience.
Notes
- For extra gooey centers, ensure marshmallows are fully enclosed in the dough to prevent burning.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crispness of the Rice Krispies coating.
- These cookies can be frozen before baking; just thaw and bake as directed when ready.
- Substitute mini marshmallows for the larger ones if desired; adjust portion sizes accordingly.
