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No Bake Avalanche Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

No Bake Avalanche Cookies are a delightful, quick treat combining crispy rice cereal, mini marshmallows, creamy peanut butter, and smooth white chocolate. These no-bake cookies are easy to prepare and perfect for when you want a sweet snack without turning on the oven. Optionally topped with mini chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture, they set in the refrigerator for a chewy, melt-in-your-mouth experience.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Crispy Rice cereal
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 lb white chocolate

Optional Topping

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside to keep the cookies from sticking once dropped.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups of crispy rice cereal and 1 cup of mini marshmallows, mixing gently to evenly distribute.
  3. Melt White Chocolate and Peanut Butter: Using a double boiler, gently melt 1 lb of white chocolate with 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter until smooth and fully combined. Alternatively, melt in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  4. Combine Mixture: Pour the melted white chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cereal and marshmallows. Stir carefully until all pieces are thoroughly coated.
  5. Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon, drop portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart to avoid sticking.
  6. Add Optional Topping: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each cookie if desired, pressing lightly so they adhere.
  7. Set Cookies: Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator and chill until the white chocolate is set and the cookies have firmed up, about 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days in a cool place.
  • Refrigeration is not strictly necessary, but cookies may become sticky if kept in a warm environment.
  • Using a double boiler ensures the white chocolate melts smoothly without burning.
  • These cookies make a great quick dessert or snack and are perfect for kids to help make.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 141
  • Sugar: 11.8 g
  • Sodium: 56.6 mg
  • Fat: 8.6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14.7 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 2.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 3.7 mg