Description
These Rice Krispie Potato Chip Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic treat, combining the gooey sweetness of marshmallows with the salty crunch of wavy potato chips and crispy rice cereal. Quick to make, these no-bake cookies offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for an easy snack or party bite.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 8 cups mini marshmallows, divided (6 cups + 2 cups)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 5 cups wavy potato chips
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside so your cookies won’t stick as they cool.
- Measure Ingredients: Measure out all your ingredients before starting, as you will need to work quickly once you begin mixing.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add 6 cups of mini marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring continuously until they’re fully melted. Keep the heat steady at medium/low to avoid burning the marshmallows.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt, mixing well to distribute the flavors.
- Mix in Dry Ingredients: While the mixture is still hot, quickly fold in the rice cereal, potato chips, and the remaining 2 cups of marshmallows. Stir until everything is well combined and coated. It’s okay if the potato chips get crushed for a more bite-sized texture.
- Shape Cookies: Using a spoon, scoop about 3 tablespoons of the warm mixture and place in mounds onto the prepared baking sheets. Repeat until all the mixture is used. Shape them gently into mounds for even cookies.
- Cool and Set: Allow the cookies to cool and harden at room temperature before serving. This helps them set and hold their shape.
Notes
- Work quickly when mixing since the marshmallow mixture hardens as it cools.
- Use wavy potato chips for extra crunch and texture contrast.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent them from becoming stale or sticky.
- For an added twist, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of the cookies before they set.
