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Star Crunch Cookies

Star Crunch Cookies are a delightful treat that combines chocolate and caramel with crispy rice cereal, perfect for a quick and enjoyable dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups crispy rice cereal Feel free to use other cereals like corn flakes.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup caramel candies Vegan caramel can be used for a plant-based version.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Melted for the mixture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the chocolate chips and caramel candies, mixing until smooth and melted.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, pour the crispy rice cereal and add the chocolate-caramel mixture. Mix well to ensure all cereal is evenly coated.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper and let them cool until firm.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. For extra flavor, toast the cereal beforehand.