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No Bake Avalanche Cookies

Indulge in Easy No Bake Avalanche Cookies Today!

Enjoy these No Bake Avalanche Cookies, a delicious and easy dessert combining crispy rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and fluffy mini marshmallows.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 3 cups Crispy Rice Cereal Substitution: Puffed wheat or cornflakes can be used for different textures.
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows For a firmer texture, fresh marshmallows work best.
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Tip: Choose high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and consistency.
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Substitution: Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free options.
  • ½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips For garnish, adding extra chocolate flavor and a delightful visual appeal.
For Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup Chopped Nuts Tip: Choose your favorites, such as almonds or walnuts, for a unique twist.
  • ½ cup Dried Fruits Suggestion: Try raisins, cranberries, or apricots for additional flavor profiles.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Sprinkle lightly on top before chilling.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler
  • spatula
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for No Bake Avalanche Cookies
  1. Begin by lining two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice cereal and mini marshmallows.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl or a double boiler, melt the white chocolate and peanut butter together over low heat.
  4. Once melted, pour the warm chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal and marshmallow mix.
  5. Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and drop mounds onto the parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until the cookies have fully set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These cookies can be customized with different cereals, nuts, and dried fruits. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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