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No Bake Avalanche Cookies

Irresistible No Bake Avalanche Cookies in Just 15 Minutes

Delightful No Bake Avalanche Cookies feature crispy rice cereal, white chocolate, and peanut butter, perfect for quick dessert cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 4 cups crispy rice cereal substitute with puffed wheat or cornflakes for variety
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows use larger marshmallows cut into pieces if mini are unavailable
For the Coating
  • 1 cup white chocolate ensure it's a quality brand for smooth melting, or substitute with dark chocolate for a richer flavor
  • 1 cup peanut butter alternatives include almond butter or sunflower seed butter for nut allergies
For Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips can be substituted with nuts or sprinkles for crunch

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and have all ingredients ready.
  2. Combine the Cereal and Marshmallows: In a large bowl, mix rice cereal and mini marshmallows.
  3. Melt the Chocolate and Peanut Butter: Melt white chocolate and peanut butter together in a double boiler or microwave.
  4. Mix Everything Together: Pour melted mixture over cereal and marshmallows; fold gently.
  5. Shape the Cookies: Spoon clusters onto the lined sheets, forming rounded shapes.
  6. Add Optional Toppings: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips over the cookies while soft.
  7. Chill to Set: Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up the cookies.
  8. Serve and Store: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container. Can freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge for best texture.

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