Crunchy Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Cookies

Introduction

Crunchy Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Cookies offer an irresistible blend of classic chocolate chip cookie flavor with a surprising crispy crunch from puffed rice cereal. This recipe is a must-make for anyone who loves cookies bursting with texture and delicious chocolate in every bite. These cookies are quick to prepare, bake up beautifully, and are perfect for sharing (or hoarding for yourself!).

The Secret Behind the Crunch

What sets these cookies apart is the addition of Rice Krispie cereal to the dough, which brings an airy crispness to every bite without overpowering the rich, buttery dough and melty chocolate chips. The flavors and textures work in harmony, making these cookies especially appealing to both kids and adults. Bake them for parties, school snacks, or any time you’re craving a cookie with a little something extra.

Mixing and Measuring the Ingredients

Accurate measurements are key to cookie success. Using a digital kitchen scale such as the Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display ensures every cup and teaspoon is on point, resulting in consistently tender and crisp cookies. Remember, creaming the butter and sugars until light is crucial for that classic chewy texture.

Baking Your Cookies to Crispy Perfection

For best results, bake the cookies on a lined sheet to prevent sticking and promote even browning. Lining your tray with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll allows easy removal and less cleanup. Use cooled pans for subsequent batches to keep the cookies from spreading too much and losing their shape.

Portion, Shape, and Store with Ease

A sturdy food storage solution like Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) keeps your fresh cookies crunchy for several days. When portioning dough, a kitchen scale or cookie scoop ensures perfectly even cookies that bake uniformly.

Irresistible Variations and Serving Tips

These cookies are delicious as-is, but you can level them up by stirring in a handful of chopped nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking. Serve them with a cold glass of milk in an insulated tumbler like the Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz, Rose Quartz, or turn them into ice cream sandwiches for a next-level treat.

Nutritional Information and Yield

This recipe makes about 24 medium-sized cookies. Each cookie contains approximately 120–140 calories, depending on additions and choice of chocolate. They’re a crunchy, sweet treat you’ll find hard to resist!

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy cookie removal and less mess.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. A handheld mixer or stand mixer works well; for precise ingredient amounts, use a digital kitchen scale.
4. Add eggs one at a time to the wet mixture, beating after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually beat in the dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips and Rice Krispie cereal, being careful not to crush the cereal.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. For uniform cookies, use a scale or a cookie scoop.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are just set. Cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store leftover cookies in airtight storage containers to keep them fresh and crunchy.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 32 minutes

Crunchy Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Cookies (Recap)

These cookies combine gooey chocolate, buttery dough, and crisp rice cereal in every bite — a playful twist on a timeless favorite. Simple to make and sure to bring a smile to any cookie lover’s face, Crunchy Chocolate Chip Rice Krispie Cookies are your go-to for bake sales, lunchboxes, or anytime you want a little crunch with your chocolate.