Description
These Rice Krispie Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies, with the added crunch of Rice Krispies cereal. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups Rice Krispies cereal
For Rolling (Optional):
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Add Rice Krispies: Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until evenly distributed.
- Form and Bake: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and, if desired, roll them in extra granulated sugar. Place on the prepared baking sheet, flatten slightly, and bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor and crunch, mix in ½ cup shredded coconut or white chocolate chips.
- These cookies freeze well—store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
