Description
These Rice Krispie Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies, boasting a crispy edge and a chewy center thanks to the addition 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
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
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 smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined. Gently fold in the Rice Krispies cereal.
- Bake: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flatten slightly, and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon almond extract or roll the dough in sugar before baking for a sparkly finish.
- Cookies will be soft in the center and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
