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Homemade Star Crunch Cookies Recipe

Homemade Star Crunch Cookies Recipe
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These Homemade Star Crunch Cookies combine the delightful flavors of semi-sweet chocolate, salted caramel, and marshmallows with crispy rice cereal for a sweet and chewy treat reminiscent of your favorite childhood snack.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Mixture

  • ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup salted caramel chips (Hershey brand recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted or salted, no margarine)

Mix-ins

  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 2 cups Rice Krispy cereal

Instructions

  1. Melt Chocolate and Caramel: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, salted caramel chips, and butter. Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second increments at 50% power, stirring until the mixture is mostly smooth and melted (approximately 2 minutes total).
  2. Add Marshmallows: Without stirring, add the mini marshmallows to the melted chocolate mixture. Microwave for an additional 1 minute, allowing the marshmallows to soften.
  3. Mix and Incorporate Cereal: Stir the mixture until smooth, even if a few marshmallows remain partially intact. Gently fold in the Rice Krispy cereal until fully coated. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes until warm to touch.
  4. Shape Cookies: Spray your hands with nonstick cooking spray. Scoop the mixture using ¼ cup measurements, roll into balls, then flatten into discs. Avoid pressing too firmly to keep cookies from becoming hard. Place shaped cookies on parchment paper to set and harden.
  5. Optional Bar Formation: Alternatively, press the mixture into a loaf pan to create bars. Allow to cool and set before slicing.

Notes

  • If using salted caramel chips from brands other than Hershey, the saltiness level may vary; adjust accordingly.
  • Ensure microwaving at 50% power to avoid burning the chocolate and caramel chips.
  • Rolling hands lightly sprayed with cooking spray prevents sticking.
  • Do not over-press the cookies to maintain a chewy texture.
  • Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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