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Copycat Star Crunch Cookies Recipe

4.5 from 133 reviews

These Copycat Star Crunch Cookies are a delightful treat combining crispy rice cereal coated in a rich blend of chocolate and caramel. Perfectly sweet and crunchy, they make a great snack or dessert that’s quick to prepare and requires no baking.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups rice cereal
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel bits or soft caramel candies
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for smoother caramel melt)

Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate and caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and caramel bits. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Optionally, add butter for extra creaminess.
  2. Mix with cereal: Pour the melted chocolate and caramel mixture over the rice cereal in a large bowl. Gently fold until all cereal pieces are evenly coated.
  3. Form cookies: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into rounds or clusters, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Chill: Refrigerate the formed cookies for at least 1 hour or until firm and set.
  5. Serve: Once chilled, remove from the fridge and enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

  • Use plain rice cereal for the best texture; puffed rice works as well but might be less crisp.
  • If you prefer, substitute semisweet chocolate with dark or milk chocolate according to your taste.
  • Chilling time can be extended for firmer cookies.
  • To prevent sticking, use parchment paper or silicone mats when shaping cookies.

Keywords: Copycat Star Crunch Cookies, rice cereal cookies, chocolate caramel cookies, no bake cookies, crunchy chocolate caramel treats