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Ritz Cracker Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Hannah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 30 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat featuring crispy Ritz crackers sandwiched with creamy peanut butter, then fully coated in smooth melted white chocolate and finished with festive holiday sprinkles and flaky sea salt. These easy-to-make, festive cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting and require minimal ingredients and effort.

Ingredients

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Crackers and Filling

  • 2 sleeves Ritz Crackers, approximately 60 crackers
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or nut butter of choice)

Chocolate Coating

  • 20 oz. Ghirardelli white chocolate melting wafers
  • 1–2 Tbsp coconut oil (optional, to aid melting)

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup festive holiday sprinkles
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base: Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and lay out one sleeve of Ritz crackers with the flat side facing up. These will form the base of your sandwich cookies.
  2. Add the Peanut Butter: Spread about 2 teaspoons of creamy peanut butter on each cracker. Aim for a thick, even layer to ensure good adhesion and flavor.
  3. Make the Sandwich: Carefully place another cracker on top of the peanut butter layer with the rounded side facing up, creating a cracker sandwich for each cookie.
  4. Melt the Chocolate: Place the white chocolate melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 1-minute intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Optionally, add 1-2 tablespoons of coconut oil to help with melting and create a glossy finish.
  5. Coat the Cookies: Using a fork, dunk each cookie into the melted white chocolate, fully coating it. Tap off any excess chocolate to avoid drips.
  6. Add Toppings: Place the coated cookies back on the parchment-lined sheet. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle festive holiday sprinkles and a pinch of flaky sea salt on top for added flavor and decoration.
  7. Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate coating to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving. Enjoy your festive, crunchy, and sweet holiday cookies!

Notes

  • You can substitute dark chocolate melting wafers instead of white chocolate for a richer taste.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
  • For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://cookesrecipes.com/ritz-cracker-peanut-butter-cookies-recipe/