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Festive Reese Cup Ritz Cracker Cookies

Festive Reese Cup Ritz Cracker Cookies
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Festive Reese Cup Ritz Cracker Cookies are quick and easy bite-sized treats that combine the perfect balance of sweet chocolate and peanut butter with the salty crunch of Ritz crackers. Decorated with colorful sprinkles and holiday candies, these simple cookies are perfect for festive celebrations, gift-giving, or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Ritz Crackers – about 30 crackers
  • Reese’s Miniature Peanut Butter Cups – 30 pieces
  • Colored Sprinkles – 2 tablespoons
  • Miniature M&M’s or Holiday Candy (optional) – 2 tablespoons
  • Wax Paper or Parchment Paper – enough to line baking sheet

Optional Variations

  • White Chocolate Reese’s Cups (optional) – 30 pieces
  • Vegan Peanut Butter Cups (for dairy-free version) – 30 pieces
  • Dairy-Free Sprinkles (for allergy-friendly option) – 2 tablespoons
  • Sea Salt Flakes (optional) – a pinch
  • Peppermint or Cinnamon Flavored Sprinkles (optional) – 2 tablespoons
  • Nut-Free Chocolate Squares or Caramel Candies (for nut-free version) – 30 pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Arrange the Crackers: Place Ritz crackers in a single layer on the lined baking sheet. This will serve as the crunchy base for your cookies.
  3. Bake the Crackers: Bake the crackers for about 5 minutes to slightly toast them and enhance their buttery flavor, but be careful not to burn.
  4. Add Reese’s Cups: Immediately after removing the crackers from the oven, place one miniature Reese’s Cup on top of each cracker. The warmth will gently melt the chocolate, making it easier to shape.
  5. Press With a Spoon: Use the back of a spoon to gently press the Reese’s Cup down until it spreads over the cracker, but does not overflow.
  6. Decorate: Sprinkle the tops with festive sprinkles, miniature M&M’s, or your favorite holiday candy while the chocolate is still soft so they stick.
  7. Cool Completely: Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature or speed up the process in the refrigerator until the chocolate hardens and the treats set.

Notes

  • Choose fresh Ritz crackers for a better texture and flavor.
  • Toast crackers just enough to warm; avoid browning to keep them crisp.
  • Press gently when flattening Reese’s Cups to prevent cracking or mess.
  • Work quickly to decorate while the chocolate is still melted for better adhesion.
  • Use cooling racks for even setting without soggy bottoms.

Nutrition

Keywords: holiday cookies, festive treats, peanut butter cup cookies, easy holiday snacks, sweet and salty cookies, bite-sized cookies

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