Description
These Rice Krispie Potato Chip Cookies combine the classic chewy sweetness of marshmallow and crispy rice cereal with a salty crunch of wavy potato chips, creating a uniquely delicious sweet-and-salty snack cookie. Quick to prepare and no oven baking required, these cookies offer a fun twist on traditional Rice Krispie treats with an irresistible flavor and texture contrast.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 cups mini marshmallows, divided (6 cups + 2 cups)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Mix-ins
- 5 cups wavy potato chips
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside to prevent cookies from sticking as they cool.
- Measure Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients before beginning, as the mixture needs to be worked with quickly once the marshmallows melt.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add 6 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted, maintaining medium/low heat to prevent burning.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute flavors.
- Combine Mix-ins: While the mixture is still hot, fold in the rice cereal, potato chips, and the remaining 2 cups of marshmallows until well combined and coated. It’s fine if the potato chips get crushed for a bite-sized texture.
- Form Cookies: Using a spoon, scoop about 3 tablespoons of the warm mixture and place mounds onto the prepared baking sheets. Gently shape them into cookie mounds for uniformity and even cooling.
- Cool and Set: Allow the cookies to cool and harden at room temperature before serving so they hold their shape and texture.
Notes
- Work quickly once the marshmallows melt as the mixture sets fast.
- Use wavy potato chips for extra crunch and flavor contrast.
- For easier handling, lightly grease your spoon or wet your hands when forming the cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep fresh up to 3 days.
- Optional: Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to customize flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
