Little Debbie Star Crunch Recipe
This homemade version of Little Debbie Star Crunch combines rich chocolate, creamy caramel, and gooey marshmallows with crispy Rice Krispy cereal for a nostalgic and decadent treat. Perfect for snack time or a sweet dessert, these no-bake clusters come together quickly on the stovetop and chill to set into delicious bite-sized cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 24 clusters 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chocolate Caramel Mixture
- ½ cup salted butter
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon espresso powder
- 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
- 20 soft caramels (such as Werther’s)
- 5 ½ cups mini marshmallows (about 1 10 oz. bag)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cereal
- 5 cups Rice Krispy cereal
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate base: In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt together the salted butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and espresso powder, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk: Whisk the sweetened condensed milk into the melted mixture until fully combined and smooth.
- Melt the caramels: Add the soft caramel candies to the pot and stir constantly until the caramels have completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Incorporate marshmallows: Add the mini marshmallows and continue mixing until they melt and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
- Finish the mix: Remove the pot from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract. Then fold in the Rice Krispy cereal until it is evenly coated with the chocolate caramel mixture.
- Form the clusters: Line two baking pans with parchment paper. Use a large cookie scoop to portion out the mixture onto the parchment paper, forming individual cookies.
- Chill: Place the baking pans in the refrigerator and let the clusters set for 30 minutes to 1 hour until firm.
- Serve and store: Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container. The treats will keep fresh for up to three days.
Notes
- For best results, use soft caramel candies that melt easily, such as Werther’s Original.
- You can substitute vanilla extract with a teaspoon of rum or bourbon extract for a flavor twist.
- Press the clusters gently with a spatula if you want them to be flatter and more uniform.
- Store the treats in a cool place or refrigerator to prevent melting.
- These treats are best consumed within three days for optimal freshness.
Keywords: Little Debbie Star Crunch, Rice Krispy treats, chocolate caramel snacks, no bake cookies, caramel marshmallow cereal clusters
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