Ritz Cookies with Peanut Butter and Chocolate Recipe
Delicious and easy no-bake Ritz Cookie sandwiches made with creamy peanut butter and coated in rich melted chocolate. These bite-sized treats are perfect for snacking or dessert and can be customized with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt or colorful sprinkles for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 sandwich cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cookies
- 48 Ritz crackers
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
For the Chocolate Coating
- 2 3/4 cups chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Flaky sea salt
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper to prevent the cookies from sticking after dipping in chocolate.
- Make Sandwich Cookies: Place 24 Ritz crackers on the lined baking sheet spaced apart. Spoon about 1/2 tablespoon of creamy peanut butter onto the center of each cracker. Gently press another cracker on top to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining crackers to form all the sandwiches.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil if using. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring well between each burst, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt using a double boiler to avoid overheating.
- Dip the Sandwiches: Using two forks, carefully drop each peanut butter sandwich into the melted chocolate, turning it to coat completely. Lift the coated sandwich with one fork, tapping gently on the bowl’s edge to remove excess chocolate.
- Decorate and Set: Transfer the dipped cookies onto the lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with flaky sea salt and/or sprinkles if desired. Continue dipping all cookies until finished.
- Let Chocolate Harden: Allow the dipped cookies to sit at room temperature until the chocolate coating hardens. To speed up the process, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for easy spreading and best texture.
- Coconut oil is optional but helps create a smoother chocolate coating.
- Microwaving chocolate in short bursts while stirring prevents clumping and graininess.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated to keep chocolate firm.
- You can substitute semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate chips depending on preference.
Keywords: Ritz cookies, peanut butter sandwich cookies, no-bake cookies, chocolate dipped cookies, easy desserts
