Ritz Cracker Cookies with Peanut Butter and Chocolate Recipe
These Ritz Cracker Cookies are a simple, delightful treat featuring crispy Ritz crackers sandwiched with creamy peanut butter and coated in rich chocolate. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, they combine salty, sweet, and crunchy elements in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Ritz crackers – 24 crackers
- Peanut butter – 1 cup (creamy or crunchy as preferred)
- Chocolate – 12 oz (semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Prepare the cracker sandwiches: Spread about 1 teaspoon of peanut butter evenly on one Ritz cracker. Top with another cracker to create a sandwich. Repeat until all crackers are paired.
- Melt the chocolate: Using a double boiler or microwave, gently melt the chocolate until smooth and glossy, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Dip the sandwiches: Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each peanut butter cracker sandwich fully in melted chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Set the cookies: Place the dipped sandwiches on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened completely.
- Serve and store: Once set, the cookies can be served immediately or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- You can use crunchy or creamy peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute chocolate chips with dairy-free or vegan chocolate.
- If desired, add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the melted chocolate before it sets to enhance flavor.
- Make sure the peanut butter is not too runny to prevent the sandwiches from becoming soggy.
- The cookies can also be stored in the freezer for longer preservation.
Keywords: Ritz cracker cookies, peanut butter cookies, chocolate dipped cookies, quick dessert, no-bake cookies, easy holiday treats
