No-Bake Christmas Crunch Cookies

Ingredients

• 1½ cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips

• ½ cup peanut butter (or sunflower butter if needed)

• 3 cups crispy rice cereal

• 1 cup mini marshmallows

• ½ cup red & green M&M’s or holiday sprinkles

• Optional: ¼ cup crushed pretzels or chopped nuts (only if everyone can have them)

Instructions

1. Melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together

   • Microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth

   • Or melt gently on the stovetop with adult supervision

2. Mix the cereal into the melted chocolate until fully coated.

3. Fold in marshmallows and M&M’s (and any optional add-ins).

4. Scoop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper.

5. Chill in the fridge for about 20–30 minutes, or until firm.

6. Enjoy! 🎅

Tips & Variations

• Use white chocolate and add crushed candy canes for extra holiday flavor

• Drizzle with melted chocolate on top for decoration

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week

If you want, I can help you make a nut-free, vegan, or extra-crunchy version 😊