Q: Can I use other cereals?
A: Yes! Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Corn Flakes, or even Cocoa Krispies work—but Rice Krispies give the classic light crunch.
Q: Why did my cookies spread too much?
A: Butter may have been too soft, or dough wasn’t chilled. For thicker cookies, chill dough 15 mins before baking.
Q: Are these gluten-free?
A: Use GF flour and certified GF Rice Krispies (regular contain malt flavoring from barley).
Q: Can I make them vegan?
A: Yes! Use flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water), vegan butter, and dairy-free chocolate chips.
A Cookie Full of Joy
These Rice Krispie Chocolate Chip Cookies aren’t just dessert—they’re a celebration of texture, nostalgia, and playful baking. They’re the kind of treat that makes someone say, “What’s that crunch? I love it!”—and then reach for a second (and third) cookie.
So grab that yellow box of cereal, soften that butter, and bring a little snap, crackle, and pop to your next batch of cookies. Because sometimes, the best recipes are the ones that don’t take themselves too seriously—but still taste absolutely delicious.
Have you baked with cereal before? Do you love crunchy surprises in your cookies?
Share your favorite mix-in in the comments! And if this recipe just upgraded your cookie game, pass it on to a fellow baker who believes dessert should always be fun. 🍪✨💛
