White Chocolate Marshmallow Avalanche Cookies combine creamy peanut butter, smooth white chocolate, crispy cereal, and soft mini marshmallows in every bite. These no bake cookies come together fast and set into thick, sweet clusters. Each bite delivers crunch and gooey texture with rich flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No oven required
- Creamy and crunchy texture
- Gooey mini marshmallows
- Ready in 30 minutes
- Perfect for parties or gifting
Preparation and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Stir peanut butter into melted white chocolate until fully combined.
- Fold in crispy rice cereal gently.
- Let mixture cool slightly so marshmallows do not melt.
- Stir in mini marshmallows.
- Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet.
- Chill 20 minutes or until firm.
White Chocolate Marshmallow Avalanche Cookies set once the white chocolate firms.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled for best texture. Stack on dessert trays or package in clear bags for easy homemade gifts.
Quick Tips or Variations
- Add mini chocolate chips for contrast.
- Use pastel marshmallows for spring parties.
- Drizzle melted dark chocolate on top before chilling.
FAQs
Why are avalanche cookies called avalanche cookies?
The white chocolate coating creates a snowy appearance similar to an avalanche.
Do marshmallows melt in avalanche cookies?
If added too soon, they melt. Let the mixture cool slightly before stirring them in.
Do these cookies need refrigeration?
Yes. Chill until firm and store in the refrigerator.
How long do avalanche cookies last?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Conclusion
White Chocolate Marshmallow Avalanche Cookies deliver creamy peanut butter flavor, sweet white chocolate, and soft marshmallow texture in a simple no bake treat. Make a batch and enjoy an easy homemade dessert anytime.
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PrintWhite Chocolate Marshmallow Avalanche Cookies
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
White Chocolate Marshmallow Avalanche Cookies that are creamy, crunchy, and no bake with gooey marshmallows.
Ingredients
2 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
1. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Melt white chocolate chips in microwave.
3. Stir in peanut butter until smooth.
4. Fold in crispy rice cereal.
5. Cool slightly and stir in marshmallows.
6. Drop spoonfuls onto sheet.
7. Chill 20 minutes until firm.
Notes
Add marshmallows after mixture cools slightly.
Store in refrigerator.
Freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
