Description
These Chocolate-Dipped Ritz Cracker Cookies are a delightful no-bake treat combining the salty crunch of Ritz crackers with creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate coating. Perfect for holiday treats or an easy dessert, they offer a delicious balance of flavors and textures with an optional festive touch of sprinkles or sea salt.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sandwiches
- 40 Ritz crackers
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
For the Chocolate Coating
- 12 ounces semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Optional Toppings
- Festive sprinkles or sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Sandwiches: Spread about 1 teaspoon of peanut butter evenly onto the flat side of 20 Ritz crackers. then place another cracker on top to form a sandwich. Arrange the sandwiches on a baking sheet and chill in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each, until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
- Dip the Sandwiches: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each peanut butter sandwich into the melted chocolate, turning it to coat completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated cookie on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle festive sprinkles or a pinch of sea salt on top if desired for extra flavor and decoration.
- Chill to Set: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the chocolate-dipped sandwiches for 20 to 30 minutes or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve: Enjoy these cookies chilled or at room temperature for a perfect sweet and salty snack.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter to accommodate nut-free preferences.
- For a delicious flavor twist, spread a thin layer of raspberry jam on the Ritz cracker before adding the peanut butter and assembling the sandwich.
