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Little Debbie Star Crunch

Little Debbie Star Crunch Made Easy – A Chocolatey Nostalgia!

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these easy homemade Little Debbie Star Crunch cookies, combining chocolate, Rice Krispies, and caramel.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ½ cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter plus a pinch of salt.
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa can offer a smoother taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Espresso Powder Optional for a kid-friendly version.
  • 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated milk is a potential substitute.
For the Chewy Mix
  • 1 cup Soft Caramels Any soft variety, like Werther’s, works well.
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Regular marshmallows can substitute if needed.
For the Crunch
  • 4 cups Rice Krispy Cereal Swap for any crispy puffed rice cereal if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for an exciting twist.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, melt ½ cup of salted butter over medium-low heat until completely melted, stirring occasionally. Whisk in ½ cup cocoa powder and 1 teaspoon espresso powder until smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Slowly pour in 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk while whisking continuously. Cook for 2-3 minutes until well blended and glossy.
  3. Add 1 cup of soft caramels, stirring constantly as they melt into the mixture, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add in 2 cups of mini marshmallows, stirring until they are completely melted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ensuring there are no lumps.
  6. Fold in 4 cups of Rice Krispies until evenly coated, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper and drop mounds of the mixture onto the sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm up.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to melt the butter and cocoa consistently for a smooth texture. Store cookies properly to maintain freshness.

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