No Bake Coffee Crunch Krispie (Printable Version)

Crispy coffee-infused treats ready in minutes. Perfect chewy texture with rich espresso flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
02 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
03 - 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans (optional)

→ Coffee Mixture

04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
05 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/4 cup brewed strong coffee, cooled
07 - 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Topping (optional)

10 - 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
11 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil

# Directions:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - In a large bowl, combine Rice Krispies, mini marshmallows, and pecans (if using). Set aside.
03 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add brown sugar, brewed coffee, espresso powder, and salt. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and just begins to bubble (about 2–3 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the hot coffee mixture over the Rice Krispies mixture. Quickly stir with a spatula until everything is evenly coated.
05 - Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Press gently to shape if needed.
06 - Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the cookies.
07 - Chill cookies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in ten minutes flat, no oven required
  • The coffee flavor is somehow rich and subtle at the same time
  • The texture is this perfect collision of crispy, chewy, and crunchy
02 -
  • Work fast once the coffee mixture is ready, because it starts setting up quickly and you want everything evenly coated
  • The cookies need that chill time to hold their shape, so do not try to eat them warm
  • Use a freshly opened box of cereal if possible, stale Rice Krispies make sad cookies
03 -
  • Spray your hands with a little cooking spray before shaping if the mixture is sticking to your fingers
  • The drizzle is optional but highly recommended for the full dessert experience

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