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Let me share one of my favorite holiday treats - Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies! These no-bake bites of joy combine creamy peanut butter and buttery crackers all wrapped in smooth chocolate. We love decorating them with festive sprinkles and crushed candy canes making them as fun to create as they are to eat.
Simple Holiday Magic
What I love about these cookies is how quick and easy they are with just a few ingredients. That perfect combo of salty crackers sweet chocolate and creamy peanut butter is absolutely irresistible. Adding festive decorations makes them perfect for gifting or sharing at holiday gatherings.
What You'll Need
- The Basics:
- Ritz crackers (40 count)
- Creamy peanut butter (1 cup)
- For Dipping:
- White and milk chocolate melting wafers
- Your favorite holiday sprinkles
- Crushed candy canes
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Let's Make Some Magic
- Build Your Sandwiches:
- Spread peanut butter between two crackers make them all cozy.
- Melt the Chocolate:
- Heat your chocolates separately stirring until silky smooth.
- Dip with Love:
- Give each sandwich a chocolate bath let the extra drip off.
- Make Them Festive:
- Sprinkle your decorations while the chocolate's still wet.
- Let Them Set:
- Give them time to firm up room temp or quick chill works.
My Best Tips
Use good quality melting chocolate it makes such a difference. A tiny bit of coconut oil helps regular chips melt better. Need nut-free? Try cookie butter instead. Keep that chocolate warm while dipping just reheat if it gets thick.
Serve and Share
These look beautiful on holiday platters or packed in pretty boxes for gifts. They'll stay perfect at room temp for a week or freeze them for up to 2 months. Just let them thaw before serving.
Quick Answers
- Other buttery crackers work great
- No microwave? Use a double boiler
- Keep everything dry when melting chocolate
- Make ahead up to a week
- Try nuts coconut or chocolate drizzles on top
Sweet Holiday Joy
These little treats have become such a special part of our holiday traditions. They're simple but special bringing smiles with every bite. I hope you'll try them and create your own sweet holiday memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What's the best chocolate to use?
Use melting wafers or baking chocolate for smoothest results. Regular chips need coconut oil added.
- → Can I make these nut-free?
Yes, use sunflower seed butter or cookie butter instead of peanut butter.
- → How long do these keep?
Store in airtight container up to 2 weeks at room temp or 1 month in fridge.
- → Can I freeze these cookies?
Yes, freeze in sealed container up to 3 months. Thaw in fridge.
- → Why isn't my chocolate smooth?
Chocolate may seize if overheated. Melt slowly in short bursts, stirring between.