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    Oatmeal Rice Krispie Cookies Recipe

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    Rice Krispie Oatmeal Cookies - a sweet cookie that's soft with a little crunch from the rice krispies cereal. Easy to make and delicious!

    rice krispie oatmeal cookies on a cooling rack

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    Ingredients for Oatmeal Rice Krispie Cookies

    • butter
    • vanilla extract
    • egg
    • sugar
    • brown sugar
    • all purpose flour
    • baking soda
    • baking powder
    • old fashioned oats
    • rice krispies cereal
    • white chocolate chips (optional)

    Add-Ins for Oatmeal Cookies with Rice Krispies

    • dark chocolate chips
    • caramel chips
    • coconut flakes
    • raisins
    ingredients for rice krispie oatmeal cookies

    How to Make Oatmeal Rice Krispie Cookies

    Detailed instructions and measurements are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the butter, vanilla extract, and egg.
    3. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and oats. Stir until fully combined and then add to the butter mixture.
    4. Blend together until fully mixed. Fold in the Rice Krispies & white chocolate chips if using.
    5. Using a cookie scoop, scoop rounded balls of dough onto a silicone or parchment-lined baking sheet.
    6. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool 1 minute on the baking sheet and then transfer to a cooling rack to completely cool.
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    ingredients for rice krispie oatmeal cookies
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    scooped cookies on a baking sheet

    Tips & Tricks for Oatmeal Rice Krispie Cookies

    • It's important that your butter is softened. It will not mix properly with the vanilla extract and egg.
    • You can also make this in a stand mixer rather than an electric hand mixer.
    • The white chocolate chips are optional. If you prefer a sweeter, richer cookie then I would suggest adding them. If you don't, I would recommend leaving them out.
    • Follow the recipe exactly as written. With baking, even the slightest changes can change the entire result.
    • Don't over bake them! You can take a soft cookie to a crunchy one rapidly by over baking.

    FAQ for Cookies with Rice Krispies and Oatmeal

    What size cookie scoop should I use?

    I use this one in the 2 tablespoon size.

    What baking sheet do you use?

    I use these. I replace them every couple of years because they get used and abused so frequently in our home. They last a while with regular use!

    Will the Rice Krispies stay crunchy in Oatmeal Rice Krispie cookies?

    The rice krispies will stay crunchy in oatmeal rice krispie cookies. They will have the crunch the cereal is known for.

    What can I substitute for Rice Krispies in cookies?

    I don't recommend substituting rice krispies in these cookies. I've tried several alternatives and they ultimately alter the taste and texture.

    What makes a cookies soft and chewy or crispy?

    The fat content and sugar content will determine whether a cookie is soft and chewy or crispy. The more fat and sugar content, the chewier it will be. It's also determined by how long the cookies are baked.

    rice krispie oatmeal cookies on a cooling rack

    Alterations for picky eaters

    • There's really no alterations here! I recommend making them exactly as written.

    Alterations to lower calories or WW points

    • When it comes to cookies, I recommend just going with the full fat, full calorie version. You can attempt to replace with sugar substitutes, but I've found you don't get the same results.

    Storing Rice Krispie Oatmeal Cookies

    I highly recommend storing them in an airtight container. As cute as cookie jars can be, I recommend sticking with only an airtight container. It will keep them soft and delicious much longer.

    Can I freeze the dough?

    Yes, you can freeze the dough. You can wrap it in cling wrap and store in an airtight container, or you can scoop the dough individually. If scooping individually, add them to a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and once frozen, transfer them to an airtight container.

    Can I freeze the cookies?

    You can freeze baked cookies. Place them on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer. Once they are frozen, transfer them to an airtight container.

    You may also like

    • Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
    • Christmas Sugar Cookies (the perfect cut out cookies)

    rice krispie oatmeal cookies on a cooling rack

    Oatmeal Cookies with Rice Krispies

    Kara - Sweetly Splendid
    4.84 from 6 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Cookies
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 cookies
    Calories 99 kcal
    Protein 1 g

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup butter softened
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 egg
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • ½ cup packed brown sugar
    • 1 ½ cup all purpose flour
    • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ cup old fashioned oats
    • ½ cup rice krispies
    • ½ cup white chocolate chips optional

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    • In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the butter, vanilla extract, and egg.
    • In a separate bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and oats. Stir until fully combined and then add to the butter mixture.
    • Blend together until fully mixed. Fold in the Rice Krispies & white chocolate chips if using.
    • Using a cookie scoop, scoop rounded balls of dough onto a silicone or parchment-lined baking sheet.
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool 1 minute on the baking sheet and then transfer to a cooling rack to completely cool.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Oatmeal Cookies with Rice Krispies
    Serving Size
     
    1 cookie
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    99
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    4
    g
    6
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    13
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    18
    mg
    6
    %
    Sodium
     
    41
    mg
    2
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    14
    g
    5
    %
    Fiber
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Sugar
     
    7
    g
    8
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Keyword cookies, dessert, rice krispies
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    1. Kieran

      December 30, 2021 at 8:47 am

      5 stars
      I love how this website is laid out, your instructions are clear and the recipes are even better thank you.

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      • kara

        December 30, 2021 at 10:32 pm

        That is a huge compliment!! Thank you so much. I try to keep the reader in mind with everything I do. I appreciate it!

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