By Becky Hardin
Updated Dec 11, 2025
These fun Avalanche Cookies are one of my go-to holiday treats! They’re made with just five simple ingredients—Rice Krispies, melted white chocolate, milk chocolate, and peanut butter—and every time I whip up a batch, I’m reminded why I love them so much. When I need a quick, no-bake dessert that still feels festive and delicious, this is always the recipe I reach for.
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No Bake Avalanche Cookies
This 5-ingredient no-bake avalanche cookie is one of the most decadent no-bake treats in my dessert repertoire. I’ve taken melted white chocolate and peanut butter and blended them with crispy rice cereal and soft and chewy marshmallows. It doesn’t get any better than this! Believe me—it’s the ultimate treat when I’m looking for a quick and easy dessert.
Tips for Beginners
- Swap the white chocolate chips . You could use milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips for a chocolatey cookie.
- Change up the peanut butter . Feel free to use a different butter, such as almond butter, Biscoff, or sunflower seed butter, if you need a peanut-free cookie.
- If you can’t find mini marshmallows . Use regular-sized marshmallows cut into quarters.
- For more texture. Try adding chopped nuts, such as peanuts or almonds.
- Shape to your liking . For a domed shape, use a cookie scoop to scoop the cookies. For flatter cookies, use a drinking glass or the palm of your hand to gently press down on the cookies.
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- ▢ 12 oz. white chocolate chips 340g (1 bag)
- ▢ ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter 180g
- ▢ 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal 56g
- ▢ 1 cup mini marshmallows 43g
- ▢ ¼ cup mini chocolate chips 44g, optional
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Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
- In a double boiler, melt the white chocolate, being careful not to overheat it as it will separate. Whisk in the peanut butter and remove the mixture from the heat. 12 oz. white chocolate chips, ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
- While the chocolate is melting, combine the cereal and marshmallows in a large mixing bowl. 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal, 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Pour the hot peanut butter-chocolate mixture over the contents of the bowl. Gently mix until everything is well coated.
- Working quickly, use a medium cookie portion scoop to drop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each cookie, if desired. ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- Allow the cookies to set for at least 2 hours, until hardened.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Baking Sheet
- Cookie Portion Scoop
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make No-Bake Avalanche Cookies Step by Step
Gather your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
Melt the white chocolate and peanut butter : Melt 12 oz. white chocolate in a double boiler, being careful not to overheat it, as it will separate. Whisk in ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter and remove from the heat.
Combine cereal with marshmallows: While the chocolate is melting, combine 2 cups Rice Krispies with 1 cup mini marshmallows in a large mixing bowl.
Combine the wet and dry mixtures: Pour the hot chocolate/peanut butter mixture over the contents of the bowl. Gently mix until everything is well coated.
Portion the cookies: Working quickly, before the chocolate sets, use a medium cookie portion scoop to drop clusters of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Sprinkle and set: Sprinkle the clusters with ¼ cup mini chocolate chips, if you’d like. This is optional, but I like to make them this way.
Allow the cookies to set for at least 2 hours, until hardened and then enjoy.
How to Store
Avalanche cookies can be made up to 5 days in advance. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Store leftover avalanche cookies in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If your kitchen is hot or humid, it is best to store these in the refrigerator. Enjoy at room temperature.
Freeze avalanche cookies in an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
Serving Suggestions
One of my favorite things about entertaining over the holidays is creating the most decadent cookie platter. These no-bake avalanche cookies almost always make an appearance along with my old-fashioned hermit cookies , our family-favorite Italian anise cookies , and no platter is ever complete without a chocolate cookie, so these chocolate butter cookies are a must.
more holiday cookies
Molasses Cookies
Pignoli Cookies (Pine Nut Cookies)
Linzer Cookies
Chocolate Gooey Butter Cookies – Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
Trademark Note : In the spirit of transparency, I want to note that Rice Krispies are a trademarked product. Kellogg’s is a proprietary brand that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.
No-Bake Avalanche Cookies
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Baking Sheet
- Cookie Portion Scoop
Ingredients
- 12 oz. white chocolate chips 340g (1 bag)
- ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter 180g
- 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal 56g
- 1 cup mini marshmallows 43g
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips 44g, optional
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
- In a double boiler, melt the white chocolate, being careful not to overheat it as it will separate. Whisk in the peanut butter and remove the mixture from the heat. 12 oz. white chocolate chips, ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
- While the chocolate is melting, combine the cereal and marshmallows in a large mixing bowl. 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal, 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Pour the hot peanut butter-chocolate mixture over the contents of the bowl. Gently mix until everything is well coated.
- Working quickly, use a medium cookie portion scoop to drop the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each cookie, if desired. ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- Allow the cookies to set for at least 2 hours, until hardened.
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
