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Copycat Star Crunch Recipe

Just like the childhood Little Debbie's treat, this no bake Copycat Star Crunch recipe is simple to make with less than 10 ingredients!
4.84 from 6 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: copycat star crunch
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 22
Calories: 199kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup salted butter
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon espresso powder
  • 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
  • 20 soft caramels
  • 5 ½ cups mini marshmallows
  • 5 cups puffed rice cereal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a large pot, add the butter, cocoa powder, and espresso powder. Melt over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Whisk in the sweetened condensed milk until combined.
  • Add in the caramels and stir until completely melted and smooth. Add in the marshmallows and mix unit melted and smooth.
  • Remove from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract. Add in the cereal and fold until the cereal is evenly coated with the mixture.
  • Line 2 baking pans with parchment paper and use a large cookie scoop to scoop out the cookies onto the parchment and gently press down into a flatter shape.
  • Place in the refrigerator and allow to set for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Serve immediately or place in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 604IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 2mg