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Brown Butter Rice Cereal Marshmallow Cookies

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These cookies combine nutty browned butter, crisp rice cereal, and soft mini marshmallows for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into 16 pieces
  • 2 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 3/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Optional: flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: In a light-colored skillet over medium heat, melt the butter while stirring constantly. After 5 to 8 minutes, it will turn brown and smell nutty. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Whisk dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. Fold in cereal and marshmallows: Add crispy rice cereal and mini marshmallows to the dry mixture and fold gently to keep pieces intact.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk brown butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Make the dough: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a sticky dough forms.
  6. Form cookies: Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and freeze for 1 hour.
  7. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment.
  8. Bake: Arrange frozen dough balls on baking sheets, and bake for 14 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  9. Finish and cool: If using, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top after baking. Cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

For more crunch, fold in cereal just before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: cookies, marshmallow, brown butter, dessert, holiday treats

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