These Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cracker Cookies are the easiest sweet-and-salty treat you’ll ever make – no baking, just dip, chill, and enjoy.
If you love the sweet-and-salty combo, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cracker Cookies are about to become your new obsession.
They start with buttery Ritz crackers, filled with a creamy peanut butter mixture, and then dipped in melted chocolate until completely coated. Think of them as a cross between a cookie, a candy, and your favorite childhood snack.
What I love most about this recipe
No oven. No complicated steps. Just simple ingredients layered together in the most addictive way. The crackers stay perfectly crisp, the peanut butter center is smooth and lightly sweetened with powdered sugar, and the chocolate sets up into a beautiful, glossy coating.
I love making these around the holidays, for game nights, or anytime I need a quick dessert that looks like I spent way more time on it than I actually did. They’re perfect for cookie trays, gift boxes, or to stash in the fridge “for emergencies.” Kids can help assemble the sandwiches, and you can customize them with different types of sprinkles or chocolate.
If you’re looking for a no-bake treat that absolutely no one can resist, you cannot go wrong with a batch of these chocolate peanut butter Ritz cracker cookies.
What You’ll Need
milk chocolate chips – This is your chocolate coating. Milk chocolate keeps things sweet and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with peanut butter and the salty crackers.
creamy peanut butter – The base of your filling. Creamy peanut butter gives you a smooth, rich center that sticks the crackers together and brings that classic peanut butter flavor.
powdered sugar – Powdered sugar lightly sweetens the peanut butter and makes the filling thicker and creamier, so it doesn’t ooze out of the sides. Sifting helps avoid lumps.
Ritz crackers – The crunchy, salty star of the show. Ritz crackers add that signature buttery, salty bite that makes these so addictive. Two crackers make one sandwich cookie.
Tips & Tricks for Perfect Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cracker Cookies
- Chill the sandwiches before dipping.
This step keeps the peanut butter filling firm so it doesn’t slide out into the chocolate and makes everything easier to handle. - Use creamy peanut butter.
A regular creamy peanut butter (like Skippy or Jif) works best. - Melt the chocolate gently.
Use low heat and stir often. Overheating can cause the chocolate to seize or become grainy. - Work in batches if needed.
If your kitchen is warm, keep half the sandwiches in the fridge while you dip the others to keep them firm. - Dress them up.
While the chocolate is still wet, you can sprinkle the tops with crushed peanuts, sea salt, or holiday sprinkles for extra flair. - Storage tip.
Store the cookies in an airtight container. They’re great at room temperature in a cool place or in the fridge if you like a firmer bite.
FAQ – Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cracker Cookies
1. Can I use dark or semi-sweet chocolate instead of milk chocolate?
Yes! You can use milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips, or even a mix. Just keep the quantity the same. Darker chocolate will make them less sweet and richer.
2. Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
You can. Crunchy peanut butter will add more texture to the filling. Just make sure it’s still spreadable enough to sandwich between the crackers.
3. Do I have to use a double boiler to melt the chocolate?
A double boiler is safest, but you can also use the microwave: heat the chocolate chips in 20–30 second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth. Just be careful not to overheat.
4. How long do these cookies keep?
Stored in an airtight container, they’ll keep for about 5–7 days at room temperature (in a cool spot) or in the fridge. They’re great for making ahead.
5. Can I freeze them?
Yes. Once the chocolate is fully set, you can freeze the cookies in an airtight container with parchment between layers. Thaw in the fridge or at room temperature before serving.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cracker Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 32 Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, add the creamy peanut butter and sifted powdered sugar. Whisk or stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined. It should be thick but spreadable.
- Lay out 32 Ritz crackers on a clean surface, flat side down. Spread a small amount of the peanut butter mixture onto half of the crackers, leaving a little space around the edges.
- Top each filled cracker with another cracker to form a sandwich. Gently press together so they stick. Place the peanut butter cracker sandwiches onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and chill the sandwiches for about 30 minutes, until the filling is firm.
- While the sandwiches chill, place the milk chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water (double boiler). Stir frequently until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Remove the chilled cracker sandwiches from the freezer. Using a small pair of tongs, a fork, or tweezers, dip each sandwich into the melted chocolate, turning to coat it completely.
- Let any excess chocolate drip off, gently shaking or tapping on the side of the bowl, then place the coated sandwich back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Repeat with the remaining sandwiches until all are coated in chocolate.
- Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature until the chocolate is fully set and dry to the touch, about 1 hour. You can place the tray in the refrigerator to speed up the setting time if desired.
- Once the chocolate is set, carefully peel the cookies off the parchment. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Chilling the peanut butter cracker sandwiches before dipping helps the filling firm up and makes dipping easier.
- You can use semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate if you prefer a less-sweet cookie.
- For extra flair, sprinkle the tops with crushed peanuts, flaky sea salt, or sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature (in a cool place) or in the refrigerator for 5–7 days. Cookies can also be frozen for longer storage.