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Muffin Pan White Christmas Crackles

Muffin Pan White Christmas Crackles
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Muffin Pan White Christmas Crackles are a festive and crispy holiday treat made with simple pantry ingredients. These sweet, crunchy bites feature the perfect balance of white chocolate, rice cereal, and desiccated coconut, delivering a delightful melt-in-your-mouth texture with a snowy white appearance. Ideal for sharing, gifting, or enjoying as a seasonal indulgence, this easy-to-make recipe takes under an hour and promises a deliciously satisfying crunch every time.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 3 cups rice cereal (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Mix-ins and Variations

  • Chopped pistachios or almonds (for nutty version)
  • Cinnamon or nutmeg (for spiced twist)
  • Dried cranberries or cherries (for berry surprise)
  • Coconut oil and dairy-free white chocolate chips (for vegan adaptation)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Muffin Pan: Lightly grease your muffin pan or line it with cupcake liners to ensure easy removal and perfectly shaped crackles.
  2. Melt the Butter and White Chocolate: In a double boiler or microwave, gently melt the butter and white chocolate chips together, stirring frequently until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rice cereal, desiccated coconut, powdered sugar, salt, and any optional mix-ins you’d like to include.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the melted butter and white chocolate mixture over the dry ingredients, add vanilla extract, then gently fold everything together until every piece is evenly coated and sticky.
  5. Spoon Mixture into Muffin Pan: Fill each muffin cup with the mixture using a spoon, then press down lightly to compact and form firm, solid crackles.
  6. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the muffin pan for at least 30 minutes to allow the crackles to harden and develop their crisp texture.
  7. Remove and Serve: Carefully remove the crackles from the pan once set, enjoy immediately, or package for gifting.

Notes

  • Use quality white chocolate for smoother and more decadent crackles.
  • Fold gently to avoid crushing the rice cereal and maintain a light texture.
  • Press firmly into the muffin pan cups to help crackles hold their shape.
  • Chill thoroughly to ensure the best crispness and ease of removal.
  • Try festive toppings like shredded coconut, powdered sugar dusting, melted chocolate drizzle, sprinkles, or crushed peppermint candies.

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Keywords: white chocolate crackles, holiday treats, Christmas snacks, gluten free dessert, no bake crackles, festive snack, easy holiday recipe

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