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Almond Bark Cookies from Shirley Johanson
Almond Bark Cookies are a nostalgic no-bake treat blending sweet, crunchy, and chewy textures. This easy-to-make cookie uses melted almond bark as the base, mixed with mini marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, and Kix for a unique crunch. Often made during holidays or potlucks due to their simplicity and crowd-pleasing flavor, these cookies are dropped by spoonfuls onto wax paper and left to set, making them an ideal make-ahead treat. The handwritten notes hint at their experimental origins and a fondness for tweaking the recipe to match personal taste or available pantry items.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Set Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 108 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb almond bark (white or vanilla)
  • 1½ cups mini marshmallows
  • 2 cups Kix cereal
  • 2 cups Rice Krispies cereal
  • ½ cup salted peanuts

Instructions
 

Step 1: Melt Almond Bark

  • Break almond bark into chunks.
  • Melt over low heat using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine mini marshmallows, Kix, Rice Krispies, and salted peanuts.

Step 3: Combine with Almond Bark

  • Pour melted almond bark over the dry mix.
  • Stir gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients.

Step 4: Shape and Cool

  • Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper.
  • Allow to cool and harden at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.

Tips

  • Add dried cranberries or raisins for a chewy contrast.
  • Use dark chocolate almond bark for a richer cookie.
  • Swap Kix for Cheerios, Rice Krispies, or Corn Flakes.
  • Stir in shredded coconut for extra texture.
  • Add a pinch of salt or flaky sea salt for balance.
  • Mix in crushed pretzels for a salty-sweet combo.
  • Drizzle finished cookies with melted chocolate to decorate.
  • Add 1 tsp vanilla for a more rounded flavor.
  • Replace nuts with pumpkin or sunflower seeds for nut-free households.
  • Chill the mixture briefly before dropping if it’s too runny.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 46mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 210IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 2mg
Keyword almond bark, cereal cookies, easy dessert, heirloom recipe, holiday candy, no bake cookies, nostalgic treat, vintage recipe
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