Ritz Cracker Cookies: Easy No-Bake Treats for Everyone

Ritz Cracker Cookies are a delightful no-bake dessert combining crunchy Ritz crackers with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 package Ritz Crackers The star of the show, offering a satisfying crunch.
1 cup Chopped Pecans Adds nuttiness and texture.
1 cup Dried Dates Infuses natural sweetness and chewiness.
1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Serves as a sweetener and binding agent.

For the Frosting

8 oz Cream Cheese The creamy base for the frosting.
1/2 cup Butter Ensures rich and silky frosting.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor profile.
2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting.

Equipment

mixing bowl
medium saucepan
Cookie Sheet
electric mixer
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Base: Lay out a single layer of Ritz crackers on a cookie sheet.
Cook Toppings: Combine chopped pecans, dried dates, and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
Spread Mixture: Spread the thickened pecan-date mixture over each Ritz cracker and cool slightly.
Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Frost Cookies: Spread a generous layer of frosting over each cracker and let set for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Customizable with different nuts and dried fruits.

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