Instructions
- Prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and powdered sugar until well blended. The mixture should be thick and smooth, making it easy to spread onto the crackers.
- Assemble the cookies. Spread a generous amount of the peanut butter mixture on one Ritz cracker. Top it with another cracker to form a sandwich. Press gently to secure the filling inside. Repeat this process with the remaining crackers until all the peanut butter filling is used up.
- Chill the sandwiches. Place the peanut butter-filled cracker sandwiches on a baking sheet and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes to firm up. Chilling helps the peanut butter mixture set and makes the cookies easier to handle when dipping in chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. The vegetable oil helps the chocolate thin out, making it easier to dip the cookies.
- Dip the cookies. Remove the chilled cracker sandwiches from the refrigerator. Dip each sandwich into the melted chocolate, ensuring the entire sandwich is coated. Gently shake off any excess chocolate, then place the dipped cookies back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Decorate. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the cookies with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes for a decorative touch. The added crunch and color make these treats even more festive and fun!
- Set the chocolate. Let the cookies sit at room temperature or return them to the refrigerator until the chocolate has fully set and hardened.
- Serve. Once the chocolate is firm, the Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies are ready to be served. Place them on a festive platter for your holiday gatherings, or store them in an airtight container for later enjoyment. They make a perfect sweet treat to share!
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