White Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies

Name: White Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies (No-Bake)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box (20.5 oz) Ritz crackers; 1.5 cups creamy peanut butter; 24 oz vanilla candy coating (almond bark); 1/4 cup red candy melts; 1/4 cup green candy melts; Christmas sprinkles, for topping

White Chocolate Peanut Butter Ritz Cookies are a no-bake holiday treat that pairs salty Ritz crackers with creamy peanut butter filling, dipped in vanilla candy coating and decorated with festive candy melts. They require no oven and come together in minutes.

🌍American 🏷️No-bake cookies 🏷️Peanut butter ritz crackers 🏷️White chocolate 🏷️Christmas cookies Holiday dessert

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🏷️Sweet and salty

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Total

35 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 box (20.5 oz) Ritz crackers
1.5 cups creamy peanut butter
24 oz vanilla candy coating (almond bark)
1/4 cup red candy meltsoptional
1/4 cup green candy meltsoptional
Christmas sprinkles, for toppingoptional

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Instructions

1
Line a large counter space or baking sheets with wax paper.
2
Spread a small amount of peanut butter on a Ritz cracker and top with a second cracker to create a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining crackers.
3
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the vanilla candy coating according to package directions until smooth.
4
Dip each peanut butter cracker sandwich into the melted vanilla coating, using a fork to turn and fully coat it. Tap off any excess.
5
Place the coated crackers onto the prepared wax paper to set.
6
Once the white coating is firm, melt the red and green candy melts in separate small bowls. Transfer to piping bags or squeeze bottles.
7
Drizzle the melted red and green candy over the crackers.
8
Immediately top with sprinkles before the drizzle hardens.
9
Allow the cookies to set completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Let the vanilla candy coating cool slightly on each dipped cookie before adding colored candy melt drizzles to prevent the colors from bleeding together.
Chill assembled peanut butter cracker sandwiches in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before dipping to keep the filling intact and prevent it from separating.
Dip cookies at a slight angle and allow excess coating to drip off for 2-3 seconds before placing on parchment; this prevents pooling and thick coating buildup.
Work in batches of 5-6 cookies when dipping to allow the coating to reset and prevent cookies from sticking together on the baking sheet.

Substitutions

Creamy peanut butter → almond butter or sunflower seed butter (note: will slightly alter flavor profile)
Vanilla candy coating → white chocolate chips melted with 1 teaspoon coconut oil (note: slightly thinner consistency, may require adjustment)
Ritz crackers → Saltine crackers or Club crackers (note: texture will be less buttery)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. No reheating needed; serve chilled or at room temperature.

Equipment

microwave or double boiler (for melting candy coating) · parchment paper

Common Questions

Can I make these ahead for the holidays?

Yes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerate for extended freshness. Assemble and decorate ahead, then store.

What's the best way to melt the vanilla candy coating?

Melt in short 20-30 second microwave bursts, stirring between intervals, to avoid overheating and seizing. Alternatively, use a double boiler over low heat.

Can I substitute the candy melts for different colors?

Yes. Use any candy melt colors you prefer for decoration. White, red, and green work well for Christmas, but any festive or solid color works.

How do I prevent the peanut butter filling from sliding out?

Use a thick, creamy peanut butter (not natural/runny) and don't overfill. Spread about 1 tablespoon per cracker sandwich. Chill briefly before dipping if needed.