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Buddy the Elf Cookies

Buddy the Elf Cookies: No-Bake Holiday Bliss for Everyone

Buddy the Elf Cookies are whimsical no-bake treats packed with chocolate, marshmallows, and M&Ms, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Mixture
  • 3 cups chow mein noodles Provides a unique crunchy texture; no suitable substitute is recommended.
  • 12 oz white chocolate Acts as the binding agent; prefer white baking chocolate over chips to avoid seizing.
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows Adds delightful chewiness and sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Introduces extra sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup Enhances flavor and visual appeal.
  • 1 cup milk chocolate Melted, provides a rich flavor.
  • 1 cup mini M&Ms Brings color and sweetness.
  • 1 piece chocolate Pop Tart Adds novelty and texture; can be omitted.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles Customize with festive colors.
  • additional drizzle (optional) Consider using caramel or colored candy melts.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • cookie sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Double boiler
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, pour in the chow mein noodles and ensure they are evenly spread out.
  3. Melt the white chocolate over low heat using a double boiler.
  4. Mix in half of the mini marshmallows once the white chocolate is melted.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate and marshmallow mixture over the chow mein noodles and fold gently.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping into haystack forms.
  7. Melt the milk chocolate in the microwave, stirring until fully melted.
  8. Drizzle the melted milk chocolate over each cookie, followed by maple syrup and chocolate syrup.
  9. Add remaining mini marshmallows, M&Ms, and Pop Tart pieces over the cookies while the chocolate is still warm.
  10. Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature until the chocolate firms up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use white baking chocolate instead of chips to prevent burning. For chewiness, mix in larger chopped marshmallows.

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