Lucky Charms no bake cookies take me straight back to Saturday mornings in our kitchen. When I was growing up, my mom would let me sneak a handful of cereal while she melted butter in a big pot on the stovetop. That sweet marshmallow smell filling the air? I can still remember it. My mom always said, “Low heat keeps it soft,” and trust me on this, that’s the trick. These lucky charms no bake cookies are chewy, colorful, and set up beautifully without ever turning on the oven.
No-Bake Lucky Charms No Bake Cookies
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cookie scoop (2 tablespoons)
- Parchment Paper
- baking sheet
- Measuring tools
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows about 4 cups
- 5 cups Lucky Charms cereal reserve ½ cup for folding in last
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup white chocolate chips optional drizzle
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt butter completely.
- Add mini marshmallows and stir gently until just melted and smooth. Do not overheat.
- Remove from heat immediately. Stir in vanilla and salt.
- Fold in 4½ cups Lucky Charms cereal gently until coated.
- Add remaining ½ cup cereal and lightly fold to keep marshmallows visible.
- Scoop 2-tablespoon mounds onto parchment-lined sheet.
- Let set at room temperature for 20 minutes, or refrigerate 15 minutes for quicker setting.
- Texture cue: They should feel soft and slightly springy, not hard or compact.
Notes
Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days. Freezing:
Freeze up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature. Humidity Tip:
In humid climates, chill 25–30 minutes to prevent stickiness. Troubleshooting:
- Too hard? Marshmallows overheated. Use lower heat next batch.
- Too sticky? Chill longer.
- Soggy cereal? Stir gently and remove from heat sooner.
- Want firmer texture? Add ½ cup melted white chocolate.
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Conclusion
Between you and me, Lucky Charms no bake cookies are the kind of treat my mom would make when she wanted something quick but still fun. That gooey marshmallow base reminds me of colorful no-bake treats whenever I’m in a playful mood. If you enjoy cereal-inspired desserts, you might also like crunchy no-bake cereal cookies or other nostalgic sweet treats. Trust me, these disappear fast, especially when kids are nearby.