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Ritz peanut butter cookies are one of those no-bake treats that somehow feel nostalgic, indulgent, and dangerously easy all at once. Made with buttery Ritz crackers, creamy peanut butter, and a smooth chocolate coating, these little sandwich cookies come together fast and disappear even faster.
They’re perfect for the holidays, gifting, or those moments when you want something sweet without turning on the oven. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and a payoff that feels way bigger than the work involved.
If you love easy no-bake desserts like this, you’ll also want to check out my caramel pretzel bark, graham cracker Christmas crack, and peppermint bark, all perfect for the holidays or anytime a chocolate craving hits.
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These Ritz cracker cookies remind me of the kind of treats you’d find at a holiday party growing up, simple, nostalgic, and somehow always the first thing to disappear. I didn’t grow up in American but we had something super similar and I was obsessed with them as a kid! Now as an adult I restarted making them when I needed a quick dessert that didn’t involve baking or chilling for hours. Seriously they’re one of my go-to recipes when I want something that feels homemade but low effort.
They’re especially great if you’re baking with your children or grandchildren, because there’s no oven involved and the steps are super forgiving. Plus, dipping cookies in melted chocolate is always a win.
Why this Ritz Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies Recipe works
- Buttery Ritz crackers give the perfect salty crunch
- Creamy peanut butter creates a rich, balanced center
- Chocolate melting wafers set smoothly without tempering
- Chilling the sandwiches first makes dipping clean and easy
- They store well in an airtight container and travel beautifully
Table of Contents
- Why this Ritz Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies Recipe works
- Ingredient notes & swaps
- How to make Ritz peanut butter chocolate sandwiches Step-By-Step
- Tips for smooth chocolate dipping
- Optional variations for these Ritz Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
- How to store & gift
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Ritz Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwiches Recipe
Ingredient notes & swaps
You’ll find the full ingredients in the recipe card, but here are a few helpful tips:
- Ritz crackers: Use classic Ritz, their buttery flavor is key here.
- Peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter works best for a smooth sandwich cookie. Natural peanut butter can be too oily.
- Chocolate: Melting wafers are my preferred choice, but semisweet chocolate chips or white chocolate chips also work if melted gently.
- Coconut oil: Just a little helps the chocolate stay glossy and prevents chocolate scorch.
If you want to switch things up, you can absolutely use almond butter or even cookie butter in place of peanut butter.
How to make Ritz peanut butter chocolate sandwiches Step-By-Step
This is a quick look at the process, scroll to the recipe card for exact measurements.
- Spread about a tablespoon of peanut butter onto the center of each cracker, then top with another cracker to form a sandwich.
- Freeze briefly so the peanut butter firms up, this keeps crumbs out of your chocolate.
- Melt the chocolates with a little coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler, stirring often and scraping the inside of the bowl.
- Dip each sandwich using forks or a dipping tool, letting excess chocolate drip off the bottom of the tines.
- Transfer the chocolate-dipped cookie to a parchment paper–lined baking sheet and chill until set. That’s it. No oven, no stress.
Tips for smooth chocolate dipping
- For less chocolate, scrape the bottom of the cookie lightly on the side of the bowl.
- Chill the sandwiches first! Tt makes a huge difference.
- Use a medium heat-proof bowl and melt chocolate slowly.
- Tap the fork gently on the rim of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
- If the chocolate thickens, rewarm it on a low setting.
Optional variations for these Ritz Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
- Use chocolate almond bark for a slightly firmer shell
- Sprinkle sea salt flakes or sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets
- Drizzle white chocolate over milk chocolate (or vice versa)
- Turn them into Christmas treats with festive sprinkles (like I did here!)
How to store & gift
Store these Ritz cracker sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze them for longer storage, just let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
For gifting, layer them with wax paper or parchment paper in a tin or cellophane bag. They hold their shape well and won’t melt easily if kept cool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! These are perfect make-ahead treats. Make them up to a week in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
No, but they’re the easiest option. Chocolate chips work too — just melt gently and add coconut oil to keep the chocolate smooth.
This usually means the chocolate got too hot or seized slightly. Melting slowly and stirring often helps prevent this.
Absolutely. Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a container. Thaw briefly before serving.
Ritz Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 48 Ritz crackers
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- 8 oz milk chocolate melting wafers Read notes
- 8 oz white chocolate melting wafers Read notes
- 2 tsp coconut oil divided (1 tsp per chocolate)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Spread about 1 teaspoon of peanut butter onto the flat side of a Ritz cracker.48 Ritz crackers, ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- Top with another cracker to form a sandwich. Repeat with remaining crackers.
- Place the sandwiches in the freezer for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
- In two separate microwave-safe bowls, melt the milk chocolate wafers with coconut oil and white chocolate wafers with some coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.8 oz milk chocolate melting wafers, 8 oz white chocolate melting wafers, 2 tsp coconut oil
- Dip each sandwich into the chocolate of choice, tapping off excess.
- Place back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Top with sprinkles before the chocolate hardens.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes, or until fully set.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
