Little Debbie Star Crunch Recipe
This Little Debbie Star Crunch Recipe is fun, crunchy and sweet. It is a homemade version of the famous snack.
Ingredients
- 3 cups crispy rice cereal
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup caramel sauce
- Optional: sprinkles or chopped nuts for topping
Instructions
Prepare Baking Sheet
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy.
Melt Butter
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
Add Sugar and Corn Syrup
- Add brown sugar and corn syrup to melted butter. Stir and heat for 2–3 minutes.
Add Vanilla Extract
- Remove saucepan from heat. Add vanilla extract. Stir well to combine with the syrup mixture.
Mix With Rice Cereal
- Pour the syrup over crispy rice cereal. Stir gently until cereal is evenly coated.
Spread on Baking Sheet
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Press gently to flatten evenly. Let it cool slightly.
Add Chocolate Layer
- Melt chocolate chips in a small bowl. Pour over cereal mixture. Spread evenly using a spatula.
Drizzle Caramel Sauce
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the chocolate layer. Optional: sprinkle chopped nuts or colorful sprinkles.
Cool Completely
- Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature for 20–30 minutes until firm.
Cut into Pieces
- Once cooled, cut into small rectangles or squares. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use fresh crispy rice cereal for maximum crunch.
- Melt chocolate gently to avoid burning.
- Press cereal mixture firmly on baking sheet for uniform pieces.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Add sprinkles or nuts for extra fun and flavor.