Chocolate Crunch Football Treats
Get ready to score big at your tailgate party with these delightful Chocolate Crunch Football Treats! Made with rich semi-sweet chocolate and crunchy Cocoa Pebbles, these no-bake cookies are as enjoyable to make as they are to eat. Perfectly shaped like footballs and decorated with laces of white gel, they not only taste great but also add a festive flair to your game day spread. Easy to prepare yet impressive in look, these treats are sure to be a crowd-pleaser among fans of all ages!
18
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
6 (chopped)
light corn syrup
1/2 cup
butter
1 tablespoon (unsalted, softened)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
Cocoa Pebbles cereal
4 cups
white decorating gel
to taste
Instructions
1
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped semi-sweet chocolate, light corn syrup, and softened butter.
2
Microwave on High for 2-1/2 minutes, stirring once after 1-1/2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
3
Stir in the vanilla extract until well blended.
4
Gently fold in the Cocoa Pebbles cereal until all the cereal is well coated with the chocolate mixture.
5
Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 minutes for easier handling.
6
Lightly moisten your hands with water and shape the mixture into 18 football shapes, each about 3 inches long.
7
Place the formed cookies on wax paper and let them cool completely until set.
8
Using the white decorating gel, draw laces on each football to give them that authentic look.
9
Let the cookies stand for a few minutes until the gel laces have firmed up before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chocolate Crunch Football Treats?
These are no-bake cookies made with semi-sweet chocolate and Cocoa Pebbles cereal, shaped like footballs and decorated with white gel laces, perfect for game day parties.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 18 football-shaped treats.
Is any baking required for this recipe?
No, this is a no-bake recipe that uses a microwave to melt the ingredients.
What type of chocolate should I use?
The recipe calls for 6 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares that have been chopped.
What cereal is used to provide the crunch?
The treats use 4 cups of Cocoa Pebbles cereal.
How long do I microwave the chocolate mixture?
Microwave the mixture on High for 2-1/2 minutes, stirring once after the first 1-1/2 minutes.
When should I add the vanilla extract?
Stir in the vanilla extract after the chocolate, corn syrup, and butter have been melted and stirred until smooth.
How long should the mixture cool before I shape the footballs?
Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 minutes to make handling easier.
How can I prevent the chocolate mixture from sticking to my hands?
Lightly moisten your hands with water before shaping the cookies into footballs.
What is the recommended size for the football treats?
Each football shape should be approximately 3 inches long.
Where should I place the cookies while they cool?
Place the formed cookies on wax paper to cool completely until set.
How do I create the football laces?
Use white decorating gel to draw the laces on each cookie once they have cooled.
Can I serve the cookies immediately after adding the gel?
It is best to let the cookies stand for a few minutes until the gel laces have firmed up before serving.
What are the main ingredients for this snack?
The ingredients include semi-sweet chocolate, light corn syrup, butter, vanilla extract, Cocoa Pebbles cereal, and white decorating gel.
Does the recipe use salted or unsalted butter?
The recipe specifies using softened unsalted butter.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 total ingredients in this recipe.
Are these treats suitable for a tailgate party?
Yes, their football theme makes them an ideal dessert or snack for tailgates and game day events.
How do I combine the cereal with the chocolate?
Gently fold the Cocoa Pebbles into the chocolate mixture until all the cereal is well coated.
Is there corn syrup in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 cup of light corn syrup.
What kind of bowl is needed for the preparation?
A large microwave-safe bowl is required to melt the chocolate, syrup, and butter.
What flavor are these cookies?
They have a rich chocolate flavor from the semi-sweet baking chocolate and the Cocoa Pebbles cereal.
Can kids help make these treats?
Yes, because they are no-bake and involve shaping the mixture like clay, they are a fun project for fans of all ages.
Is the recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, it is described as an easy to prepare treat that results in an impressive look.
What is the primary texture of the football treats?
They are crunchy treats thanks to the toasted rice cereal used in the mixture.
Do I need to grease the wax paper?
The recipe does not specify greasing the wax paper, as the cookies should release easily once set.
How much butter is required?
You will need 1 tablespoon of softened unsalted butter.
What can I use if I don't have white decorating gel?
While the recipe suggests gel, any thick white frosting or icing could be used to draw the laces.
How should the chocolate be prepared before microwaving?
The semi-sweet chocolate baking squares should be chopped into smaller pieces for even melting.
Are these treats considered a snack or a dessert?
They are categorized as both cookies and snacks, making them a versatile dessert option.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Common tags include cookies, dessert, tailgate, football, chocolate, and no-bake.