Gooey & Chewy: The Ultimate Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies Recipe

Prepare for a delightful trip down memory lane with these **Irresistible Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies**! This recipe combines the vibrant, playful crunch of Fruity PEBBLES™ cereal with a soft, buttery sugar cookie dough, all wrapped around a perfectly gooey, melting marshmallow core. Every bite offers a burst of nostalgic cereal flavor, a satisfying chew from the cookie, and the irresistible surprise of a warm, melty marshmallow. They’re more than just cookies; they’re a celebration of childhood joy, bringing together colorful fun and an explosion of delightful textures.

Why These Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies Are a Must-Try

If you’re looking for a dessert that’s both fun to make and incredibly satisfying, these **Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies** are your answer. Here’s why they’ll quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection:

• **Quick & Easy One-Bowl Wonder:** Forget complicated recipes! These delightful treats come together in a single bowl, minimizing cleanup. With just 9 simple ingredients, you’ll be amazed at how fast these colorful **cereal cookies** are ready for the oven.
• **No Chilling Required – Ready in Under 30 Minutes:** This is truly an easy cookie recipe, perfect for those spontaneous baking cravings. Unlike many cookie doughs, this one requires no chilling, meaning you can mix, stuff, and bake these vibrant cookies in half an hour or less. Instant gratification guaranteed!
• **A Burst of Nostalgic Flavor:** The combination of crisp Fruity PEBBLES™ Cereal and soft, gooey marshmallows will transport you straight back to childhood. It’s a playful and delicious way to enjoy a classic cereal in a brand new, exciting format.
• **Uniquely Fun & Creative Dessert:** Stand out from the usual cookie crowd with this innovative use of cereal. Just like our popular Lucky Charms Cookies, these **Fruity Pebble stuffed cookies** offer a unique flavor profile and a captivating visual appeal that makes them perfect for parties, bake sales, or a special everyday treat.
• **Effortless Stuffed Cookie Perfection:** Mastering the art of the stuffed cookie has never been easier. This recipe simplifies the process, making it a joy to create these magically filled treats. If you loved our Oreo Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies, you’ll adore this fruity, marshmallowy twist.

Essential Ingredients for Your Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies

Gathering your ingredients is the first step to creating these delicious **Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies** with their irresistible gooey centers. Here’s what you’ll need:

• **Softened, Unsalted Butter:** Starting with room temperature butter is crucial for achieving that light, fluffy texture when creamed with sugar. Unsalted butter gives you control over the overall saltiness of your cookies.
• **Granulated Sugar:** Provides the sweetness and contributes to the classic sugar cookie base.
• **Fruity PEBBLES™ Cereal:** The star ingredient! Its small, colorful pieces integrate beautifully into the dough without needing to be crushed. You can also experiment with other fruit-flavored crispy cereals for a similar effect, but Fruity Pebbles offer that iconic, vibrant taste and appearance.
• **Large Marshmallows:** These are key for the gooey surprise center. We’ve found that softer, store-bought brands like Baker’s Corner Marshmallows from Aldi tend to flatten and melt perfectly within the cookies, creating that desirable gooey texture. Some brands can hold their shape too well, so softer varieties are preferred over denser ones or even homemade marshmallows for this specific application.
• **Large Egg (Room Temperature):** Helps bind the dough and adds richness. Room temperature eggs combine more smoothly with other ingredients.
• **Vanilla Extract:** Enhances the overall flavor profile, adding a warm, sweet note that complements the fruity cereal.
• **All-Purpose Flour:** The structural base of your cookies. Ensure you measure it correctly (preferably by weight) to prevent dense or dry cookies.
• **Baking Soda:** Acts as a leavening agent, helping the cookies spread slightly and achieve a soft, chewy texture.
• **Salt:** Balances the sweetness and enhances all the other flavors in the cookie.

See the full recipe card below for precise measurements and detailed instructions.

Fun Substitutions & Creative Variations

These **Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies** are already amazing, but here are some ideas to customize them and explore new flavor combinations:

• **Mini Marshmallow Magic:** If you don’t have large marshmallows or prefer smaller pockets of goo, you have two options. You can either stuff 3-4 mini marshmallows into the center of each cookie dough ball, ensuring they’re fully enclosed, or for a different texture, mix a cup of mini marshmallows directly into the cookie dough during the last mixing step. This creates a more distributed marshmallow experience throughout the cookie.
• **Cereal Swap Adventures:** Don’t limit yourself to Fruity Pebbles! The possibilities are endless for creating different **cereal cookies**. Try swapping in other beloved crispy cereals like Cinnamon Toast Crunch for a warm, spicy twist, or Golden Grahams for a graham cracker-like flavor. Just remember to lightly crush larger cereals so the pieces are roughly the size of Fruity Pebbles for optimal incorporation and texture. Other fun options could include Cap’n Crunch Berries or Cocoa Pebbles for a chocolatey version.
• **Add White Chocolate Chips:** For an extra layer of sweetness and texture, fold in ½ cup of white chocolate chips into the cookie dough along with the cereal. White chocolate pairs beautifully with the fruity notes.
• **Glaze or Drizzle:** Once cooled, you could drizzle these cookies with a simple vanilla glaze (powdered sugar + milk/cream) or even a melted white chocolate drizzle for an extra touch of elegance and sweetness.

This recipe has been thoroughly tested as written. If you experiment with substitutions or variations, we’d love to hear how they turned out! Please share your creative ideas in the comments section below to inspire other bakers.

Step-by-Step: How to Make Gooey Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies

Creating these vibrant and delicious **marshmallow stuffed cookies** is simpler than you might think. Follow these easy steps to bake your own batch of nostalgic goodness:

Step 1: Create the Flavorful Base. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with the granulated sugar and ½ cup of Fruity PEBBLES™ cereal. Use an electric mixer to cream these ingredients together on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes, until the mixture is light, fluffy, and the cereal is visibly integrated. Next, add the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix at this stage.

Step 2: Fold in Dry Ingredients & More Cereal. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until the dry ingredients are just incorporated, being careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies. Finally, gently fold in an additional 1 cup of Fruity PEBBLES™ cereal. This ensures a generous amount of cereal flavor and visual appeal throughout your cookie dough.

Step 3: Stuff with Marshmallow Goodness. Take a 3-4 tablespoon portion of the cookie dough (a cookie scoop is great for consistency). Flatten this dough ball into a disc in the palm of your hand. Place one large marshmallow in the center of the disc. Carefully wrap the cookie dough completely around the marshmallow, pinching the edges together to fully enclose it. Ensure there are no gaps for the marshmallow to escape during baking.

Step 4: Coat & Bake to Perfection. Roll the marshmallow-stuffed cookie dough ball in the remaining Fruity PEBBLES™ cereal. This adds an extra layer of vibrant color and a delightful crunch. Place the coated cookie dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, ensuring they are spaced at least 3 inches apart to prevent them from spreading into each other. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set and the marshmallow just begins to peek through any cracks. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Patience is key for that perfect gooey center!

Expert Baking Tips for the Best Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies

Achieving bakery-quality **Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies** is easy with these insider tips and tricks:

1. **Consistent Cookie Size with a Scoop:** For uniformly sized cookies that bake evenly, always use a 3-4 tablespoon cookie scoop to portion out your dough. This ensures each cookie is a consistent size and provides enough dough to fully enclose the marshmallow.
2. **Don’t Crowd the Pan:** To allow for proper spreading and even baking, it’s best to bake only 4-6 cookies at a time on one half sheet pan. If you have more dough, chill the remaining cookie dough balls in the refrigerator while the first batch bakes. This prevents them from spreading too much before their turn.
3. **Prevent Sticking with Proper Lining:** The melted marshmallow can sometimes leak out and stick to your baking sheet, making removal difficult. Always line your baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone mat. This ensures easy release and makes cleanup a breeze.
4. **Patience is a Virtue (Especially with Gooey Centers!):** We know it’s tempting to bite into these warm **stuffed cookies** right out of the oven, but resist the urge! The molten marshmallow center will be extremely hot and can cause burns. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further. The marshmallow will set slightly, becoming perfectly gooey and safe to eat.
5. **Flatten Those Marshmallows:** If your cookies look a little too tall in the center due to the marshmallow, simply tap the cookie sheet firmly on the counter a few times immediately after removing it from the oven. This helps the warm marshmallow and cookie dough settle and flatten into a more uniform shape.
6. **Achieve Perfectly Round Cookies:** For that Instagram-worthy, perfectly round cookie shape, employ a simple trick! While the cookies are still warm and pliable, use a larger circular object (like a round cookie cutter or a glass) and gently scoot the edges back into place. Alternatively, you can run the edge of a spoon or a dull knife around the warm cookies to refine their shape.
7. **Accurate Flour Measurement:** For consistent results, especially with non-chill cookies, measuring your flour accurately is paramount. Using a food scale to weigh flour in grams (as specified in the recipe card) is the most precise method. If you’re measuring by volume, spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level it off with a straight edge, rather than scooping directly from the bag.

Common Questions About Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies

Got questions about baking these fun and flavorful **Fruity Pebble cookies**? We’ve got answers!

Storing Your Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies

Properly storing your freshly baked **Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies** ensures they remain delicious and fresh for as long as possible.

Room Temperature Storage

Once completely cooled, place your Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies in an airtight container. They will stay fresh and soft at room temperature for up to 1 week. For best results, keep them away from direct sunlight or heat sources.

Freezing Instructions

For longer storage, these **stuffed cookies** freeze beautifully. Allow the cookies to cool completely. Individually wrap each cookie tightly in plastic wrap, then place them in an airtight freezer-safe container or a heavy-duty freezer bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. To enjoy, simply thaw at room temperature or gently warm in the microwave for a few seconds for that melty marshmallow experience.

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