Chocolate-covered Ritz Crackers with Peanut Butter are the perfect mix of salty, sweet, creamy, and crunchy — all wrapped up in one irresistible bite. With a smooth layer of peanut butter sandwiched between crispy crackers and dipped in rich chocolate, these treats are great for parties or a fun homemade gift. You won’t believe how simple they are to make and how fast they’ll disappear once served.
My friend Joan makes these chocolate-covered Ritz crackers with peanut butter every Christmas, and they are so good I could eat every single one. If you’ve always loved the combination of Ritz crackers with peanut butter, you’ll really love these because CHOCOLATE! It’s kind of like a crunchy Reese’s cup!
Peanut butter and Ritz crackers dipped in chocolate
While we’ve decorated these crackers for a holiday theme, you can switch it up to match any theme — use white chocolate and orange sprinkles for Halloween or red and white for Valentine’s. They work so well for any occasion!
Why you’ll love this recipe
TASTE: These chocolate-covered Ritz crackers are so yummy, and kids love them. If you don’t want peanut butter, you can use almond butter or even hazelnut spread.
EASY: This recipe is so easy! There’s no baking or chopping involved, and the whole process takes less than one hour. It’s also super fun for children to help with.
MAKE-AHEAD: You can make this recipe ahead of time and freeze the biscuits. When you’re ready, just bake however many you want to serve.
What to serve with chocolate-covered Ritz
We love to include these chocolate-dipped peanut butter Ritz crackers on our Christmas cookie platter. We also make Christmas cookie gift boxes every year, and these cookies are always included, along with our Red Velvet Cake Cookies, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Rolled Sugar Cookies, Reindeer Sugar Cookies, and my favorite, Old-fashioned Ginger Cookies.
I hope you make this recipe. I think you’ll love it!
What you’ll need
➡️➡️➡️ The full ingredient amounts and instructions are listed below on the printable recipe card. Scroll down for frequently asked questions and tips for success.
- 64 Ritz crackers
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 12 ounces chocolate almond bark
- 12 ounces milk chocolate chips
- 32 red M&Ms
- Pretzel twists
- 64 candied eyes
How to make chocolate-covered Ritz crackers with peanut butter
- Spread half the crackers with peanut butter and top with the remaining crackers.
- Dip the sandwiches in the melted chocolate.
- Decorate the chocolate-covered Ritz crackers with M&Ms or sprinkles.
Chocolate Covered Ritz Crackers with Peanut Butter
Ingredients
- 64 Ritz crackers
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 12 ounces chocolate almond bark
- 12 ounces milk chocolate chips
- 32 red M&Ms
- Pretzel twists
- 64 candied eyes
Instructions
- Lay out 32 Ritz crackers and set aside 32 more.
- Spread 32 of the crackers with peanut butter. Top each cracker with another cracker so they are sandwiched.
- Melt chocolate almond bark and milk chocolate chips in a glass bowl. Melt slowly (about 20 second intervals then stir) so you don’t scorch the chocolate.
- Use a dipping fork, or two regular forks to dip each cracker sandwich until completely covered.
- Place the cookies on wax paper to set. Before chocolate is completely set, add candied eyes, a red M&M for a nose and break pretzel twist to look like antlers and stick in top of cookie on each side.
- Let cool on a wire rack or wax paper.
Notes
- Gather all ingredients at once and prepare pans ahead of time.
- Use room-temperature ingredients.
- You can use a small offset spatula to spread peanut butter.
- Submerge the cracker sandwich completely in melted chocolate, bring it straight up, and drag the sandwich across the edge of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
- Work quickly to assemble reindeer face before chocolate sets.
Nutrition
Questions
Can you freeze chocolate-covered Ritz?
Yes, you can freeze these crackers. Place them in an airtight container with layers separated by wax paper. Store in the freezer and thaw when ready to eat.
How do you store the crackers?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Tips for making chocolate dipped peanut butter Ritz crackers
- Gather all ingredients at once and prepare pans ahead of time. Use room temperature ingredients.
- A small offset spatula works well for spreading the peanut butter.
- Use two forks to dip the crackers.
- Use a toothpick to help slide the cracker off the fork after dipping.
- Work quickly to assemble the reindeer faces before the chocolate sets.
- If the chocolate starts to set while you’re decorating, just heat it a little and continue.
What can you substitute for the peanut butter?
We love using Nutella in these chocolate-covered Ritz crackers. You can also use marshmallow fluff or whip some cream cheese with a little sugar and vanilla. (These would need to be stored in the refrigerator.)
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