Description
Sweet nostalgia meets crunchy delight in this classic Cornflake Candy, blending childhood memories with irresistible flavor. Golden cornflakes meld with gooey marshmallow and peanut butter, creating a treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Texture and Bulk):
- 6 cups cornflakes
Sweeteners:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
Binding and Flavor Ingredient:
- 1 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and corn syrup, stirring continuously until sugar completely dissolves and mixture becomes smooth, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and immediately incorporate peanut butter, whisking until the mixture achieves a uniform, glossy consistency.
- Transfer cornflakes into a large mixing bowl and carefully pour the warm peanut butter mixture over them, gently folding with a spatula to ensure every cornflake is evenly coated.
- Line a rectangular baking dish with parchment paper and spread the cornflake mixture, pressing firmly and evenly with the back of a spatula to create a compact layer.
- Allow the candy to set at room temperature for 30-45 minutes until it firms up and becomes slightly crisp around the edges.
- Once cooled and solidified, slice into bite-sized squares using a sharp knife, creating clean, uniform pieces.
- For optimal texture and flavor, serve at room temperature and store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
Notes
- Swap peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for nut-free versions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this sweet treat.
- Use gluten-free cornflakes to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities, without compromising the crunchy texture.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for faster setting and a firmer candy that’s easier to cut into clean, precise squares.
- Experiment with adding dark chocolate drizzle or crushed nuts on top for extra flavor complexity and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 191
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg