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Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Angela
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 cookies
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delicious no-bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies that combine the crunch of cornflakes with the sweetness of peanut butter and a drizzle of melted chocolate. Perfect as an easy snack or treat without needing an oven.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups Cornflakes cereal
  • 1 cup Corn Syrup (light)
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Chocolate Drizzle

  • 1/4 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1/2 tsp Vegetable Oil


Instructions

  1. Prepare Cornflakes: Measure out 6 cups of cornflakes into a large mixing bowl, being careful not to crush the cereal pieces. Set this aside to maintain their crisp texture.
  2. Dissolve Sugar and Syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of corn syrup and 1 cup of sugar. Stir occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture is smooth and syrupy.
  3. Add Peanut Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in 1 cup of peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform and creamy without lumps.
  4. Mix with Cornflakes: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the cornflakes. Gently fold using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to coat each flake evenly without breaking them.
  5. Form Cookies: Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, scoop small portions of the coated cornflake mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently flatten each mound to the shape of a cookie. Let them cool completely at room temperature till firm.
  6. Prepare Chocolate Drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  7. Finish and Serve: Once the cookies have set and hardened, use a spoon to drizzle the melted chocolate over each cookie. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Handle the cornflakes gently to keep them intact and crunchy.
  • Cooling the cookies completely is essential for them to harden properly.
  • The vegetable oil helps smooth the chocolate for easier drizzling.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to preserve freshness.
  • For a nuttier flavor, use natural or crunchy peanut butter.