Description
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies combine the creamy richness of peanut butter with the crunch of cornflakes and a delightful drizzle of melted chocolate. They’re no-bake, quick to prepare, and perfect for a sweet snack or easy dessert that requires minimal ingredients and fuss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups cornflakes
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Heat Peanut Butter Mixture: In a large saucepan, combine peanut butter, sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to incorporate the flavor evenly.
- Mix in Cornflakes: Gently fold in the cornflakes, making sure each flake is well coated with the peanut butter mixture without crushing them.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, shaping them into individual cookie clusters.
- Cool Set: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes until they firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: While the cookies cool, place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second intervals, stirring after each until fully melted and smooth.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the cooled cookies using a spoon or fork for an attractive finish.
- Final Setting: Let the chocolate set and harden for an additional 10-15 minutes before serving to ensure clean bites.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture or smooth for creamier cookies.
- Substitute corn syrup with honey or maple syrup if preferred, though texture may vary.
- These cookies do not require baking, making them perfect for a quick treat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a nut-free version, try sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
