Description
These no-bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies are a quick, easy, and delicious treat combining the creamy richness of peanut butter with the crunch of cornflakes. Sweetened naturally with honey and sugar, they make a perfect snack or dessert without any baking required.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 cups cornflakes cereal
Instructions
- Prepare the peanut butter mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter, honey, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is melted and smooth, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add flavoring and salt: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavors.
- Combine with cornflakes: Gently fold the cornflakes cereal into the peanut butter mixture, carefully coating every flake without crushing them to maintain the crunch.
- Form the cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping them into small clusters to form individual cookies.
- Set the cookies: Allow the cookies to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until they are firm and hold their shape.
- Serve and store: Once set, enjoy the cookies immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.
Notes
- This recipe requires no baking, making it perfect for quick and easy preparation.
- Use crunchy or creamy peanut butter based on your texture preference, but creamy smooths easier with honey and sugar.
- Ensure to stir the mixture constantly while heating to prevent burning.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
