Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Cornflake Crack, a sweet treat that marries crispy cornflakes with a rich toffee coating. This quick and easy recipe requires just three main ingredients, making it an ideal choice for parties, snacks, or satisfying your sweet tooth. With its buttery flavor and customizable options—like adding chocolate or sea salt—this deliciously addictive snack is sure to impress friends and family alike. Perfect for any occasion, Cornflake Crack is not only fun to make but also a joy to share.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 cups cornflakes cereal (not heaping)
- Optional: 12 ounces chocolate for dipping and Maldon sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar until smooth; continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour the melted mixture over the cornflakes in a mixing bowl and gently stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the coated cornflakes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 9-12 minutes, ensuring even cooking by pressing edges into the center if necessary.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces. Optionally, dip half in melted chocolate and sprinkle with sea salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg