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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cornflake Squares

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cornflake Squares to Savor

Enjoy these No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cornflake Squares for a quick and delightful dessert with easy preparation and irresistible flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Can be substituted with almond or sunflower butter for nut-free version
  • 1/2 cup Light corn syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used instead
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Consider reducing or swapping for natural sweeteners like maple syrup
  • 4 cups Cornflakes Use fresh, crisp cornflakes for best texture
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips Use dark or dairy-free chips to suit dietary preferences
  • 1/4 cup Additional creamy peanut butter

Equipment

  • 8-inch square pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Measuring cup
  • Spatula
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease an 8-inch square pan with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine creamy peanut butter, corn syrup, and granulated sugar. Stir for about 3 to 5 minutes until gooey and smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and fold in cornflakes using a spatula for even coating.
  4. Spoon the cornflake mixture into the greased pan and press it firmly into an even layer.
  5. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and additional peanut butter. Heat in 15-second increments until fully melted.
  6. Pour the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cornflake layer and spread evenly.
  7. Let cool at room temperature for 10 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  8. Once set, cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Customize by adding nuts or dried fruits to the cornflake mixture for extra flavor and texture.

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