Caramel Cereal Crisps
Indulge in the irresistible blend of crunch and sweetness with these easy-to-make Caramel Cereal Crisps! Perfectly coated in a silky homemade caramel made from butter, brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla, these golden bites turn a humble bowl of cornflakes into a sweet treat that’s impossible to resist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-bake recipe is a quick and delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth or impress guests with a unique snack. Ideal for potlucks, movie nights, or as a lunchbox surprise, these crispy caramel bites are not only easy to make but can also be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. Make it ahead of time and store it in an airtight container for a week of crunchy caramel goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Cornflakes (or any flake-style cereal)
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
Place the cornflakes in a large mixing bowl, ensuring there’s plenty of room to stir in the caramel later.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the brown sugar and light corn syrup to the melted butter. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture begins to bubble.
Lower the heat slightly and allow the caramel to simmer for 4–5 minutes without stirring. This will thicken the caramel.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Mix well.
Quickly pour the hot caramel mixture over the cornflakes in the mixing bowl.
Using a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, gently fold the caramel into the cereal until evenly coated.
Transfer the caramel-coated cereal onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into an even layer.
Allow the caramel cereal crisps to cool completely, approximately 30 minutes, or until the caramel hardens.
Once cooled, break the cereal mixture into bite-sized pieces and serve.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.4 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3064 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 519.4 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 258.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 98.2 mg | 546% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
