Corn Flake Peanut Butter Candy
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of homemade Corn Flake Peanut Butter Candy, a no-bake treat that’s as simple as it is satisfying. With just six ingredients—including pantry staples like corn flakes, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of vanilla—this nostalgic recipe comes together in only 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy schedules or last-minute dessert cravings. The combination of crispy cereal and the sweet, sticky peanut butter mixture creates a delightful texture and flavor that’s hard to resist. Ideal for potlucks, holiday platters, or as an easy family snack, these bite-sized candies are shaped into mounds and quickly set, requiring no special equipment. Plus, they store beautifully in an airtight container, ensuring sweet satisfaction all week long.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Corn flakes
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Grease a large baking sheet or line it with parchment paper, then lightly butter a large mixing bowl.
Pour the corn flakes into the buttered mixing bowl and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and light corn syrup over medium heat.
Stir the mixture constantly until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
Immediately pour the hot peanut butter mixture over the corn flakes in the bowl.
Using a silicone spatula or spoon, gently but quickly toss the corn flakes to evenly coat them with the peanut butter mixture.
Once the corn flakes are evenly coated, scoop small portions onto the prepared baking sheet using a spoon or a small ice cream scoop, shaping them into mound-like candies.
Allow the candies to cool completely at room temperature until firm, approximately 30 minutes.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.2 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2192 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 584.3 g | 212% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 413.2 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 62.2 mg | 346% | |
| Potassium | 1654 mg | 35% | |
*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.
