Quick and Easy Peanut Butter and Cornflake Snack Balls
Whip up a batch of no-bake delight with these Quick and Easy Peanut Butter and Cornflake Snack Balls! Perfect for busy days, this recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep time and uses simple pantry staples like crunchy cornflakes, creamy peanut butter, and honey for a naturally sweet treat. A dash of vanilla extract adds aromatic warmth, while optional chocolate chips provide a tempting upgrade for chocolate lovers. These bite-sized snacks are easily shaped by hand and set in the fridge for a fuss-free, kid-friendly recipe that’s ideal for school lunches, afternoon cravings, or on-the-go energy. With no cooking required, these chewy, crispy, and utterly satisfying snack balls deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Crunchy cornflakes
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the creamy peanut butter and honey. Heat over low-medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, add the cornflakes. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the cornflakes and gently fold until the cereal is evenly coated.
If using chocolate chips, allow the mixture to cool slightly to avoid melting the chips completely, then fold them in.
Using a tablespoon or your hands, scoop small portions of the mixture and form them into snack-sized balls. Press firmly to ensure they hold their shape.
Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the snack balls are firm.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.7 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2273 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.6 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.4 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 56.0 mg | 311% | |
| Potassium | 1972 mg | 42% | |
*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.
