The Best Puffed Wheat Cake
Soft, chewy, and utterly irresistible, *The Best Puffed Wheat Cake* is a timeless no-bake treat that’s perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in a snap. Made with simple pantry staples like puffed wheat cereal, creamy butter, rich cocoa powder, and light corn syrup, this dessert combines a comforting crunch with a deep chocolatey sweetness. The quick 15-minute prep and no-hassle method make it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Ideal for potlucks, lunchbox snacks, or casual dessert spreads, this nostalgic Canadian favorite is pressed into a 9x13-inch pan and cut into perfectly portioned squares, ready to delight chocolate lovers of all ages. Enjoy this soft and flavorful treat with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Puffed wheat cereal
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.3333 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal, then set it aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, cocoa powder, and salt over medium heat.
Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Let it simmer for 1 minute while stirring, ensuring the sugar dissolves fully.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, pour the hot syrup mixture over the puffed wheat cereal.
Using a large spatula, gently fold the mixture until all the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the coated puffed wheat mixture to the prepared pan and press it down firmly and evenly with a spatula or clean hands.
Let the puffed wheat cake cool at room temperature for about 1 hour or until set.
Cut into squares or bars of your desired size and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.3 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 681 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 467.6 g | 170% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.1 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 321.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 66.6 mg | 370% | |
| Potassium | 1859 mg | 40% | |
*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.
