Description
Christmas Cornflake Crackle is a festive and crunchy treat combining sweet, buttery cornflakes baked to perfection and coated in rich semisweet chocolate. This easy no-bake candy is perfect for holiday gatherings and gift-giving.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 level cups cornflake cereal
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 12 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Cornflakes: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the 3 cups of cornflake cereal evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make Butter and Sugar Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the 1/2 cup unsalted butter and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, stirring continuously. Once melted, continue stirring for 1-2 minutes to ensure the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Coat Cornflakes with Mixture: Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the cornflakes on the baking sheet. Gently stir with a spoon or rubber spatula to coat the cornflakes evenly. Spread the coated cornflakes out into a rectangle shape and press the cereal together gently.
- Bake the Cornflake Mixture: Bake the coated cornflakes in the oven for 5 minutes. Remove and gently press the cornflakes together again around the edges and center to compact. Return to oven and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Cool and Break Apart: Allow the baked cornflake crisp to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break it into chunks of desired size.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the chopped 12 oz semisweet chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Cornflake Chunks in Chocolate: Dip each cornflake chunk into the melted chocolate, covering them completely. Shake off any excess chocolate and place the coated pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of salt on top. Let them rest until the chocolate sets completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate coating has set, serve the Christmas Cornflake Crackle as a delightful holiday treat.
Notes
- This recipe is an easy 5-ingredient festive candy perfect for holiday celebrations.
- Use semisweet chocolate for balanced sweetness; milk chocolate can be used for a sweeter version.
- Ensure to press the cornflakes together firmly before baking to help the mixture hold shape.
- Let the chocolate set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for faster results.
- A pinch of salt on top enhances the chocolate flavor but is optional.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
