Peanut Butter Corn Flake Bars Recipe
These Peanut Butter Corn Flake Bars are a delightful no-bake dessert combining the crunchy texture of cornflakes with a smooth peanut butter layer, topped with a rich chocolate icing. Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick sweet treat or party dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert Bars
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Layer
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cornflakes
Chocolate Icing
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Grease an 8-inch square pan thoroughly and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Cook Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium to large saucepan, combine 1 cup creamy peanut butter, ½ cup light corn syrup, and ½ cup granulated sugar. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is warm, gooey, and the sugar dissolves completely without any graininess.
- Add Cornflakes: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in 4 cups of cornflakes. Stir well to coat the cornflakes evenly with the peanut butter mixture; it’s fine if some cornflakes break.
- Press into Pan: Transfer the peanut butter cornflake mixture into the prepared pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to press and compact the mixture firmly to ensure it sticks together well.
- Make Chocolate Icing: In a small bowl, combine ¾ cup chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter. Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Spread Icing: Spread the melted chocolate peanut butter icing evenly over the pressed cornflake layer in the pan.
- Set Bars: Allow the bars to set at room temperature or speed up the process by placing the pan in the refrigerator until firm.
- Serve: Once set, cut the bars into small pieces and serve fresh.
Notes
- Be sure to fully dissolve the sugar in the peanut butter mixture to avoid graininess.
- Pressing the mixture firmly into the pan helps the bars hold together better.
- Chocolate icing can be melted using a double boiler instead of a microwave if preferred.
- For easier cutting, refrigerate the bars until they are fully firm.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for up to a week.
Keywords: Peanut Butter Bars, Corn Flake Bars, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars, Easy Dessert
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