Description
Christmas Cornflake Crackle is a festive and easy-to-make candy treat featuring crunchy cornflakes coated with a buttery brown sugar glaze, baked to perfection, and dipped in rich semisweet chocolate. Perfect for holiday gatherings and gift giving.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 level cups cornflake cereal
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 12 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Cornflakes: Preheat your 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 together, stirring continuously. After the mixture has melted, continue stirring for 1 to 2 minutes to combine well. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Coat Cornflakes and Form Rectangle: Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the cornflakes on the baking sheet. Gently stir to coat all cornflakes evenly. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to spread the cornflakes into a compact rectangle, pressing the cereal together firmly.
- Bake First Round: Bake the coated cornflakes for 5 minutes in the preheated oven. After baking, gently press the cornflakes together again around the edges and in the center using a spoon or spatula.
- Bake Second Round: Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes to set the mixture firmly.
- Cool and Break into Chunks: Remove from oven and allow the cornflake rectangle to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break the cornflakes into chunks.
- Melt Chocolate: Place the 12 oz chopped semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well between each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Cornflake Chunks in Chocolate: Dip each cornflake chunk into the melted chocolate, covering completely. Shake off any excess chocolate and place them back onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Set Chocolate and Finish: Let the chocolate set by resting the dipped cornflake chunks at room temperature until firm. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of salt on top for extra flavor. Enjoy your festive Christmas Cornflake Crackle!
Notes
- This recipe makes an easy and festive 5-ingredient holiday candy.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Press the cornflakes firmly together before baking to help them hold their shape.
- Microwave chocolate carefully in short bursts, stirring regularly to avoid burning.
- You can sprinkle flaky sea salt on top after dipping for a sweet-salty contrast.
- Store leftover crackle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
