No-Bake Chocolate Cornflake Clusters are crispy, crunchy, chocolate-covered delights made with just a few pantry ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups cornflakes cereal
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil (for extra shine & smooth texture)
- Optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: pinch of sea salt
- Optional toppings: sprinkles, crushed nuts, mini marshmallows, or shredded coconut
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Directions:
Step 1: Prep your workspace
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
2. Set out a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop or two spoons for portioning.
Step 2: Melt the chocolate
1. In a heatproof bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter (or coconut oil).
2. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth and glossy.
3. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt if using.
Step 3: Mix with cornflakes
1. Gently fold cornflakes into the melted chocolate using a spatula.
2. Stir until all the cereal is evenly coated but still slightly airy and not crushed.
Step 4: Form the clusters
1. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
2. Shape them into mounds or nests using the back of a spoon.
3. Add optional toppings while still wet — sprinkles for fun, sea salt for sweet-salty, or nuts for crunch!
Step 5: Chill and serve
1. Place the tray in the fridge for 15–30 minutes or until clusters are firm.
2. Once set, remove and store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.
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Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate or swirl in some peanut butter.
- Want them extra crunchy? Add chopped peanuts or almonds with the cornflakes.
- Make them mini by dropping small teaspoonfuls for bite-sized party snacks.
- They store well for up to 1 week — great for make-ahead treats!
- Perfect for holiday gift boxes or cookie exchanges — just pop them in festive wrappers.