No-Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies Recipe
No Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies are a quick and delicious treat combining the rich flavors of peanut butter and marshmallows with the crunch of cornflakes. These easy-to-make no-bake cookies are perfect for when you want a sweet snack without turning on the oven. With a pleasant chewy texture and a generous drizzle of peanut butter chips on top, they make a delightful snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 7 cups cornflakes
Additional Mix-Ins
- 1 oz mini marshmallows (to mix in at the end)
- 1/3 cup peanut butter chips (optional)
Topping
- 2 tbsp peanut butter chips (for drizzling)
- 1/2 tsp vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Peanut Butter: In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the salted butter and smooth peanut butter together. Stir constantly to ensure the mixture combines evenly and doesn’t burn.
- Add Mini Marshmallows: Add 10 ounces of mini marshmallows to the pot, continuing to stir constantly until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove the pot from heat promptly once melted.
- Mix in Cornflakes and Additional Ingredients: Stir in the 7 cups of cornflakes until they are fully coated with the melted peanut butter and marshmallow mixture. Then, gently fold in the remaining 1 ounce of mini marshmallows and the optional 1/3 cup of peanut butter chips. Be careful not to overmix to maintain some marshmallow chunkiness.
- Form Cookies: Lightly spray a large cookie scooper with nonstick cooking spray. Scoop out 10 equally sized balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Grease your fingers with a little butter or oil and gently flatten each ball to about 1 inch thickness. Avoid packing them too densely for the best texture.
- Prepare Peanut Butter Drizzle: Melt 2 tablespoons of peanut butter chips combined with 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable or canola oil in the microwave. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring in between until smooth. Pour the melted mixture into a ziplock bag and cut a small tip off one corner for drizzling.
- Drizzle and Set: Drizzle the melted peanut butter chips over each cookie evenly using the ziplock bag. Allow the cookies to set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before serving to firm up the structure and drizzle.
Notes
- Use salted butter for a balanced flavor; however, unsalted butter can be substituted if preferred.
- The optional peanut butter chips add extra richness but can be omitted for a simpler treat.
- Do not overmix after adding cornflakes to avoid crushing them and losing the crunch.
- The cookies should be gently spread to maintain a light texture without becoming too dense or hard.
- If you prefer a vegan version, use vegan marshmallows and an alternative to butter such as coconut oil.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 3 days.
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