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Butterscotch Cornflake Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Butterscotch Cornflake Cookies offer a delightful combination of crunchy cornflakes and creamy butterscotch sweetness, enhanced with peanut butter for a rich, chewy texture. These no-bake cookies are quick to prepare and perfect for a sweet snack or easy dessert.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups cornflakes
  • 11 ounces butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Melt the Butterscotch and Peanut Butter: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the butterscotch chips and creamy peanut butter. Stir continuously until fully melted and smooth, preventing the mixture from burning.
  2. Add Vanilla Extract: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to incorporate the warm, sweet aroma into the mixture.
  3. Combine with Cornflakes: Pour the melted butterscotch and peanut butter mixture over the cornflakes in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until the cornflakes are evenly coated with the sticky mixture.
  4. Form Cookies: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and place them on a baking sheet or tray lined with parchment paper. Press lightly to shape into cookie rounds.
  5. Set the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature for about 5 minutes, or until firm enough to lift without breaking. For quicker setting, place the tray in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Once set, enjoy these crunchy and sweet butterscotch cornflake cookies as a delicious treat.

Notes

  • Use creamy peanut butter for the best texture and binding; chunky or natural varieties may affect consistency.
  • Do not overheat the butterscotch and peanut butter mixture to prevent burning or separation.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with a seed butter like sunflower seed butter.