Description
Delight in these no-bake peanut butter cornflake cookies with marshmallows, a crunchy and gooey treat that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and the sweet chewiness of marshmallows. Perfect for a quick, fuss-free dessert that requires no oven time.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 7 cups cornflakes
- 1 oz mini marshmallows (to mix in at the end)
- 1/3 cup peanut butter chips (optional)
For Drizzling
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- Melt the butter and peanut butter: In a large pot over medium-low heat, melt the salted butter together with the smooth peanut butter. Stir continuously to blend the mixture smoothly without burning.
- Add marshmallows: Add 10 oz of mini marshmallows to the pot and continue stirring until they are completely melted and incorporated into the peanut butter mixture. Remove from heat promptly to avoid overcooking.
- Combine with cornflakes: Stir in the 7 cups of cornflakes gently, ensuring that they are fully coated by the peanut butter and marshmallow mixture.
- Mix in additional marshmallows and chips: Fold in the remaining 1 oz of mini marshmallows and the optional ⅓ cup peanut butter chips very gently to keep the texture light and avoid crushing the cornflakes.
- Shape the cookies: Spray a large cookie scooper with nonstick cooking spray. Scoop out 10 equal portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Grease your fingers and gently press each cookie to about 1 inch thick, taking care not to pack them tightly so they remain light and crunchy.
- Prepare peanut butter drizzle: Melt 2 tablespoons peanut butter chips with ½ teaspoon vegetable or canola oil in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each until smooth. Transfer the mixture into a ziplock bag, cut a small tip, and drizzle over the cookies evenly.
- Set and serve: Let the cookies sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to set properly before serving to allow the drizzle to harden slightly and cookies to firm up.
Notes
- Why are my no-bake cornflakes marshmallow cookies not gooey? Overcooking the peanut butter marshmallow mixture can cause it to caramelize and harden when cooled. Melt slowly over low heat and avoid overheating. If the cookies are too firm due to cold temperature, microwave them for 5 seconds to soften and regain their gooey texture.
- How long will my no-bake cookies stay fresh for? These cornflake cookies last up to 2 days in an airtight container at room temperature. Reheat in the microwave briefly before serving for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
