Description
A quick, no-bake dessert made with pantry staples like cornflakes, peanut butter, and chocolate chips. These crunchy, salty-sweet clusters are ready in 20 minutes and perfect for lazy nights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4–5 cups plain cornflakes
- 1 pinch salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini marshmallows, 1/4 cup crushed pretzels, or 1/4 cup raisins
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set out your equipment.
- Place chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, then continue in 15-second intervals until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely combined and smooth.
- Gradually fold in the cornflakes using a silicone spatula, ensuring every flake is coated without crushing them.
- Using two forks or a spoon, drop mounds of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is firm to the touch.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy cold.
Notes
Do not overheat the chocolate as it can seize. Use fresh, crisp cornflakes to prevent sogginess. If using natural peanut butter, stir well before measuring. Clusters can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks or frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cluster
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: no-bake, chocolate, peanut butter, cornflakes, clusters, easy dessert, snack, meal prep, gluten-free option, vegan option