Cornflake Chewies Recipe

Prepare for a flavor explosion! This recipe for Cornflake Chewies is legendary – so good, people used to *fight* over them at our church! These addictive squares combine crunchy cornflakes, creamy peanut butter, sweet marshmallows, and toasted pecans for a no-bake treat that's unbelievably delicious. Using crunchy peanut butter is highly recommended for that extra crunch, but plain works too. Get ready for rave reviews – you've been warned!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 283.8 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cornflake Chewies

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How to Make Cornflake Chewies

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup margarine, ½ cup light corn syrup, and 1 cup crunchy peanut butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, and boil for 2-3 minutes.
  2. While the peanut butter mixture is boiling, in a large bowl, combine 6 cups corn flakes, 1 cup shredded coconut, 1 cup mini marshmallows, and 1 cup chopped pecans.
  3. Once the peanut butter mixture has boiled for 2-3 minutes, remove from heat and immediately pour it over the cornflake mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Press the mixture firmly into a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely set. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

103g

Fat

15g

Carbs

14g