Name: No-Bake Cornflake Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 30
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: One 11-ounce bag of butterscotch chips; One cup of creamy peanut butter; 4 cups of cornflakes; 1 tsp of vanilla

This Old 4-Ingredient Recipe Is As Good As You Remember

Hello, everyone! Happy summer! I want to remind you about the irresistible charm of no-bake cornflake cookies with peanut butter and butterscotch chips.

Do you remember these no-bake cornflake cookies? Our girls grew up on a farm and rode the school bus every day to a very small rural school where the school lunches were actually good! The lunchroom ladies knew all the kids and their families and worked hard to ensure there were always some special treats for everyone.

So many former students from that little school had fond memories of their cafeteria experience that one woman put together a cookbook with many of the original recipes, Recipes With Class. Like so many other small rural schools, the school is closed now, but the memories from the cafeteria are still alive!

The little school received many government commodities like cheese, rice, walnuts, dry eggs, pureed prunes, and peanut butter. The cooks got extremely creative in using these interesting ingredients.

This cornflake cookie recipe was a highlight for our oldest daughter and brought back happy memories when she saw it on page 19. The recipes in the cookbook are the full-scale original quantities created for a school full of kids, so I had to scale the recipe down from fifteen cups of cornflakes!

Let’s Take A Cornflake Cookie Trip Down Memory Lane

These crispy, delightful cornflake cookies only take four ingredients, and you don’t have to turn on the oven or go near a stove! It’s so easy to make them in the microwave!

Measure four cups of cornflakes into a bowl that gives you enough room to stir and set that aside for a few minutes!

Combine one eleven-ounce package of butterscotch chips with one cup of creamy peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. I ALWAYS choose Jif! Melt them in thirty-second increments, stirring in between, and stop when the mixture is smoothly combined; stir in a teaspoon of vanilla.

Pour the yummy warm mixture over the cornflakes and gently stir them together with a rubber spatula. I think the cookies are best when the cornflakes aren’t all smashed.

Spread waxed paper or parchment paper on baking pans and plop the mixture on them using two tablespoons or a cookie scoop. I used two spoons (first, I sprayed them with non-stick spray,) one to scoop and one to push the cookies onto the paper.

I spread waxed paper right on top of my tablecloth; THEN, once they were set, I moved them onto a baking sheet to chill. Don’t be Betty. Oops, too many distractions!

That’s it, except for licking the bowl! This makes about 30 two-inch cookies. Keep them in a tightly covered container in the fridge or a cool place, or you’ll be licking your fingers! 😉

Top 5 Reasons To Make These Awesome No-Bake Cornflake Cookies

Pure Nostalgia: Remember those precious school lunch days? I hope they are good memories! These cookies will transport you right back to childhood laughter and carefree moments.
Effortless Goodness: Have the kids help! You don’t need to go near the oven or the stove! They are so easy, and you get maximum deliciousness with minimal effort! Gotta love it! ❤
Gluten-Free Joy: Yay! These yummy treats are pure gluten-free indulgences!
Playful Crunch: Gotta love that creamy, crunchy, slightly salty, and sweet texture and taste!
Peanut Butter Perfection. Butterscotch Bliss. It just doesn’t get much better than this!

Cornflake Cookies Your Way

You may want to stir some chopped salted peanuts into the mixture while it’s warm, or how about some mini chocolate chips? Someone suggested a sprinkle of flaky salt on each cookie, and I, a sweet and salty lover, heartily embraced that suggestion!

You can use frosted flakes if you have a bigger sweet tooth or Special K if that’s what’s in the cupboard. Next time, I will try pressing the warm mixture into a greased pan and making cornflake cookie bars!

When summer rolls around, we’re all about easy sweets that do not require us to turn on the oven and heat the kitchen! Here are some fun recipes for you to try: no-Bake 5 Ingredient Frito Bars, Luscious No-Bake Layered Lemon Dessert, and Festive Oreo Bark.

Reviews:

Five Stars – Perfect Summer Treat!
These cookies were a huge hit with my kids! They’re so easy to make, even my little ones could help out. I love that they don’t require any baking, perfect for a hot summer day. The peanut butter and butterscotch chips are a delicious combination, and the cornflakes add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making these again!

Four Stars – Easy and Customizable
This is a great base recipe for no-bake cookies. I followed the instructions exactly for the first batch, and they turned out yummy. The next time, I decided to get creative and added some chopped dried cranberries and white chocolate chips. They were a fun twist on the original!

Three Stars – A Little Bland
The cookies were simple to make, and I liked the no-bake aspect. However, I found them to be a bit bland. Maybe next time I’ll try adding a pinch of salt or a teaspoon of cocoa powder for a bit more flavor complexity.

Five Stars – Perfect for Gifting!
These cookies were so easy to whip up that I made a double batch and shared them with some neighbors. Everyone loved them! They’re a great option for a last-minute dessert or a thoughtful homemade gift.

Four Stars – Great Recipe, Minor Changes Needed

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I loved this recipe overall. The only thing I would change is using a bit less peanut butter. For my taste, it overpowered the butterscotch chips a little. Otherwise, a delicious and easy cookie recipe!

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