{"id":1515190,"date":"2020-06-19T06:45:31","date_gmt":"2020-06-19T06:45:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/"},"modified":"2024-09-26T16:55:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T21:55:59","slug":"peanut-butter-cornflake-bars","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are a satisfyingly crunchy treat that&#8217;s quick to make. With just a few needed ingredients, these cookies are perfect for whipping up a batch whenever you need a sweet fix. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The combination of creamy peanut butter and crispy<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> cornflakes makes for a deliciously addictive snack that both kids and adults will love. No baking is required, and to make this recipe even easier, these peanut butter treats are baked as bars instead of individual drop cookies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Creamy peanut butter<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Peanut butter is the key ingredient that binds the cookies together. Substitute with your favorite nut butter if desired.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Sweetens the dough and helps to create a slight caramelization when heated. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Light corn syrup<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Acts as a sweetener and binding agent, ensuring the cookies hold together. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Cornflakes<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Provide the signature crunch and a delicious contrast to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/peanut-butter-patties\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/peanut-butter-patties\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">creamy peanut butter<\/a> mixture. Rice Krispies or another cereal can be used as a substitute for different textures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Directions<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 1: Combine the ingredients<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2043637\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut_Butter_Cornflake_Cookies_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies with melted peanut butter, sugar, and corn syrup in a large sauce pan.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Combine the creamy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-5-ingredient-peanut-butter-mousse\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-5-ingredient-peanut-butter-mousse\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">peanut butter<\/a>, sugar and light corn syrup in a large saucepan. Cook and stir over medium-low heat <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 2: Add the cornflakes<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2043638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut_Butter_Cornflake_Cookies_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies with cornflakes and peanut butter mixture being tossed together.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Remove the pan from heat and gently mix in the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> cornflakes until they&#8217;re fully coated with the peanut butter mixture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 3: Spread the cookie dough in the pan<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2043639\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut_Butter_Cornflake_Cookies_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies mixture setting in a pan.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Using a spoon, drop the mixture onto a<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0greased or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/parchment-paper-vs-aluminum-foil\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/parchment-paper-vs-aluminum-foil\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">parchment<\/a>-lined baking sheet, forming your desired-sized cookies. Press lightly to shape them. Let stand until set, about 1 hour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2043640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut_Butter_Cornflake_Cookies_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead beauty shot for Taste Recipes Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies cut on a wire rack.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bar Variations<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chocolate drizzle<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Melt 1\/2 cup of\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/the-best-chocolate-chips\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/the-best-chocolate-chips\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chocolate chips<\/a> and drizzle over the cookies for a<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0chocolatey touch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Nutty twist<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Add 1\/2 cup\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">of chopped nuts, such as peanuts or almonds, to the<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0mixture before shaping the cookies for added crunch.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Marshmallow mix<\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>:<\/strong> Stir in mini-marshmallows with the cornflakes for a gooey and sweet variation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Store Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> They&#8217;ll stay fresh for up to a week. For longer storage, place the cookies <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">in the refrigerator, where they can last up to two weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Can<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> you freeze peanut butter cornflake cookie bars?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Yes, you can freeze these cookies. Place them in a single layer\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">on a baking sheet to freeze until solid, then transfer them to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">an airtight container or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/organize-a-freezer\/1\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/organize-a-freezer\/1\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">freezer bag<\/a>. They will keep for up to three months.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bar Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2043641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut_Butter_Cornflake_Cookies_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Beauty Shot For Taste Of Home Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies On A Plate.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Can I make these cookie bars without a stove?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Yes, you can make these cookies using a microwave. Combine the peanut butter, sugar and light corn syrup in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the cookie dough mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Then, continue the rest of the recipe as directed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How do I prevent the cookies from sticking?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Grease your spoon or hands lightly with cooking spray before shaping the cookies to prevent sticking.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Why are my cookies too hard?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The cookies can become too hard if the mixture is cooked for too long or at too high of a temperature. Make sure to cook over medium-low heat and remove from heat as soon as the sugar dissolves.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How can I make these cookies gluten-free?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To make these cornflake peanut butter cookies gluten-free, simply use gluten-free cornflakes. Ensure all other ingredients, such as the peanut butter, are certified gluten-free.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Crunchy, sweet and incredibly easy to make, these peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are a no-bake treat perfect for any occasion. Quickly whip up a batch of these cookies with just four simple ingredients.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2136955,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,305488,305489,304328,304993,304288,305487,304338,303966,304988,303887,304268,304350,324623,303883,305028],"categories-v2":[308623,310802,310807,308988,308984,308481,308940,259620,310796,308992,308495,308935,308478,259483,309001,309177,308476,308974],"coauthors":[343403],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-peanut-butter-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Oatmeal-Chocolate-Chip-Peanut-Butter-Bars_EXPS_FT25_1495_JR_0214_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/old-fashioned-peanut-butter-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Peanut-Butter-Cookies_EXPS_TOHD2024_7873_LaurenHabermehl_4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-pretzel-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Peanut-Butter-Pretzel-Squares_EXPS_UCSBZ17_166150_C05_17_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-chip-peanut-butter-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Chocolate-Chip-Peanut-Butter-Cookies_EXPS_THVP23_4585_MR_11_02_23_PeanutButterChocolateChipCookies_2_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Cake Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cake-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Cake-Bars_EXPS_TOHAS19_38201_B05_31_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-chocolate-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut-Butter-Chocolate-Bars_EXPS_TOHD24_14943_EricKleinberg_5.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Cup Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cup-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Peanut-Butter-Cup-Cookies_EXPS_TOHVP24_11198_MF_08_29_2.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Coconut Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-coconut-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/0001\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Coconut-Cookies_EXPS_FT19_246646_F_1107_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-popcorn-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps15032_NBC143387B01_16_2b_WEB.jpg"},{"post_title":"Butterfinger Cookie Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/butterfinger-cookie-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Butterfinger-Cookie-Bars_exps121859_SD132778C04_10_1bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-chip-cookie-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Chocolate-Chip-Cookie-Bars_EXPS_FT21_4960_F_0107_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Granola Mini Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-granola-mini-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Peanut-Butter-Granola-Mini-Bars_EXPS_FT19_42137_F_0924_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Caramel Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-caramel-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps10833_5SD153598C11_05_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Brownie Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-brownie-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps38119_CW1191046D29B-5.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Butter Cereal Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-butterscotch-peanut-butter-cereal-bars-with\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps24173_WNC62337D320.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Fudge Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-fudge-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps20496_QC10361D59A.jpg"},{"post_title":"Frosted Peanut Butter Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/frosted-peanut-butter-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Frosted-Peanut-Butter-Bars_exps14344_BLCB1449742D129A_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-chocolate-chip-granola-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps23201_TH10524D60.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/recipeFallback.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter Crunch Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/peanut-butter-crunch-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps28569_LT1115223D19B.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","override_recipe_video_settings":false,"long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false,"ncv_moat_option":""},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/","name":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars","datePublished":"2020-06-19","dateModified":"2024-09-26","prepTime":"PT10M","cookTime":"PT5M","totalTime":"PT15M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Desserts"],"description":"Crunchy, sweet and incredibly easy to make, these peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are a no-bake treat perfect for any occasion. Quickly whip up a batch of these cookies with just four simple ingredients.","recipeIngredient":["1-1\/2 cups creamy peanut butter","1 cup sugar","1 cup light corn syrup","6 cups cornflakes"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"In a large saucepan, combine peanut butter, sugar and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in cereal. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. pan; press lightly. Let stand until set, about 1 hour."}],"recipeYield":"20 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Stephanie Gravalese"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 234 calories","fatContent":"10g fat (2g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"0 cholesterol","sodiumContent":"154mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"35g carbohydrate (26g sugars","fiberContent":"1g fiber)","proteinContent":"5g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.75,"reviewCount":8,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars","description":"Check out this video for how to make Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars.","thumbnailUrl":["http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/v2\/media\/7MfZ9sX3\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"2023-06-7 19:04:53","duration":"P0DT0H0M50S","contentUrl":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/7MfZ9sX3-IFfy1PC6.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPlanet"},"reviewBody":"<p>I have the best memories of these squares, they were one of my mom's go to Christmas treats. <\/p><p>I thought I'd be clever and \"Chef them up\" a bit by substituting honey for corn syrup and all natural peanut butter for the usual Kraft creamy. I rolled them into balls, anticipating a dip in chocolate, but when they cooled they were like marbles! I'd need to provide dental coverage to anyone who tried them! <\/p><p>I will try again, following the recipe this time, but I'm posting this so nobody else will make my mistake! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBone"},"reviewBody":"So very easy to make when you're not feeling very well but need something sweet and they are very sweet but Soo woo good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-07-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jane798"},"reviewBody":"<p>This was okay,  it way too sweet and the mixture took forever to dissolve the sugar. I think if I make it again I would cook the syrup with just the sugar to dissolve first and then add the peanut butter. I guess I\u2019m used to rice crispy treats that are not as sweet. Maybe I will just use marshmallows next time and no sugar and 1\/2 the syrup. Kids will still like it though.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Darlene892"},"reviewBody":"<p>This recipe gives me a sweet trip back to my high school cafeteria days. I remember telling my mom about this dessert bar and asking her if we could make it. She was more than happy to just give me a $1 to purchase a large bar of these from the cafeteria once a week. I am so glad I stumbled onto this recipe. I followed the recipe except for using corn Chex in place of 2 cups of the corn flakes The corn flakes, corn Chex combo, I think, kicked it up a notch.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-09-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Susan3506"},"reviewBody":"<p>Addictive <\/p><p>They have a similar addictive nature like Rice Krispie treats.  We always added a cup of roasted peanuts and generally made bars with melted semisweet chocolate chips on top <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedHelmet"},"reviewBody":"These are VERY sweet but also very good. Up at the top of my stepdads \"please make more\" list!! quick and easy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-09-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Suzie450"},"reviewBody":"<p>OMG, these are identical to what we called, \"Iraqi Cornflake Candy\", treats we could send to our Marines in Iraq which the intense summertime heat wouldn't melt! They loved these<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeWrench"},"reviewBody":"Soooooooooooo good, but cut small pieces :D","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars","description":"Check out this video for how to make Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars.","url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/PeanutButtereCornflakeBars_DIYD_121171_052223_H.mp4","duration":"50","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Peanut-Butter-Cornflake-Bars_EXPS_FT19_121171_F_1101_1-1.jpg","advertising":true,"jw_id":"7MfZ9sX3","jw_url":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/7MfZ9sX3-IFfy1PC6.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/v2\/media\/7MfZ9sX3\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"06\/07\/2023"},"rms_legacy_id":"121171","romance_copy_dek":"Crunchy, sweet and incredibly easy to make, these peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are a no-bake treat perfect for any occasion. Quickly whip up a batch of these cookies with just four simple ingredients.","enhanced_recipe_title":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1-1\/2 cups creamy peanut butter","IngredientText":"1-1\/2 cups creamy peanut butter"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup sugar","IngredientText":"1 cup sugar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup light corn syrup","IngredientText":"1 cup light corn syrup"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"6 cups cornflakes","IngredientText":"6 cups cornflakes"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","RecipeId":121171,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Kayla Widmer for Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars Recipe photo by Kayla Widmer for Taste Recipes","VideoCode":"[dam-video dam-id=\"51166\" ol-id=\"T0737CI\"]","RecipeAttachmentFileName":"EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Laura","Lastname":"Campbell","City":"Lisbon","StateDescription":"Maine","IsCommunityCook":false,"TimeCallout":"Prep: 15 min. + standing","MinimumServingQuantity":20,"MaximumServingQuantity":20,"Yield":"20 servings.","DigitalTitle":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars","SubmittedTitle":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":4.75,"WebPublishedDate":"6\/19\/2020 6:45:31 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_FT19_121171_F_1101_1.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":10,"CookTimeInMinutes":5,"TotalTimeInMinutes":15,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars","OriginalSourceProject":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Bars were one of my favorite treats when I was a little girl. They are very versatile. A friend likes to spread a cup of melted chocolate chips over the top. Be sure to let the chocolate set before cutting into these simply delicious bars. \u2014Laura Campbell, Lisbon, Maine","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":null,"RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"In a large saucepan, combine peanut butter, sugar and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in cereal. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. pan; press lightly. Let stand until set, about 1 hour.","SequenceNo":1}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[],"Cuisine":[],"HealthyEating":[],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Cooking Style","ID":304328},{"Name":"Easy","ID":304338},{"Name":"Quick","ID":304350},{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Bars","ID":305488},{"Name":"Cereal Bars","ID":305489},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Appliances","ID":304032},{"Name":"Health & Wellness","ID":304988},{"Name":"Dairy-Free","ID":304993},{"Name":"Vegan","ID":305028},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Desserts","ID":304288},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":16,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"1 bar: 234 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. ","NoOfRatings":8,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":false,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes &amp; Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43621,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":310802,"name":"Bars","slug":"bars","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310737,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"There's nothing easier or more satisfying than a good par recipe. Try our takes on the classic lemon bar, pumpkin bar, cookie bar and more.","parent":310796,"count":844,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/bars\/"},{"term_id":310807,"name":"Cereal Bars","slug":"cereal-bars","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310742,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Need an easy treat for the next bake sale or potluck? Our cereal bar recipes are just the thing! We've got recipes for rice crispy treats and more.","parent":310802,"count":195,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/bars\/cereal-bars\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v23.3 (Yoast SEO v23.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>No-Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars<\/title>\n\n\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/\" \/>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"No-Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars","description":"These no-bake peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are quick and easy, made with just four simple ingredients\u2014and no turning on the oven!","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars","og_description":"These no-bake peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are quick and easy, made with just four simple ingredients\u2014and no turning on the oven!","og_url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/","og_site_name":"Taste Recipes","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tasteofhome","article_modified_time":"2024-09-26T21:55:59+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1200,"height":1200,"url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_5.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","twitter_site":"@tasteofhome","twitter_misc":{"Est. reading time":"4 minutes","Written by":"Stephanie Gravalese"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/","name":"No-Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","datePublished":"2020-06-19T06:45:52+00:00","dateModified":"2024-09-26T21:55:59+00:00","description":"These no-bake peanut butter cornflake cookie bars are quick and easy, made with just four simple ingredients\u2014and no turning on the oven!","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/EXPS_TOHD24_121171_KaylaWidmer_6.jpg","width":1200,"height":1200,"caption":"Exps Tohd24 121171 Kaylawidmer 6"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-cornflake-bars\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Recipes","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Recipes","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"Dishes &amp; Beverages","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":5,"name":"Bars","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/bars\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":6,"name":"Cereal Bars","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/bars\/cereal-bars\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":7,"name":"Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookie Bars"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/","name":"Taste Recipes","description":"Find Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts, Holiday Recipes &amp; Healthy Cooking Tips","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#organization","name":"Taste Recipes","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/toh-logo-red.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/toh-logo-red.png","width":166,"height":125,"caption":"Taste Recipes"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tasteofhome","https:\/\/x.com\/tasteofhome","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tasteofhome\/","https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/taste_of_home\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/tasteofhome"]}]}},"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2025-05-15 08:36:07","action":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe\/1515190"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/recipe"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7061"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1515190"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe\/1515190\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2039101,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe\/1515190\/revisions\/2039101"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2136955"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1515190"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1515190"},{"taxonomy":"categories-v2","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories-v2?post=1515190"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=1515190"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}