Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 cups cornflakes
- 4 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, for drizzle
- Flakey sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a 9×13 inch baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to prepare for baking the brittle.
- Prepare Cornflakes: Pour 3 cups of cornflakes into a large heat-safe mixing bowl, ensuring they are ready to be combined with the caramel.
- Make Caramel Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 4 tablespoons of salted butter, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons light corn syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste. Stir continuously to melt the butter and dissolve the sugar evenly.
- Cook Caramel: Stir for 1-2 minutes until the butter is melted, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and continue to cook while stirring for another 1-2 minutes until the caramel is smooth, glossy, and slightly thickened.
- Combine Caramel and Cornflakes: Remove the caramel from heat and immediately pour it over the cornflakes in the bowl. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all the cornflakes are evenly coated with the caramel.
- Spread on Baking Sheet: Transfer the coated cornflakes onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread them out evenly into a 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick layer to ensure uniform caramelization during baking.
- Bake the Brittle: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes until the brittle is golden brown and caramelized. Watch closely toward the end of baking to prevent burning.
- Cool the Brittle: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the brittle cool completely on a wire rack or at room temperature to harden.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Melt 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth. Drizzle generously over the cooled brittle, then sprinkle with flakey sea salt for contrast.
- Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate drizzle to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Once set, break the brittle into pieces and serve.
Notes
- Monitor the brittle closely while baking to avoid burning as caramel can darken quickly.
- Use flakey sea salt for a delicate crunchy texture and balanced salty flavor.
- Make sure the brittle is completely cooled before drizzling chocolate to prevent melting and running.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crispness.
- Vanilla bean paste adds a richer flavor than vanilla extract, but the latter can be substituted if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
