Chocolate Cornflake Crunch Bars (Gluten-Free)
Looking for a quick and easy gluten-free treat? These Chocolate Cornflake Crunch Bars are a nostalgic favourite made with crispy cornflakes, chewy coconut, rich cocoa, and topped with smooth chocolate icing. No mixer needed, kid-friendly, lunchbox-ready, and perfect for gluten-free families!
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 224kcal
Ingredients
- 1½ cups gluten-free cornflakes, lightly crushed
- 1½ cups gluten-free self-rising flour Or use 1½ cups plain (all-purpose) gluten-free flour + 1½ teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, or honey
- 250 grams (9oz) butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8x12-inch or similar slice tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, crush cornflakes (I just use the base of the measuring cup), gluten-free flour, coconut, cocoa, and brown sugar.
- Melt butter in the microwave (or over low heat in a saucepan) and stir in maple syrup and vanilla.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until fully combined.
- Press into prepared tray and bake for 22–25 minutes, until set and golden at edges.
- Cool completely. Top with chocolate icing (optional) and sprinkle with coconut. Slice into bars.
Notes
🍫 Easy Chocolate Icing
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon softened butter
- 2-3 tablespoons hot water or milk (depending on desired consistency)
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 401IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg