Honey Cornflakes Recipe Air Fryer
515kcal
Ingredients
- 5 cups cornflakes cereal
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup sliced almonds optional
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Large mixing bowl
- Small saucepan
- Silicone spatula or wooden spoon
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Parchment paper for air fryer (optional)
- Cooling rack
Method
- Preheat the air fryer to **300°F (150°C)** for 3 minutes.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in the honey, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Place the cornflakes in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the warm honey mixture over the cornflakes.
- Gently fold the mixture until all the cornflakes are evenly coated.
- Fold in the sliced almonds and sesame seeds if using.
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper if desired.
- Spread the coated cornflakes into a thin, even layer.
- Air fry for **6–8 minutes**, shaking the basket gently every 2 minutes.
- Watch closely during the final minutes to prevent the honey from burning.
- Transfer the cornflakes to a cooling rack and let them cool completely before serving. They will become crispier as they cool.
Nutrition
Serving55gCalories515kcalCarbohydrates35gProtein3gFat8gSaturated Fat3gPolyunsaturated Fat1.5gMonounsaturated Fat2.5gCholesterol10mgSodium180mgPotassium140mgFiber2gSugar14gVitamin A500IUVitamin C6mgCalcium20mgIron5mg
Notes
- Use fresh cornflakes for the best crunch.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Allow the cornflakes to cool completely before storing.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
- Add dried cranberries, chopped pecans, or cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Keep the air fryer temperature at 300°F to avoid burning the honey coating.
- This recipe is perfect for holiday snack trays, edible gifts, or quick lunchbox treats.