Kellogg's Butter Crunch Squares

Indulge in the sweet and buttery crunch of Kellogg's Butter Crunch Squares, a nostalgic no-bake treat that’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Featuring a luscious homemade caramel sauce made from butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk, this decadent mixture is perfectly paired with crisp Kellogg's Corn Flakes cereal for a delightful texture. With just 10 minutes of prep time and an optional chocolate drizzle for extra indulgence, these caramel-coated cereal bars are the ultimate dessert for family gatherings, potlucks, or an anytime snack. Perfectly sweet and satisfyingly crunchy, these squares are a must-try for fans of simple, crowd-pleasing recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
• 1 14-ounce can Sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 6 cups Kellogg's Corn Flakes cereal
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional, for drizzle or topping)

Directions

Step 1

1. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.

Step 2

2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

3. Add brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk to the melted butter. Stir constantly until the mixture begins to boil.

Step 4

4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens and takes on a caramel consistency.

Step 5

5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

Step 6

6. Place the Kellogg's Corn Flakes cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the caramel mixture over the cereal, stirring gently to coat it evenly.

Step 7

7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 8

8. Optional: Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until fully melted. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top of the cereal mixture for an extra indulgent touch.

Step 9

9. Allow the squares to cool completely at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting.

Step 10

10. Once set, cut into squares and serve. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1519.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6223.1

Total Fat 254.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 143.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 661.4mg	0%
Sodium 5412.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 947.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 538.9g
Protein 77.7g	0%

Vitamin D 794.9IU	0%
Calcium 1375.5mg	0%
Iron 151.4mg	0%
Potassium 2500.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.8%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 59.3%