Cracknel
Cracknel / Cracknell is a favourite at The Mains of Drum. It is delicious and easy to make—the ideal treat for a picnic, lunchbox, or even a traybake for hosting. It can be made in one bowl!
Makes 20 Slices | Preparation Time 3 minutes | Cooking Time 1 hour minutes | Total Time 1hour 3 minutes
Ingredients
150g | Cornflakes |
115g | Butter |
120ml | Golden Syrup |
75g | Dried Milk Powder |
40g | Desiccated Coconut |
25g | Drinking Chocolate |
50g (Or a good handfull) | Sultanas |
Method
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Melt the butter and syrup together gently in a saucepan. Do not let it boil.
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Combine the dry ingredients (milk powder, coconut, cocoa, and sultanas) in a large mixing bowl.
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Pour the melted mixture into the dry ingredients and stir well until combined.
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Add the cornflakes and fold through gently until everything is evenly coated.
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Line a tray (approx. 9x13 inch or similar) with baking parchment. Spoon in the mixture, press it down firmly and evenly.
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Leave to set at room temperature or in the fridge. Cut into squares once firm.
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