Halloween Cornflake Cakes

Name: Halloween Cornflake Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 145 min
Ingredients: 200 g Semi-sweet chocolate ( (7oz) see notes); 120 g Butter ((½ cup)); 4 Tablespoons Golden syrup; 150 g Cornflakes ((5+½ cups)); 1 Large handful Edible eyes; 1 Large handful Halloween sprinkles

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My no-bake Halloween Cornflake cakes are perfect for spooky baking with kids! They're super easy to make with just 6 ingredients and less than 15 minutes of prep time!

overhead image of halloween cornflake cakes

There's nothing quite as good as an old-school Cornflake cake, and with spooky season upon us, it felt like the perfect time to give the traditional version a seasonal makeover! My Halloween Cornflake cakes are just like the classic chocolate version, but with some added decorations to help bring them to life.

They're super simple to make, making them great for Halloween baking with kids or a last-minute treat to take to parties. These are ALWAYS popular with my family and disappear within minutes every year. I can't wait for you to try them out yourself!

Grab your ingredients

Here's everything you'll need to make this recipe...

Semi-sweet chocolate: Semi-sweet chocolate contains roughly 50-60% cocoa solids. Cheap 'dark' chocolate (like the supermarket own-brand stuff) usually falls into this category, and it's what I use most of the time. Milk chocolate contains less cocoa solids and therefore more sugar, which can cause your mixture to seize or split, so avoid this if you can.
Butter: This helps bind everything together with a nice glossy finish. I used unsalted butter for my cakes.
Golden syrup: This helps the chocolate and butter blend together smoothly without splitting. If you can't find golden syrup, runny honey works well too.
Cornflakes: The star of the show! You could also use chocolate Cornflakes if you want a stronger chocolate flavour.
Halloween cake decorations: I used a mix of edible eyes, Halloween cake sprinkles and mini orange chocolate drops. Feel free to use whatever spooky decorations you have on hand.

Kitchen equipment

Saucepan: To melt the chocolate, golden syrup and butter together. This can also be done in a heatproof bowl in the microwave if you prefer.
Cupcake tin or baking tray: One that fits 12 paper cupcake cases.
Cupcake cases: I used a mix of orange and black Halloween cupcake cases, but plain cases are fine too.
Utensils: Just a wooden spoon for mixing and a couple of smaller spoons for dividing the mixture into your cases!

unwrapped halloween cornflake cakes on a white cake stand

How to make Halloween Cornflake Cakes step-by-step

Step 1: Start by lining a cupcake tin with 12 Halloween paper cases. Set it aside, ready for your mixture to go into later.

Step 2: Break up 200g of semi-sweet chocolate and place it into a saucepan, along with 120g of butter and 4 tablespoons of golden syrup.

Step 3: Place the pan over low heat on the stove, stirring gently until it's completely melted. If you prefer to do this in the microwave, take it out and gently mix it every 30 seconds or so, to prevent burning or splitting.

Step 4: Once everything is melted, remove the pan from the heat and pour in 150g of Cornflakes. Mix well until all of the Cornflakes are fully coated in chocolate.

melted chocolate butter and golden syrup together in a saucepan

Step 5: Divide the mixture equally between your 12 cases then top with edible eyes and Halloween cake sprinkles.

topping the cakes with halloween sprinkles

Step 6: Let the cakes sit at room temperature for an hour or two until they're fully set then enjoy!

Cornflake cake tips

Use semi-sweet chocolate with 50-60% solids for the best flavour and texture. Avoid milk chocolate as it will cause your mixture to become grainy or even split completely.
Avoid packing the mixture too firmly into the cases. The melted chocolate will naturally hold everything together as it sets, so just spoon it in gently and let it hold its shape on its own.
Add the decorations on top while the mixture is still wet. This will prevent them from sliding off when you go to eat them.
Place your cakes into an airtight container as soon as they've set, to keep them fresh and crunchy for as long as possible.

FAQs

How long do Halloween Cornflake cakes last?

These will keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days. I prefer the texture when I store them at room temperature but you can keep them in the fridge if your kitchen is warm.

Can I freeze these cakes?

Yes, these are great for freezing if you want to do some party prepping in advance! Just place them in a single layer in an airtight container and freeze them for up to 3 months. To defrost, leave them in the fridge overnight or on a plate at room temperature for an hour or two. Do not refreeze.

What can I use if I don't have Halloween-themed sprinkles?

You can use any black, orange, green or purple sweets or sprinkles you have on hand. Mini M&Ms, Smarties and 'chocolate beans' for cake decorating work particularly well.

halloween cornflake cakes in orange paper cases

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I hope you have fun making these Halloween Cornflake cakes! If you make them at home, please leave a rating and comment below to let me know what you think. Enjoy!