Cooking with children: chocolate cornflakes cake
Everyone loves crunchy cornflake cakes, no matter how old they are. Get the whole family in the kitchen to make these easy bites. It’s a perfect activity to get the kids involved and have fun together! This recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal ingredients – just chocolate and cornflakes. The children have a lot of fun mixing chocolate and cornflakes and filling the cake cases. These delicious treats can be enjoyed as a dessert or a tasty snack. Let your little ones show off their cooking skills and create lasting memories with this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
- 50g butter
- 100 g milk or dark chocolate, broken into pieces
- 3 tbsp golden syrup
- 100g cornflakes
Tip
Tip for cooking with children
Before you begin, tie back long hair, put on your aprons, and wash your hands. Make sure your child is stable where they are cooking and is comfortable with the angle at which they are cooking. When cooking, explain where the different ingredients come from.
Preparation steps
- Weigh the ingredients.
- Older children can do this themselves under supervision and little ones can help pour or spoon ingredients onto the scale.
- Place butter, chocolate and golden syrup in a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.
- Place the cornflakes in another large bowl.
- Melt butter, chocolate and golden syrup in a saucepan over low heat or briefly in the microwave.
- Allow to cool slightly before pouring over the cornflakes.
- Gently stir the ingredients together with a wooden spoon.
- Divide the mixture into 12 cupcake cases arranged on a muffin tin (or baking sheet if you don’t have one).
- Adults will have to do this for younger children or just arrange it on a tray and let the mess happen.
- Place in the fridge to set.
Nutritional Information
Equipment and tools
Here are the equipment and tools you need to make chocolate cornflake cake:
- mixing bowl
- Pot
- spatula
- Cupcake cases or baking tray
Allergen information
The chocolate cornflake cake recipe contains the following allergens:
- Dairy products: butter, milk or dark chocolate
Storage and leftovers
After you make the chocolate cornflake cakes, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
If there are any leftovers, you can also store them in the refrigerator for a longer shelf life.
Health Benefits of Cooking with Kids: Chocolate Cornflake Cake
Cooking with children can be a wonderful and educational experience for both parents and children. Not only does it teach valuable kitchen skills, but it also encourages creativity and helps develop a love for homemade food. One such recipe that you can enjoy with your little ones is “Chocolate Cornflake Cake”.
Ingredients
- 50g butter
- 100 g milk or dark chocolate, broken into pieces
- 3 tbsp golden syrup
- 100g cornflakes
Health benefits
While chocolate cornflake cakes may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of healthy snacks, this recipe has several surprising health benefits:
1. Nutritional value of cornflakes
Cornflakes, a common ingredient in this recipe, are made from ground corn kernels and fortified with essential vitamins and minerals. They are low in fat and are a good source of carbohydrates that provide energy to the growing body.
2. Chocolate and mood boosting
The presence of chocolate in this recipe adds a touch of indulgence while providing potentially mood-boosting benefits. Dark chocolate, in particular, contains antioxidants that can improve mood and reduce stress.
3. Development of motor skills
Making chocolate cornflake cake requires several motor skills such as stirring, pouring and mixing. These activities help children improve their hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
4. Learning in science and mathematics
Cooking provides an excellent opportunity to introduce children to science and math concepts. Explaining to your little ones where ingredients come from and how they interact during the cooking process promotes their understanding of biology, chemistry, and basic math principles.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable cooking experience with your children, remember to take necessary precautions. Tie back long hair, put on aprons, and wash your hands before you begin. Also make sure your child is stable and comfortable at the cooking station and that the angle is appropriate for their height.
So next time you’re looking for a fun and educational cooking activity, try making chocolate cornflake cake with your kids. It’s a delicious treat full of surprising health benefits!
