**Crushed Corn Flakes: A Versatile Ingredient for Sweet and Savory Dishes**
Crushed corn flakes are a versatile ingredient that can be used to add texture, flavor, and crunch to a variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. Made from cornmeal, sugar, and salt, corn flakes are a breakfast cereal that is often enjoyed with milk. However, when crushed, corn flakes can be used as a topping for casseroles, mixed into meatballs or meatloaf, or even used as a breading for fried foods. Their mild flavor and crispy texture make them a great addition to many different recipes. In this article, we'll share three delicious recipes that showcase the versatility of crushed corn flakes: Cornflake Crusted Chicken Tenders, Cornflake Cookies, and Cornflake Casserole. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, a sweet treat, or a hearty casserole, these recipes are sure to please. So, get ready to discover the many ways you can use crushed corn flakes in your cooking!
BAKED CORNFLAKE CHICKEN
This is a good, healthy, baked alternative to fried chicken!
Provided by Sara M
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Stir milk, egg, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl.
- Dredge each chicken breast in milk mixture; roll in cornflakes to coat. Transfer to a baking sheet or dish.
- Bake until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 178.7 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 49.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 361.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CRISPY BAKED CORN FLAKE CHICKEN
I took a recipe off a box of baking mix and altered it to make it easier. The result was this moist oven-fried chicken with a thick golden coating that's a lot crisper than the original. -Angela Capettini, Boynton Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Drizzle butter in a 13x9-in. baking dish. In a shallow bowl, combine the cornflakes, flour and seasoned salt. Place egg substitute in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg substitute, then roll in cornflake mixture. Repeat., Arrange chicken in prepared dish, meatier side down. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Turn chicken over; bake until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, 10 to 15 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 972mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.
CORNFLAKE-CRUSTED BAKED CHICKEN
This chicken has the satisfying crust of its fried cousin, but it's baked instead, making it a healthier dinner alternative.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Rinse chicken, and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk egg with 1 tablespoon water. In a large bowl, mix cornflakes with oil, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Working with one piece at a time, dip chicken in egg mixture, then coat with seasoned cornflakes, pressing flakes to help them adhere. Transfer coated pieces to a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake until golden brown and crisp, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 g, Fat 19 g, Protein 4 g
OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN WITH A CORN FLAKE CRUST
For Chicken with a Corn Flake Crust, reduce the fat, remove the chicken skin before coating.
Provided by Irma S. Rombauer
Categories Chicken Bake Quick & Easy
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Dip the chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then coat with the corn flake mixture, patting with your fingers to make the crumbs adhere. The chicken can be prepared to this point up to 3 hours in advance and kept, uncovered, in the refrigerator. Arrange the chicken skin side up on the baking sheet. If you wish, drizzle over the chicken:
- 2 to 3 tablespoons melted butter
- Bake until the chicken is crisp and golden, 45 to 60 minutes. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
CHEESY QUICHE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heavily spray a 12-cup nonstick muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 6 minutes. Remove the bacon to a plate with a slotted spoon and pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat (see Cook's Note) into a large, heatproof bowl. To the bacon fat, add the crushed corn flakes and Cheddar. Stir the mixture together until it starts to clump. Press the mixture into the cups of the prepared muffin pan. Bake until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and cool slightly on a baking rack in the pan.
- Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the onions and cook until softened and starting to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle on the mustard, salt, paprika and pepper. Stir the collard greens into the onion mixture. Continue cooking the greens, stirring occasionally, until wilted, 5 to 6 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk together the half-and-half and eggs, then stir in the greens. Pour some of the egg mixture into each crust in the pan to come about three-quarters of the way up and sprinkle on the bacon. Bake until the egg has set and doesn't jiggle, 15 to 20 minutes. Set the mini quiches on a baking rack for 10 minutes to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.
NO-BAKE EASY CORN FLAKE CRUNCHIES
I have been making these incredibly easy, sweet treats since I was a kid, and I still LOVE THEM! I don't do the add-ins 'cause I think they are great without them. One tip: try to work fairly quickly after removing from heat because the mixture gets harder to work with as it cools. Having all the ingreds. pre-measured before starting makes this a lot easier. This is a great treat
Provided by Manda
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 15m
Yield 45 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat sugar and corn syrup in large saucepan until mixture reaches a boil.
- Remove from heat.
- Mix in peanut butter and vanilla; combine well.
- Stir in corn flakes and desired add-ins.
- Shape into small mounds (about 1 inch) on waxed paper to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.7, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 57.7, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 2.1
HOMEMADE CORN FLAKES CEREAL
This recipe for corn flakes cereal made from scratch bakes in the oven. It stays crunchy in milk and has a lovely sweet and toasted corn flavor that is almost identical to that of the boxed cereal. The recipe makes a small batch (enough for 2 to 3 small bowls of cereal), but you can easily double or triple it-just be sure to divide the batter into additional baking sheets so that it doesn't come out too thick. This cereal is also great to snack on, to top yogurt or ice cream, or to crush to use as breading.
Provided by Alejandra Ramos
Time 2h10m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and grease lightly with oil or baking spray.
- Whisk 1 cup of the cornmeal with the sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Add the vanilla extract and 3/4 cup water, a little at a time, stirring until the batter is smooth and thin. If it's too dry, add additional water. You want something the consistency of pancake batter.
- Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread out evenly. (It won't reach the edges, but that's OK. You want a nice thin layer, about 1/4 to 1/3 inch thick.)
- Combine the remaining 1/2 cup cornmeal with 1 teaspoon water and mix until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs; add an additional teaspoon or 2 of water, if too dry.
- Sprinkle the top of the batter with the cornmeal crumbs (this will help give it a little extra crunchy texture).
- Bake on the center rack, keeping a close eye on it, until the dough has dried out and cracked, 10 to 15 minutes. You're looking for a cracked arid-desert landscape look to it.
- Remove from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 250 degrees F. Let the baking sheet cool, then use your hands to tear and crack the dough into small flakes. Return to the oven and bake on the center rack until the pieces are toasted, crisp, and golden, about 45 minutes.
- Let cool completely before serving with milk or as you would any cereal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Choose the right corn flakes: Not all corn flakes are created equal. For crushed corn flakes, you want to use a variety that is not too sweet or salty. Plain corn flakes are a good option, or you can use a flavored variety that you enjoy.
- Crush the corn flakes to the desired consistency: You can use a food processor, blender, or rolling pin to crush the corn flakes. If you want a fine powder, use a food processor or blender. If you want a coarser texture, use a rolling pin.
- Use crushed corn flakes as a breading: Crushed corn flakes make a great breading for chicken, fish, and vegetables. They add a crispy texture and a mild flavor.
- Use crushed corn flakes as a topping: Crushed corn flakes can be used as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or fruit. They add a crunchy texture and a sweet flavor.
- Use crushed corn flakes as a snack: Crushed corn flakes can be enjoyed as a snack on their own or mixed with nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.
Conclusion:
Crushed corn flakes are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes. They are a great way to add texture, flavor, and crunch to your favorite dishes. Whether you are using them as a breading, a topping, or a snack, crushed corn flakes are sure to please everyone at the table.
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