Cornflakes are a popular, crunchy breakfast cereal enjoyed worldwide for their light texture and versatility. While most are commercially produced, you can easily make them at home with simple ingredients and steps.
Ingredients:
2 cups cornmeal (yellow or white)
1/4 cup sugar (optional, for sweetness)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
Cooking spray or oil (for baking sheet)
Process:
1. Prepare the mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Gradually add water while stirring to create a smooth, thick batter without lumps.
2. Cook the batter: Pour the mixture into a pot and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens into a firm, dough-like paste. This step ensures the cornmeal is fully cooked before baking.
3. Spread the paste: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. Spread the corn paste thinly and evenly over the sheet using a spatula.
4. Bake until crisp: Place the sheet in the oven and bake for about 40–50 minutes, or until the paste dries completely and becomes crisp.
5. Break into flakes: Once cooled, gently break the sheet into small flakes. For extra crunch, you can toast the flakes for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Store: Keep your homemade cornflakes in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
These homemade cornflakes are healthy, free from preservatives, and can be enjoyed with milk, yogurt, or as a snack. You can also experiment by adding honey, cinnamon, or nuts for extra flavor.
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