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    Easy Cornflake Tart

    Published: Feb 6, 2023 · by Radwa.

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    This delicious cornflake tart is a classic English dessert made with a crispy crust, crunchy cornflakes and a thin layer of jam.

    For me, this is more delicious than breakfast cereal in the morning and so good with a cup of tea in the afternoon. I also like to serve it with ice cream, whipped cream or custard for an easy family dessert.

    Cornflake tart in a serving plate.
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    • Cornflake Tart
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Cornflake Tart?
    • Top tips!
    • Variations
    • Storage
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More Easy Tart Recipes
    • Recipe Card
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    Cornflake Tart

    There’s nothing that screams “classic dessert recipe” other than this Easy Cornflake Tart. This recipe is a childhood staple, a popular 80s treat and is also very simple to make.

    This cornflake jam tart is made with simple ingredients, yet it is rich and delicious and the ingredients are very easy to find, making it a hassle-free, nostalgic and delicious bake.

    It is also extremely versatile and can be served on different occasions for different purposes.

    I highly recommend this recipe for amateur or budding bakers. This does not need advanced skills or specialized equipment to make.

    Now, the best part: how to make the most delicious (and easy!) tart ever.

    A slice of the cornflake tart.

    Ingredients

    Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Shortcrust pastry: I use store-bought shortcut pastry. However, feel free to make your own pastry if you like.

    Butter: To make this tart dairy-free or vegan, substitute butter for a dairy-free spread.

    Golden syrup: Golden Syrup or Golden Treacle is a sweet ingredient commonly found in the UK. It is the main source of the sweetness of this tart. Corn syrup and maple syrup are good substitutes for golden syrup.

    Light brown soft sugar: Brown sugar gives your tasty tart its golden-brown color while adding a more subtle sweetness to it. However, you may replace it with caster sugar.

    Cornflakes: I use plain cornflakes; It adds crunch to the texture of the tart, which combines well with the flaky texture of the pastry.

    Strawberry jam: Strawberry Jam is my favorite; it complements the cornflakes by adding its fruity flavor into the mix. You can also use raspberry or blueberry jam instead.

    How to Make Cornflake Tart?

    One: Preheat the oven to 180C / 350F.

    Two: Unroll the pastry and press it in the bottom and sides of a 23cm tart tin. Make sure to trim the edges away and then bake for 15 minutes.

    Tip: Make sure your pastry is still cold to get a flaky texture! Do not bake a pastry that has already reached room temperature.

    Heat butter, golden syrup, sugar, and a pinch of salt over low heat until melted.

    Three: In a large saucepan, heat butter, golden syrup, sugar, and a pinch of salt over low heat until melted. Make sure to stir frequently to avoid burning the sugar.

    Stir in cornflakes and mix to coat.

    Four: Stir in cornflakes and mix to coat.

    Spread jam on the baked pastry base, then top it with the cornflake mixture.

    Five: Spread the jam on the baked pastry base, then top it with the cornflake mixture and gently press down.

    Six: Bake again in the oven for another 5 minutes or until the top is golden.

    Tip: Your tart is cooked once it becomes golden brown.

    Seven: Take it out of the oven, let it cool, cut with a sharp knife and then serve and enjoy.

    Overhead shot to cornflake tart.

    Top tips!

    • If you keep your pastry in the freezer, make sure to defrost it before lining your tart. A Frozen pastry will not cook well and will most likely break when you’re trying to line your tart tin.
    • Mix the cornflakes and the melted mixture well. This will help quote your cornflakes for maximum flavor and it will also keep them together and prevent them from falling apart.

    Variations

    • Make your cornflake tart without pastry if you like.
    • You can add some chocolate chips or nuts to the cornflake mixture and spoon it into muffin tin cups to make chocolate cornflake cakes.
    Cut the cornflake tart into slices.

    Storage

    How to store: I store this Easy Cornflake Tart in the fridge in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.

    How to freeze: First, I cut the tart into 12 pieces, cover each one with layers of cling film, put them in an airtight container, and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Cut the cornflake tart.

    Recipe FAQs

    How do I cut my shortcrust pastry to fit into the tins?

    You can always opt to cut it before putting it in the tins or you can unfold the pastry and gently press into the sides of the tin, push up the pastry against the sides of the tin, and then trim off the overhanging pastry.

    Can I make this tart gluten-free?

    Yes, you can. You need to use gluten-free cornflakes and gluten-free shortcrust pastry.

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    Cut a slice of the cornflake tart.
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    5 from 3 votes

    Easy Cornflake Tart

    This delicious cornflake tart is a classic English dessert made with crunchy cornflakes and a thin layer of jam. It is more delicious than breakfast cereal in the morning.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine British
    Diet Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 14 Servings
    Calories 177kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Tart baking tin
    • Kitchen scales
    • Saucepan
    • Wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    • 320 g ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
    • 25 g light brown soft sugar
    • 50 g butter
    • pinch of salt
    • 125 g golden syrup
    • 100 g cornflakes
    • ¼ cup strawberry jam

    Instructions

    • Heat the oven to 180C / 350F. Unroll the pastry and press it in the bottom, corners and sides of a 23cm tart tin; trim the edges away and then bake for 15 minutes.
      320 g ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
    • In a small saucepan, heat butter, golden syrup, sugar and salt (stirring frequently) until melted.
      25 g light brown soft sugar, 50 g butter, 125 g golden syrup, pinch of salt
    • Stir in cornflakes, and mix to coat.
      100 g cornflakes
    • Spread the jam on the baked pastry base, then top it with the cornflake mixture and gently press down.
      ¼ cup strawberry jam
    • Bake again in the oven for another 5 minutes or until the top is golden.

    Notes

    • Mix the cornflakes and the melted mixture well. This will help quote your cornflakes for maximum flavor and it will also keep them together and prevent them from falling apart.
    • To make this tart dairy-free or vegan, substitute butter for a dairy-free spread.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 128IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 3mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Becky says

      February 06, 2023 at 9:54 am

      5 stars
      Made this tart with my daughter, so easy and so delicious and crunchy!

      Reply
    2. Natalie says

      February 06, 2023 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      Highly recommend, This recipe was a hit in our family, and we will definitely be making it again; thank you so much for the recipe!

      Reply
    5 from 3 votes (1 rating without comment)

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