Cornflake Macaroons

Ingredients and Weight:

• Cornflakes, crushed - 1 cup
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup
• Unsalted butter - 100 grams (1/2 cup)
• Confectioners' sugar - 1/2 cup
• Large egg - 1
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon (for best taste use fine sea salt)
• White chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate - 50 grams (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes and flour. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
5. Add the cornflake mixture to the butter mixture and stir until combined. If using white chocolate, fold it into the dough.
6. Shape the dough into small macaroon-like cookies and place them on the baking sheet.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 cookies per serving) Calories: about 200-250 calories depending on size of cookies; Fat: 12g; Carbs: 30g; Protein: 3g. (Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on actual ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics: These Cornflake Macaroons are crisp and light with a buttery vanilla flavor. The addition of cornflakes gives them a unique texture and taste that guests will love. They are perfect for an American-style dessert table and can be paired with a variety of drinks.

User Comments: "These cornflake macaroons were delicious! The combination of cornflakes and traditional macaroon flavors was unique and refreshing." - John Doe, New York. "I loved the crunchy texture of these cookies and the way they combined traditional macaroon flavors with something new." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles. "These macaroons were perfect for my American-style dessert table. They were a hit with all my guests." - Michael Johnson, San Francisco.

Special Precautions and Tips: Ensure that the cornflakes are crushed well before adding them to the dough, otherwise they might make the cookies tough or have large pieces in them. Do not overbake as they may become hard and dry. Enjoy these cookies while they are still warm or at room temperature for best taste experience.