FAQs
Cornflake Tart is classic UK school dinner dessert, served across Scotland, England, Wales and Ireland. A rich, sweet shortcrust pastry base, with a layer of jam (usually strawberry or raspberry), and topped with a delicious golden syrup laced cornflake concoction.
Why are my cornflake cakes soggy? ›
If there's too much chocolate and not enough cornflakes in this Easter cake, the cornflakes will get soggy. Prevent this from occurring by following the ratio of chocolate to cornflakes listed in the recipe.
Why is it called cornflake girl? ›
According to Tori Amos, a Cornflake girl was a girl who would pretend to be close to you but was actually working behind your back. This was in contrast to a raisin girl who was consistent in their feelings whether they were with you or not.
What is the most expensive cornflake? ›
Two sisters from Virginia sold their Illinois-shaped corn flake on eBay Friday night for $1,350. Two sisters from Virginia sold their Illinois-shaped corn flake on eBay Friday night for $1,350. "We were biting our nails all the way up to the finish, seeing what would happen," said Melissa McIntire, 23.
How do you make corn flakes taste better? ›
To add some base flavor, it also doesn't hurt to add a few shakes of salt. Now, if you want, you can optionally sweeten your Corn Flakes by adding a little sugar. Personally, I don't like my Corn Flakes overly sweet, so I just added a smidge of sugar.
How long can you store cornflake cakes? ›
Whatever you decide to use, you need 200g in total. If you are feeling extra adventurous, then try white chocolate or even puffed rice cereal! This is enough to make about 24 cornflake cakes and they keep for about 3 days in the fridge covered, although good luck making them last more than 1 day!
Why are my Rice Krispie treats tough? ›
If you melt the marshmallows too fast, it might result in a Rice Kripsy treat that is harder and crunchy than chewy. Take your time and let the butter and marshmallows melt slowly. Use an 8×8 or slightly smaller pan. Use a small and deep pan if you want thick and chewy rice Krispy treats.
Where did cornflake cakes come from? ›
Known in England since about 1965, we're obliged to our correspondent Trish Johnston for pointing out that they may be derived from "the rice crispies version which I am familiar with, the Chocolate Crackle, originated in Australia. It was featured in The Australian Women's Weekly in 1937."
Who invented cornflake breakfast? ›
John H. Kellogg invented Corn Flakes®, the first dry, flaked breakfast cereal. Corn Flakes became the most popular dry breakfast cereal in the world and transformed the typical American breakfast. Kellogg was born in Tyrone Township, Michigan.
Where did Gypsy tarts come from? ›
The Story Behind Gypsy Tart
It is said to have originated on the Isle of Sheppey, on Kent's northern coast.
History of the milk tart
It originated in the Dutch Cape Colony in the 1700s, amongst the Afrikaner population. It is believed to have developed from the Dutch 'Mattentaart', which was a cheesecake-like dessert. The Afrikaans name for this pudding is 'melktert', which translates directly to its English name, milk tart.
