Christmas Wreath Cookies Recipe
These festive Christmas Wreath Cookies are a fun and easy holiday treat made with buttery marshmallow and cornflake clusters, decorated with red candies to resemble a cheerful holiday wreath. Perfect for holiday parties and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 wreath cookies 1x
- Category: Holiday Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 stick of butter (1/2 cup)
- 30 large marshmallows
- 6 drops green gel food coloring or 1 and 1/4 teaspoons liquid green food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins and Decorations
- 5 cups cornflakes
- 1 bottle of red hot candies or 1/2 cup red candy coated chocolates such as mini M&M’s
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Lightly coat a baking sheet or flat surface with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Melt the butter: In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter over low heat, ensuring it does not brown or burn.
- Add marshmallows: Add 30 large marshmallows to the melted butter, stirring constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth.
- Color and flavor the mixture: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 6 drops of green gel food coloring or 1 and 1/4 teaspoons of liquid green food coloring, along with 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, for flavor and the signature wreath color.
- Combine with cornflakes: Pour in 5 cups of cornflakes and gently fold until all of the cornflakes are evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture, being careful not to crush them.
- Form the wreath shapes: Using your hands coated lightly with cooking spray, shape the mixture into small wreath shapes, about 3 inches in diameter, making a hole in the center like a donut.
- Add decorations: While still sticky, press red hot candies or red candy-coated chocolates (about 1/2 cup) onto the wreaths to create the look of holly berries.
- Cool and set: Place the wreaths on the prepared baking sheet and allow them to cool and set completely at room temperature for about 30-45 minutes before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use cooking spray on your hands to prevent the sticky marshmallow mixture from adhering while shaping the wreaths.
- If you prefer a sweeter or different texture, substitute cornflakes with Rice Krispies for a puffier effect.
- These wreaths are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature and consumed within 3 days for optimal freshness.
- Adjust the amount of red candies according to your decoration preference or substitute with red M&Ms or cinnamon candies.
Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday treats, marshmallow cornflake wreaths, festive snacks, easy holiday dessert
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