Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies Recipe
Festive Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies made with marshmallows, butter, and cinnamon candies. A quick no-bake holiday treat everyone will love.
9 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter
- 1 16 oz bag marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon green food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ½ cups cornflake cereal
- 1 package cinnamon red hot candies
Instructions
Prepare the baking sheet
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
Melt the butter and marshmallows
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth.
Add flavoring and color
- Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and green food coloring until evenly combined.
Incorporate the cereal
- Gently fold in the cornflake cereal, ensuring all flakes are thoroughly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
Shape the wreaths
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. With lightly greased or damp fingers, form a small hole in the center of each mound to resemble a wreath.
Decorate with candies
- Place three cinnamon red hot candies on each wreath to create a holly-berry effect.
Cool and serve
- Allow the wreaths to cool at room temperature until firm. Once set, serve and enjoy.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten free, substitute the standard cornflake cereal with a certified gluten-free variety. Ensure the marshmallows and food coloring are also labeled gluten free to avoid cross-contamination.