Cornflakes fold into melted marshmallow and butter to make these no-bake wreaths. Red and green sprinkles decorate the naturally golden cereal rather than turning it green.
Before you begin: Prepare the tray before melting and shape promptly; no green coloring is listed in this recipe.
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Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies: 1 Easy Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 wreaths 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Create festive and easy Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies. These no-bake treats are perfect for holiday gatherings and fun for kids to make.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cornflakes cereal
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red and green sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Grease a baking sheet or parchment paper.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine marshmallows and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir. Microwave for another 30 seconds, or until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add the Cornflakes cereal to the marshmallow mixture. Stir until well coated.
- Working quickly, shape the mixture into wreath forms on the prepared baking sheet. You can use greased hands or spoons.
- Decorate your Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies with red and green sprinkles while the mixture is still sticky.
- Allow the cookies to set completely before serving.
Notes
- For smaller wreaths, use about 1/2 cup of the mixture.
- Ensure all decorations are added before the cookies harden.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for melting marshmallows)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies: 1 Easy Recipe — Cornflakes fold into melted marshmallow and butter to make these no-bake wreaths. Red and green sprinkles decorate the naturally golden cereal rather than turning it green. Jump to Recipe Prep:
Why This Recipe Works
- Marshmallow binds the cereal without oven baking.
- Greased hands help shape the sticky mixture.
- Sprinkles adhere while the wreaths are still sticky.
Practical Tips
Prepare the tray before melting and shape promptly; no green coloring is listed in this recipe.
Serving and Variations
Allow the wreaths to set completely before lifting them from the tray.
Storage
Keep fully set wreaths in an airtight container with parchment between layers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the key preparation detail?
Prepare the tray before melting and shape promptly; no green coloring is listed in this recipe.
What gives this recipe its texture?
Marshmallow binds the cereal without oven baking. Greased hands help shape the sticky mixture.
How should I serve it?
Allow the wreaths to set completely before lifting them from the tray.
How should I keep leftovers?
Keep fully set wreaths in an airtight container with parchment between layers.
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Recipe author: Jannet Lisa
