Description
These Christmas Wreath Cookies are a festive and delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. They are easy to make, no-bake cookies that resemble traditional Christmas wreaths, adorned with red candies. These sweet and crunchy cookies are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 30 large marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- green food coloring
- 4 cups cornflakes cereal
- red cinnamon candies or red mini M&Ms for decoration
- nonstick spray or butter for handling
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
- Add Flavor and Color: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and almond extracts, then add green food coloring until the mixture reaches your desired wreath color.
- Combine with Cornflakes: Gently fold in the cornflakes, stirring until fully coated.
- Shape the Wreaths: Lightly grease your hands with butter or nonstick spray and quickly shape the mixture into small wreaths by forming rounds and poking a hole in the center.
- Add Decorations: Place each wreath on wax paper or a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press a few red cinnamon candies or mini M&Ms onto each wreath while still sticky.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool and set completely before serving.
Notes
- Work quickly, as the mixture sets fast.
- If it gets too firm to shape, briefly warm it back on the stove over low heat.
- You can also shape them into balls for an easier version.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
