Description
Festive holiday “cornflake wreath cookies” sparkle with green-tinted marshmallow magic and cheerful sprinkle decorations. Holiday bakers can craft these nostalgic treats quickly, delighting friends and family with a classic Christmas sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups cornflakes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
Binding/Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Color/Decoration Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup green food coloring
- 1/4 cup red candies or red hots
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat, ensuring a non-stick surface for easy cookie removal.
- In a spacious, heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
- Once butter is completely liquefied, add marshmallows and continue stirring until they transform into a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Remove the pan from heat and quickly stir in vanilla extract and salt, blending thoroughly to create a uniform consistency.
- Gradually fold cornflakes into the marshmallow mixture, gently coating each flake without crushing them, ensuring even distribution.
- Drop a few drops of green food coloring into the mixture, stirring carefully to achieve a vibrant, festive holiday hue.
- Using buttered hands or a silicone spatula, carefully shape the mixture into a wreath-like form on the prepared baking sheet.
- Strategically place red candies around the wreath to mimic holly berries, pressing them gently into the surface.
- Allow the wreath to set and cool at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes until it becomes firm and holds its shape.
- Lightly dust the completed wreath with powdered sugar for a delicate, snow-like finish.
- Once fully cooled, slice into individual servings or break into rustic pieces for serving.
Notes
- Prevent sticky hands by lightly coating them with butter or cooking spray when shaping the wreath, ensuring smooth and effortless molding.
- Swap green food coloring with natural alternatives like matcha powder or spirulina for a healthier, more vibrant green color that adds nutritional benefits.
- Experiment with different candies like mini M&Ms, sprinkles, or crushed peppermint for creative variations that personalize the holiday treat.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, separating layers with parchment paper to maintain their crisp texture and prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: No-Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg