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These Cornflake Wreath Cookies are a Christmas classic! They are so easy to make, delicious and remind me of a festive rice Krispy treat. Not to mention there are only 6 ingredients and no baking required!
Christmas is all about making memories and one of my favorite memories is making Christmas cookies. These wreath cookies have been a part of Christmas memories for a long time for a reason – they’re always a hit, they’re festive and they taste great. Here are a few more reasons to add them to your holiday baking list.
- No baking required. These cornflake wreath cookies are similar to Rice Krispies in that the only cooking required is melting the butter and marshmallows. So simple!
- Only 6 ingredients. They’re all pretty basic ingredients too, like cornflakes, marshmallows, and butter. I usually have almost everything I need to make these in the cupboard.
- Great for kids. Kids LOVE eating these but they also love helping. This is one recipe my kids and I usually make together. They love shaping the cookies and adding the Red Hots.
What You’ll Need
This classic Christmas recipe is made with just 6 ingredients. You can find the exact measurements in the recipe card below.
- Butter – I like to use unsalted butter but salted would be fine too.
- Marshmallows – I used the regular large marshmallows, but you could use another size. I’d just recommend measuring by weight with a food scale to ensure accurate measurements.
- Green food coloring – You can use either green gel icing color or liquid green food coloring. Both work fine in this recipe.
- Vanilla extract
- Cornflakes – The exact amount needed will depend on how soft or firm you want the wreath to be.
- Red Hot candies – For the berry decoration on the wreath.
Here’s an overview of how to make these easy Christmas wreath cookies. You can find the printable version of the instructions in the recipe card below.
- Prep. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Melt the marshmallows. Melt the butter over low heat then add the marshmallows. Stir continuously until they are fully melted. Add the food coloring and vanilla.
- Add the cornflakes. Gently stir the cornflakes into the marshmallow mixture, making sure they are all fully coated.
- Form the wreaths. Scoop 2 tablespoons of the mixture onto the baking sheet. Use your hands to shape them into a wreath. Top with a few Red Hots and then allow to cool.
Tips & Variations
- Don’t add too many cornflakes. Keep in mind that adding more or less cornflakes can lead to softer or firmer wreaths. It may also be difficult to coat them all with enough of the green mixture if you add too many.
- Stir gently. When you add the cornflakes, try to stir them into the mixture gently to prevent smashing them into little pieces.
- Grease your hands. If you find that the cornflake mixture sticks to your hands, you can grease them with butter or cooking spray.
- Use M&Ms. If you’re not a fan of red hots, you can decorate your cornflake wreaths with mini red M&Ms instead.
Proper Storage
- Room temperature. Christmas cornflake wreath cookies can be stored in an airtight container on the counter. They’re best enjoyed within a week.
- Freezer. Christmas wreath cookies also freeze well. Once they’ve cooled completely, you can store them in a Ziploc bag or freezer-safe container. You may want to add parchment paper between layers. Thaw in the fridge before enjoying.
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Recipe
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Description
These Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies are a Christmas classic. They are so easy to make and delicious. Not to mention there are only 6 ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter
- 30 large (206g) marshmallows
- 6 drops green gel icing color or 1 ½ tsp liquid green food coloring
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4–5 cups (112g-140g) cornflakes
- 1 bottle of Red Hot candies
Instructions
- Line a sheet pan or cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicon baking mat.
- Add the butter to a large pot and melt over low heat, then add the marshmallows. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted, then add the green coloring and vanilla extract.
- Add the cornflakes to the pot and gently stir until they are all well-coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons at a time and drop onto the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands to shape each one into a wreath. If the mixture is sticking to your hands, you can grease them with butter or cooking spray.
- Top each wreath with a few Red Hots, then allow to cool completely.
Notes
- Marshmallows – I used the regular large marshmallows, but you could use another size. I’d just recommend measuring by weight with a food scale to ensure accurate measurements.
- Cornflakes – Keep in mind that adding more or less cornflakes can lead to softer or firmer wreaths. It may also be difficult to coat them all with enough of the green mixture if you add too many.
- Red Hots – You won’t need the whole container. If you’re not a fan of red hots, you can decorate with mini red M&Ms instead.
- Grease your hands – If you find that the cornflake mixture sticks to your hands, try greasing them with butter or cooking spray.
- Storage – Christmas cornflake wreath cookies can be stored in an airtight container on the counter. They’re best enjoyed within a week.
- Freezing – Christmas wreath cookies also freeze well. Once they’ve cooled completely, you can store them in a Ziploc bag or freezer-safe container. You may want to add parchment paper between layers. Thaw in the fridge before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 83.7 mg
- Fat: 7.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 22.2 g
- Protein: 1.1 g
- Cholesterol: 20.3 mg
