Cornflake Wreath Cookies
Cornflake Wreath Cookies are crunchy no-bake holiday treatsMade with marshmallows, butter, and cornflakesFestively shaped and decorated with red cinnamon candiesPerfect for quick Christmas desserts and gifting
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (10–15 drops or as desired)
- 4 cups cornflakes cereal
- Red cinnamon candies or mini red M&M’s (for decoration)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and green food coloring until evenly tinted.
- Gently fold in the cornflakes until fully coated.
- Grease your hands lightly with butter or spray.
- Scoop small handfuls of the mixture and form into wreath shapes on parchment paper.
- Add 2–3 red cinnamon candies to each wreath.
Notes
- Use fresh marshmallows for the best texture.
- Avoid pressing too hard when shaping to keep cookies light and crunchy.
- Add more food coloring if you prefer a brighter green.
- If mixture becomes too sticky, warm it slightly to soften.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them chewy and fresh.