Description
These Cornflake Christmas Wreath Cookies are a festive and fun no-bake treat perfect for the holiday season. Made with crispy cornflakes coated in a sweet, melty marshmallow mixture tinted green with food colouring, and decorated with colorful sprinkles or red M&M’s, these wreath-shaped cookies are easy to make and sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Mixture
- 1/2 cup (114 grams) unsalted butter
- 10 ounces (283 grams) mini marshmallows (about 6 cups)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon green gel food colouring (or to desired colour)
Main Ingredient
- 6 cups (180 grams) corn flakes
Decorations
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles or red M&M’s
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to ensure the cookies do not stick later.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a large pot or wide pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until they are fully melted and smooth, creating a sticky but pliable mixture.
- Add Flavour and Colour: Stir in the vanilla extract and green gel food colouring until the mixture is evenly tinted a festive green shade.
- Combine with Cornflakes: Add the cornflakes to the pot and fold them gently into the marshmallow mixture until they are all coated evenly, making sure not to crush the flakes.
- Shape Wreaths: Use a medium cookie scoop or your hands to portion small mounds onto the prepared baking sheet. If the mixture is too sticky, lightly oil your hands for easier handling. Shape each mound into a circle with a small hole in the center to form a classic wreath shape.
- Decorate and Set: Press sprinkles or red M&M’s onto the tops of each wreath to mimic holiday decorations. Allow the cookies to cool and set completely for at least 4 hours before serving to ensure they hold their shape.
Notes
- Lightly oil your hands before shaping wreaths to prevent sticking.
- Allow cookies to fully set for best texture and durability.
- You can substitute any small colorful candies or sprinkles for decoration.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- These cookies are best consumed within 3-4 days.
