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No-Bake Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies

These No-Bake Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies are cheerful, simple, and bring back nostalgic holiday charm with a sweet, buttery flavor and a festive look.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 20 wreath cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 tablespoons butter For the mixture and greasing hands
  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows (about 6 cups) For a soft and chewy texture
  • 1 teaspoon green food coloring Gel gives a deeper green color
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor
  • 6 cups cornflakes Main ingredient for shape and crunch
  • 60 to 80 pieces mini red candies For decoration, use 3 to 4 per wreath
  • Butter or nonstick spray For greasing hands

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper and grease your hands with butter or nonstick spray.
Melting
  1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and mini marshmallows. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until mostly melted.
Mixing
  1. Stir in green food coloring and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and evenly colored.
  2. Fold in the cornflakes gently until coated, working quickly to maintain texture.
Shaping
  1. Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the mixture onto the wax paper, pressing a hole in the center to shape into a ring.
  2. Adjust the edges for a nice round look and repeat until all mixture is used.
Decorating and Setting
  1. Press 3 to 4 mini red candies onto each wreath like holly berries.
  2. Refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until the cookies are firm.

Notes

These cookies are perfect for all kinds of occasions, including Christmas parties, school events, and family gatherings. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days and frozen for up to 2 months. Be sure not to overheat marshmallows and grease your hands for easier shaping.