Cornflake Wreaths
servings
Christmas Wreath Cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat! Turn cornflake cereal into festive treats with this easy recipe and just a handful of ingredients. No need to bake Christmas wreath cookies because they're made in a large pot on top of the stove.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 5 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ teaspoons green food coloring
- 4 cups cornflakes
- Cinnamon Imperials or Cinnamon Red Hot candies
- 10 single strands Twizzlers Pull N Peel Licorice cut in half
Instructions
- To start, form 20 licorice bows. It is important that you do this step first as once you form the cookies, they may harden before you add the decorations and won't stick.
- I used Twizzlers Pull 'n' Peel Licorice, and divided them into single strands and then cut those in half. Create a small loop in one end, and then with your other hand push the loose end up, creating the second loop. Squeezed the center of the bow to make sure everything sticks together. See picture in the post. Place the bows onto a cookie sheet or clean work surface for easy access while you decorate the wreaths.
- Prepare a clean work surface by lining it with a sheet of parchment paper or waxed paper. Place a large saucepan or pot over medium heat, and melt the butter.
- Pour the marshmallows into the pot and stir until completely melted.
- Add the vanilla and green food coloring and mix until thoroughly combined. Remove from heat. Mix in the cornflakes and stir well. Fill the sink or a large skillet with about an inch of hot water, and place pan into the hot water to keep warm while you work.
- Using a medium cookie scoop or two tablespoons of cornflake mixture, drop it onto the parchment. Grease your fingers with some butter and allow the mixture to cool slightly before forming it into a ball. Poke a hole into the center with your finger and form it into a wreath. Decorate each wreath with a few cinnamon candies and gently press the licorice bow onto it. Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 2mg