Christmas Wreath Cookies
Nothing says "cute Christmas cookies" like these adorable, yummy Christmas wreath cookies. Let the kids help decorate and play some Christmas music while you're working together in the kitchen. Such fun!
Notes
- When the wreaths dry, you may string them with nylon string or gold ribbons and use them as tree ornaments. They'll last indefinitely as tree ornaments.
- For eating, these cookies stay fresh about a month, stored in an airtight container. Be sure not to store them until they are completely cool.
Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
If you enjoyed making our Christmas Wreath Cookies, you'll love trying out some more festive holiday recipes! One delicious option is our classic Gingerbread Cookies. The warm spices and sweet molasses flavor make them the perfect treat for the holiday season. Plus, they're a blast to decorate with icing and sprinkles!
For a fun twist on a traditional favorite, why not try making Peppermint Bark? This easy-to-make treat combines creamy white chocolate with refreshing peppermint flavors, creating a delightful holiday confection that's sure to impress your friends and family.
If you're a fan of the sweet and salty flavor combo, you'll definitely want to give our Chocolate-covered Pretzel Rods a try. These crunchy pretzel rods are dipped in rich chocolate and decorated with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes. They're a simple yet satisfying treat that's perfect for holiday parties or edible gifts.
No matter which recipe you choose to try next, we hope you have a blast getting creative in the kitchen and spreading holiday cheer with your delicious homemade treats! Happy baking!
Cooking Time6 min
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 30 large marshmallows (3 cups)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon liquid green food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups cornflakes
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon red-hot candies
Instructions
- Melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the marshmallows and melt them over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth (about 6 minutes). Do not use the microwave to melt the marshmallows unless you have an enormous microwave-proof bowl — marshmallows swell considerably when heated.
- Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the food coloring and vanilla until the mixture is well blended.
- Stir in the cornflakes until well coated.
- Keep the mixture warm by placing the saucepan in a large pot or skillet filled with 1 inch of very hot tap water. Replace the water as it cools.
- Working quickly to keep the mixture from hardening before it is shaped, use two spoons (coated with nonstick vegetable spray) or lightly greased fingers, to drop heaping tablespoon-sized mounds of the cornflake mixture onto waxed paper sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
- Shape into wreaths using either the spoons or your hands, either lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray.
- Immediately, while the wreaths are still sticky, decorate them with the cinnamon red-hot candies. Five candies, equally spaced around the wreaths like star points, give the best look.
