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Christmas Wreath Cookies

These no-bake Christmas Wreath Cookies are quick and easy to prepare, making them a festive treat without the hassle of baking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use unsalted butter for better control of flavor.
  • 10 ounces miniature marshmallows Miniature marshmallows melt faster and more evenly.
  • 1 teaspoon green food coloring Add more for a deeper green as needed.
  • 4 1/2 cups cornflake cereal Use fresh cornflakes for the best crunch.
  • 1/2 cup red cinnamon candies Press onto wreaths while still warm.
  • as needed nonstick cooking spray Use for shaping the wreaths.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a baking sheet or clean work surface with parchment paper or wax paper.
  2. Pour the red cinnamon candies into a small bowl and set it nearby.
Cooking
  1. Place a large saucepan over low to medium-low heat. Add the butter and let it melt slowly.
  2. Add the miniature marshmallows to the melted butter and stir often until a smooth mixture forms.
  3. Take the saucepan off the heat and pour in the green food coloring, stirring until there are no white streaks.
  4. Gently fold in the cornflakes with a spatula, ensuring each flake is coated.
  5. Shape a mound of the mixture into a circle on the prepared surface and press a small hole into the center.
  6. Press red cinnamon candies into the warm wreaths in small clusters.
  7. Let the wreaths sit at room temperature for 25 to 30 minutes until firm.

Notes

Keep the heat low when melting the marshmallows, and work quickly after adding the cornflakes to prevent sticking.