Description
These Christmas wreaths are no-bake holiday treats made with cornflakes, marshmallows, and butter, shaped into festive wreaths and decorated with red candies. Quick, simple, and fun for kids and adults alike, they double as both a dessert and edible décor.
Ingredients
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½ cup (113 g / 1 stick) unsalted butter
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30 large marshmallows (about 10 oz / 285 g) or 5 cups (250 g) mini marshmallows
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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4 ½ cups (120 g) cornflakes cereal
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½ teaspoon green gel food coloring (adjust for color)
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Red cinnamon candies, red mini M&Ms, or sprinkles (for berries)
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Nonstick cooking spray or extra butter for greasing
Optional:
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1 tablespoon corn syrup (for glossy finish)
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Holiday sprinkles for added décor
Instructions
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Prepare pans: Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease. Butter a spoon or spatula to prevent sticking.
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Melt base: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir constantly until completely smooth. Remove from heat.
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Color & flavor: Stir in vanilla extract, then add green food coloring until evenly tinted.
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Fold cereal: Gently fold in cornflakes until fully coated with marshmallow mixture. Work quickly before it sets.
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Shape wreaths: With buttered hands, scoop small portions onto prepared sheets. Form into rounds with a hole in the center, resembling wreaths.
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Decorate: While still warm, press red candies or sprinkles on as berries.
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Set: Allow to cool and firm for 20–30 minutes at room temperature. Serve once hardened.
Notes
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Keep heat low to prevent marshmallows from stiffening.
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Work quickly—the mixture sets fast.
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For consistent size, use a measuring cup or scoop.
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Add candies while still warm so they stick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wreath
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Christmas wreath recipe, no bake holiday treats, cornflake wreaths, Christmas marshmallow wreath cookies