Description
The Holiday Cornflake Wreath Delights recipe provides a whimsical and delicious way to celebrate the festive season. These delightful treats combine the crunchiness of cornflakes with the gooey sweetness of marshmallows, enhanced by a touch of vibrant green color and red cinnamon candies for a festive look. Perfect for holiday parties, gift-giving, or simply as a creative activity with kids, these cookies are not only fun to make but also irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 50 large marshmallows (almost an entire 16 ounce package)
- 1 teaspoon green gel food coloring
- 4 ½ cups cornflake cereal
- ¼ cup red cinnamon candies
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a medium or large heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until they are completely melted and smooth.
- Add Food Coloring: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the green gel food coloring until the color is evenly distributed throughout the marshmallow mixture.
- Combine with Cornflakes: In a large mixing bowl, place the cornflake cereal. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the cornflakes and gently mix, ensuring each flake is well coated.
- Shape Wreaths: Using a heaping teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape them into wreaths, making a small hole in the center of each.
- Decorate: While the mixture is still warm, press the red cinnamon candies into the wreaths to resemble berries. This adds a pop of color and a hint of cinnamon flavor.
- Set and Serve: Allow the wreaths to sit at room temperature for about an hour to harden. Once set, they are ready to be served or stored for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes