Description
Christmas Cornflake Wreaths are a festive and fun treat that captures the spirit of the holiday season. With a delightful combination of crunchy cornflakes, gooey marshmallows, and vibrant decorations, these wreaths not only look beautiful on your holiday table but also taste irresistible. Perfect for family gatherings or as a creative project with kids, this easy-to-follow recipe will help you create memories while indulging in sweet holiday cheer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cornflakes
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp green food coloring
- 1/2 cup Red Hots or melted candy melts (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and mix in green food coloring until you reach your desired shade.
- Gradually fold in cornflakes until each flake is evenly coated.
- Shape the mixture into wreaths on wax paper, creating holes in the center for authenticity.
- While still warm, decorate with Red Hots or melted candy melts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg