Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies

These colorful cornflake wreaths are super easy to make and fun to eat! Perfect for parties and for kids to get creative during the holidays.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 118 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 4 cups cornflakes cereal
• 1 (2.25 ounce) package cinnamon red hot candies
• waxed paper
• 1 teaspoon green food coloring, or as needed
• 0.5 cup butter
• 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a baking tray with waxed paper.

Step 2

Place marshmallows and butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir, then microwave on high for 2 minutes more; stir.

Step 3

Allow cookies to cool and set, about 15 minutes; store in an airtight container.

Step 4

Gather all ingredients.

Step 5

Mix in coloring, almond extract, and vanilla until the desired color is reached; gently stir in cornflakes to coat.

Step 6

Drop by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared tray and use lightly greased fingers to form wreath shapes; decorate with 3 red hots each.