Christmas Cornflake Wreaths
Delight in the festive spirit with these Christmas Cornflake Wreaths, a charming treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Combining crunchy cornflakes, gooey marshmallows, and colorful candies, these wreaths are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a delightful gift. Easy and customizable, they bring back cherished memories of family traditions while adding a touch of whimsy to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cornflakes
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 drops green food coloring (gel)
- 1/2 cup red hot candies or M&Ms
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing the counter and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and marshmallows together, stirring continuously until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the green food coloring and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gently fold in the cornflakes until thoroughly coated without crushing them.
- Lightly grease your hands and scoop portions of the mixture to shape into wreaths on the baking sheet. Decorate with red candies.
- Let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wreath (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize your wreaths with different colored food dye or sprinkles. Use fresh cornflakes for maximum crunchiness. Drizzle melted chocolate on top for an extra indulgent touch.