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Christmas Wreath Cookies

Festive Christmas Wreath Cookies That Wow Every Holiday Guest

Create delightful Christmas Wreath Cookies that capture the essence of the holiday season with vibrant colors and gooey textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Treat Mixture
  • 0.5 cups butter Essential for creating that rich flavor
  • 30 large marshmallows Provides the gooey texture
  • 6 drops green gel food coloring Adds festive color
  • 1.25 teaspoons liquid green food coloring Alternative for gel coloring
  • 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances overall sweetness
  • 5 cups cornflakes Adds crunch
For the Decoration
  • 1 bottle red hot candies For topping
  • 0.5 cups red candy coated chocolates Such as mini M&M's
  • 1 can cooking spray To coat the pan

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • greased pan

Method
 

Steps to Make Cookies
  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
  2. Stir in the marshmallows, mixing until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and add the green food coloring and vanilla extract, stirring well.
  4. Fold in the cornflakes gently, ensuring every flake gets coated.
  5. Press the mixture into a greased pan, pressing firmly.
  6. Decorate by sprinkling red hot candies or red candy-coated chocolates on top before it sets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use unsalted butter for better control over sweetness. Melt marshmallows slowly to prevent scorching. Feel free to swap candies for unique flavors.

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