Cornflake Wreaths are a festive holiday treat that bring the joy of Christmas to your dessert table. These chewy, buttery, marshmallow-filled snacks are shaped like mini wreaths, tinted a bright green, and decorated with red candies to look just like holly berries. They’re fun to make, easy to share, and a cheerful favorite for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon green food coloring (add more for a deeper shade)
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5 cups cornflakes cereal
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Red cinnamon candies or mini red M&Ms (for decoration)
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Cooking spray or butter (for shaping)
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 10 minutes
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Total time: 25 minutes
Serving
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Makes about 18 wreaths
Instructions
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Melt the butter:
In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter completely. -
Add marshmallows:
Stir in the marshmallows and continue stirring until they’re fully melted and smooth. -
Color and flavor:
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and green food coloring until evenly combined. -
Add cornflakes:
Gently fold in the cornflakes, making sure they’re well coated in the marshmallow mixture without crushing them. -
Shape the wreaths:
Lightly coat your hands or a spoon with butter or cooking spray. Scoop about ¼ cup of the mixture and shape it into a small wreath on wax paper, leaving a hole in the center. Work quickly before the mixture hardens. -
Decorate:
Press 3 red cinnamon candies or red M&Ms on each wreath to look like holly berries. Let them set at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving.
Tips
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If the mixture cools too fast, reheat slightly to soften it again.
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Use parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking.
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For extra shine, drizzle a little corn syrup or honey on top before serving.
Nutrition (per wreath)
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Calories: 120
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Carbohydrates: 22g
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Fat: 3g
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Protein: 1g
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Sugar: 12g
Cornflake Wreaths are a nostalgic holiday classic—crispy, gooey, and full of Christmas spirit. Perfect for cookie swaps, dessert platters, or as a fun baking project with kids.
