Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies



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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
5 mins

Additional Time:
15 mins

Total Time:
40 mins

Servings:
18

Yield:
3 dozen


Ingredients

  • waxed paper
  • ½cupbutter
  • 4cupsminiature marshmallows
  • 1teaspoongreen food coloring, or as needed
  • ½teaspoonalmond extract
  • ½teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 4cupscornflakes cereal
  • 1(2.25 ounce) packagecinnamon red hot candies

  • Directions

    Gather all ingredients.

    Line a baking tray with waxed paper.

    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.

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

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

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



    Recipe Tip

    If you don't have a microwave, place marshmallows and butter in a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until marshmallows and butter are melted, about 5 minutes.


    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    118 Calories
    5g Fat
    18g Carbs
    1g Protein

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