Cornflake Wreaths

Christmas Cornflake Wreaths are a favorite Christmas treat that is so easy to make! You only need a few ingredients including cornflakes, marshmallows and butter to make these no-bake Christmas treats that are festive, cute and delicious.

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It’s just not Christmas until these adorable little cornflake wreaths make their appearance! Cute Christmas desserts are my weakness around the holiday season, and these one of favorites.

Your kids will love to jump in and help make these, and let’s be honest, we’d all much rather them have the sticky hands than us, right? This recipe is also super easy to double. So, make a big batch and bring them to your next Christmas party!

Why You’ll Love Christmas Cornflake Wreaths

• Cornflakes wreaths are really easy to make, which makes it a great dessert to add into all of your holiday baking!
• This yummy cereal treat is kid friendly and absolutely adorable!
• This easy treat does not require any baking, which will help keep your oven free to bake all of your other treats.

What You’ll need for Cornflake Wreaths

• Cornflakes – I used regular cornflakes when making this cute Christmas dessert, but you can use Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, or even Cheerios!
• Green Liquid Food Coloring – You can’t have a wreath without green food coloring!
• Marshmallows – Any size marshmallows will do, but I find it’s easier to melt the larger ones evenly.
• Butter – Set some extra butter aside, you may end up needing it to keep the marshmallow and cornflake mixture from sticking to your hands.
• Vanilla Extract – You can sub other extracts like almond, orange, or mint if you want. Just keep in mind that red hots have a strong cinnamon flavor, so don’t choose an extract flavor that will clash!
• Red Hots Candy – These little cinnamon candies act as the holly berries on the wreath. You can also use red mini M&Ms if you don’t like the cinnamon flavor.

How to Make Cornflake Wreaths

STEP ONE: In a saucepan, melt the butter and then add in the marshmallows, continuously stirring until combined. Be sure not to overheat the marshmallows, as they will get too sticky.

STEP TWO: Once it is all combined, add in your green food coloring and extract. Stir to combine.

STEP THREE: Slowly pour in the cornflakes, stirring until the cereal is evenly covered.

STEP FOUR: Spoon 1/3 cup mounds of the mixture onto a parchment or wax paper lined baking sheet.

STEP FIVE: Dip your fingers in cold water or butter and poke a hole in the middle of each mound. Then form the cereal together to create a wreath shape.

STEP SIX: Add your cinnamon candies onto each cornflake wreath before they set completely.

STEP SEVEN: Allow to sit for a little while to set well, then serve!

How to store Cornflake Wreaths

This festive cereal treat will store best in an airtight container. They will last up to a week at room temp.

Can I freeze Christmas Cornflake Wreaths?

Yes! Store them in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Can I use something other than Red Hots?

Yes! Red Hots are the most common candy used for cornflake wreaths, but you can use red mini M&M’s or even create licorice bows!

Can I melt the marshmallows in the microwave?

Absolutely! The marshmallows and butter can be melted in the microwave in 1-minute intervals. Just keep an eye on it and stir well after each minute.

These little cornflake wreaths always put a smile on my face and are always a hit with my kids! Marshmallows, cereal, and festive colors…who wouldn’t love them?!

Other Christmas Treats You’ll Love

• These Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies are super simple and one of my favorite treats at Christmas time!
• Need a break from all the sweets? Try these Christmas Tree Mini Pizzas.
• These Snowman Cookies are just as adorable as the cornflake wreaths!
• This quick and easy Eggnog Fudge is to die for!
• It’s not Christmas without fun, decorated Christmas Sugar Cookies!

Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @julieseatsandtreats or #julieseatsandtreats so I can see your yummy treat!

 

5 from 3 votes

Cornflake Wreaths

You only need a few ingredients including cornflakes, marshmallows and butter to make these no-bake Christmas Wreaths that are festive, cute and delicious.

Prep:20 minutes mins

Cook:5 minutes mins

Total:25 minutes mins

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Cornflake Wreaths

Ingredients

• ▢ 4 Tablespoon butter
• ▢ 34 large marshmallows or 4 cups minis
• ▢ 5 cups Cornflakes
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Green liquid food coloring
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla optional
• ▢ ¼ cup Redhots candies or small red candies

Instructions

• Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Spray with cooking spray and set aside.
• Over low heat, melt butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
• Add Marshmallows, stirring constantly until combined.
• Remove from heat, and add food coloring and extract if using, mix well.
• Pour cereal into the saucepan and mix until combined.
• Drop spoonfuls, about 1/3 cup, of the cornflakes unto the lined baking sheet. Using a bowl of cold water, dip fingers as needed to keep them from sticking. Use fingers to create a hole in the center of each pile and gently press cornflakes together as each pile is shaped into a wreath.
• Add cinnamon candies while the wreaths are still slightly tacky.

Tips

• These cute Christmas desserts can get frustrating if you don’t know how to work with the sticky marshmallow mixture. Use food safe disposable gloves, or dip your fingers in water or butter to keep the cornflakes from sticking to your fingers.
• Don’t overcook the marshmallows as that will make them too sticky to work with!
• Before you mix the cereal into the marshmallows, spray your spoon or silicone spatula with cooking spray to help prevent the mixture from sticking to your spoon as you stir.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 152kcal (8%), Carbohydrates: 30g (10%), Protein: 1g (2%), Fat: 4g (6%), Saturated Fat: 2g (13%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.2g, Cholesterol: 10mg (3%), Sodium: 131mg (6%), Potassium: 22mg (1%), Fiber: 0.4g (2%), Sugar: 16g (18%), Vitamin A: 325IU (7%), Vitamin C: 2mg (2%), Calcium: 2mg, Iron: 3mg (17%)

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