Festive Cornflake Wreaths are a delightful addition to any Christmas spread. These no-bake treats are simple to make, use just five ingredients, and are a hit with both kids and adults. They’re ideal for cookie trays, neighbor gifts, or holiday get-togethers and look impressively festive with minimal effort.
These Cornflake Wreaths are perfect when you want a quick, kid-friendly holiday project that doesn’t require special ingredients. You’ll love how bright green the cereal turns with a little food coloring and how easily marshmallows bind everything together into a charming wreath shape.
Ingredients for Cornflake Wreath Cookies
Butter — unsalted, melted.
Marshmallows — about 50 large marshmallows.
Food coloring — green food coloring to dye the marshmallow mixture.
Cornflakes — any brand will work.
Red candies — small cinnamon candies or mini red M&M’s for “berries.”
Kitchen tools needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Cookie sheet
- Parchment paper, wax paper, or a silicone mat
Tips for Making
- Grease clean hands with butter or non-stick spray before shaping wreaths to prevent sticking.
- Form wreaths by dropping the mixture onto the lined sheet and poking a hole in the center, then rotating the mixture to create a ring.
- Add candies while the wreaths are still warm so they adhere well.
- To gift, wrap wreaths individually in cello bags or place them in a festive treat box.
Customize for Other Holidays
These wreaths are versatile—change the color, decorations, or shape to fit any occasion.
Valentine’s Day — use pink and red coloring and press the mixture into a heart shape.
Fourth of July — use red, white, and blue colors or sprinkles and shape into stars.
Halloween — dye the cereal orange to make pumpkins and use fall-themed candies.
Storage
Let the wreaths cool and set completely on the parchment before storing. Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
Cornflake Wreaths
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Cookie sheet
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 50 large marshmallows
- ½ – 1 teaspoon green food coloring
- 4 ½ cups corn flakes cereal
- ¼ cup red cinnamon candies or mini red M&M’s
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or a silicone mat.
- Measure corn flakes into a large bowl and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in green food coloring until evenly combined.
- Pour the marshmallow mixture over the corn flakes and gently stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls or use a ¼-cup measuring cup onto the prepared sheet and gently shape each mound into a wreath by poking a hole in the center and forming a ring.
- Press red candies into each wreath while still warm so they stick.
- Allow the wreaths to cool and set at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Store on parchment in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Grease hands before shaping to keep the mixture from sticking.
- Poking a hole and rotating the mixture is the simplest way to form the wreath shape.
- Change colors, shapes, and decorations to adapt these treats for other holidays and occasions.
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Nutritional Estimate
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Carbohydrates: 27 g
Nutritional information is an estimate. Verify independently if needed.