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Christmas Wreath Cookies Recipe

Christmas Wreath Cookies are a fun twist on Rice Krispie Treats. They are fun, kid-friendly goodies, perfect for Christmas!
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 4 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 teaspoon green food coloring
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cup cornflakes cereal
  • 1 (2.25 oz) package cinnamon red hot candies

Instructions

  • Prepare a piece of greased wax paper and set it aside.
  • Add the marshmallows and butter to a microwave safe dish. Microwave for 2 minutes. Stir and heat for 2 more minutes.
  • Working quickly add the green coloring and extracts. Stir, then add the cornflakes. Stir until evenly coated.
  • Scoop a spoonful of the mixture and drop it in clumps on the wax paper. To make a wreath shape lightly grease your fingers and form a hole in the center of each clump. Add several red hots to the newly shaped wreath.
  • Lightly grease a storage container. Allow the treats to cool and set before transferring them to the container.
  • Makes 8-10 wreaths

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 223mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 605IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 4mg