Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies

Ingredients

• waxed paper
• 0.5 cups butter
• 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 teaspoon green food coloring , or as needed
• 0.5 teaspoons almond extract
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 cups cornflakes cereal
• 1 package cinnamon red hot candies , 2.25 ounce

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Line a baking tray with waxed paper.

3. 3

   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.

4. 4

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

5. 5

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

6. 6

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