No-Bake Christmas Holly Delights
Celebrate the festive season with these delightful No-Bake Christmas Holly Delights! This easy and fun recipe allows you to create charming, holly-shaped treats without turning on the oven. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these sweet confections are made from marshmallows, corn flakes, and festive green food coloring, topped with cheerful red cinnamon candies to resemble delicious holly berries. Ideal for kids and adults alike, these treats not only look good but also offer a delightful crunch and sweetness that will bring joy to your holiday celebrations. Enjoy making these with the family and share a taste of Christmas spirit!
10
Servings
180
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Margarine
1/4 cup (melted)
Marshmallows
10 ounces (mini or large)
Green Food Coloring
3/4 teaspoon (liquid)
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
Corn Flakes
2 1/4 cups (crunchy)
Red Cinnamon Candies
as needed (for decoration)
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the margarine and marshmallows together, stirring continuously until smooth and fully combined.
2
Once melted, remove the saucepan from heat and carefully mix in the green food coloring and vanilla extract until well blended.
3
Add the corn flakes to the mixture, stirring gently to coat each flake evenly without crushing them.
4
Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and drop them onto waxed paper, forming small clusters. Lightly grease your fingers with margarine for easier handling.
5
While the mixture is still soft, place a few red cinnamon candies on top of each cluster to resemble holly berries.
6
Allow the cookies to cool completely until they harden. Store the finished cookies between layers of waxed paper in an airtight plastic container.
Nutrition Information
7g
Fat
26g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are No-Bake Christmas Holly Delights?
They are festive, holly-shaped treats made from marshmallows, corn flakes, and food coloring.
Do I need to use an oven for this recipe?
No, this is a no-bake recipe that only requires a stovetop.
What are the main ingredients?
The main ingredients are margarine, marshmallows, green food coloring, vanilla extract, corn flakes, and red cinnamon candies.
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
Yes, butter can be substituted for margarine in this recipe.
What type of marshmallows should I use?
You can use either 10 ounces of mini or large marshmallows.
How much green food coloring is required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 teaspoon of liquid green food coloring.
What are the red berries made of?
The holly berries are represented by red cinnamon candies.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 10 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 180 calories per serving.
What is the fat content?
Each serving contains 7g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each treat?
There are 26g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there any protein in these treats?
Each serving contains about 0.5g of protein.
How do I prevent the mixture from sticking to my hands?
Lightly grease your fingers with margarine for easier handling when forming clusters.
What should I use to set the cookies on?
Drop the clusters onto waxed paper to cool and harden.
How should No-Bake Christmas Holly Delights be stored?
Store them in an airtight plastic container between layers of waxed paper.
Can I use vanilla extract?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract for flavor.
What type of cereal is used?
The recipe uses 2 1/4 cups of crunchy corn flakes.
What heat setting should I use to melt the marshmallows?
Use low heat to melt the margarine and marshmallows together.
Should I crush the corn flakes?
No, stir them gently to coat them without crushing the flakes.
When should I add the red cinnamon candies?
Place them on top of each cluster while the marshmallow mixture is still soft.
How long do they need to cool?
Allow them to cool completely until they have hardened.
Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Yes, it is a fun and easy holiday recipe for the whole family.
Can I use a different color of food coloring?
While green is used for holly, you can customize the colors for other occasions.
What is the preparation method?
The method involves melting ingredients, mixing in cereal and coloring, and forming clusters.
Are these treats crunchy?
Yes, the corn flakes provide a delightful crunch.
Do these treats contain cholesterol?
The cholesterol content is not specified but is likely low depending on the margarine used.
Can I make these for a Christmas party?
Yes, their festive holly appearance makes them perfect for holiday gatherings.
Is the marshmallow mixture smooth?
Yes, you should stir until the margarine and marshmallows are smooth and fully combined.
What size saucepan is needed?
A large saucepan is recommended to accommodate all the ingredients.
Can I use gel food coloring?
The recipe specifies liquid, but gel food coloring can be used if adjusted for intensity.