Holly Christmas Cookies Recipe

No-bake Holly Christmas Cookies! A festive and easy Christmas cookie recipe, perfect for adding a touch of holiday magic to your cookie platter. This beloved family recipe, passed down from my grandmother, evokes cherished Christmas memories. These vibrant green cookies are quick to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser – a delightful treat for both kids and adults!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 39 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Holly Christmas Cookies

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Holly Christmas Cookies

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How to Make Holly Christmas Cookies

  1. Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of margarine in a medium saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add 32 large marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon of green food coloring and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Continue stirring until the mixture is a uniform green color.
  5. Gently fold in 6 cups of cornflakes until evenly coated.
  6. Drop rounded teaspoons of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  7. While the mixture is still slightly warm, place 3 red cinnamon candies on top of each cookie to resemble holly berries.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool and harden completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

1g

Carbs

2g