Mama, if you’re looking for a Christmas treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat, these Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths are the perfect pick! They’re colorful, chewy, sweet, and oh-so-festive — the kind of treat that instantly brings a little sparkle to your holiday dessert table.
These Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths are made with just a few simple ingredients — marshmallows, butter, Frosted Flakes, and a little food coloring magic. They come together in minutes, and the result is a cheerful, edible wreath that looks straight out of Santa’s workshop. Whether you’re making them for a Christmas party, a classroom treat, or a cozy baking night with the kids, these wreaths are guaranteed to bring smiles (and sticky fingers!).
Ingredients for Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths
How to make Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths: ingredients you need!
½ stick butter (¼ cup)
3 cups mini marshmallows
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Green food coloring (6–8 drops or until you get your perfect shade)
4 cups Frosted Flakes cereal
Red mini M&Ms (for the holly berries)
*Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths Video Tutorial
For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!
How to Make Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths
How to make Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths: a step-by-step guide
1. Melt the Butter
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until smooth.
2. Add Marshmallows
Add the marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and creamy.
3. Add the Color and Flavor
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and green food coloring until evenly mixed. Adjust the color until you get that perfect holly green.
4. Fold in the Cereal
Add Frosted Flakes and gently fold until every flake is evenly coated in the gooey marshmallow mixture.
5. Shape the Wreaths
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly butter your hands (or use nonstick spray). Working quickly, scoop portions of the mixture onto the sheet and form small wreaths — about 3–4 inches wide with a hole in the center.
6. Decorate
Press a few red mini M&Ms on each wreath to create holly berries. You can even use a small piping bag with red icing to add a bow for extra Christmas cheer!
7. Cool & Serve
Let your Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths cool completely before serving. Once they’re set, they’re ready to enjoy!
Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths: SIDE IDEA
These Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths are everything I love about holiday baking — simple, sweet, and filled with joy. You can make them in under 30 minutes, and they double as both dessert and décor
They’re perfect for class parties, bake sales, or gifting to neighbors in a cute Christmas tin. And because there’s no baking involved, even the youngest little elves in your house can help.
The holidays can feel overwhelming, but it’s little traditions like this — gathering in the kitchen, laughing, and making something sweet together — that make the season truly magical.
So this Christmas, grab your marshmallows, a dash of food coloring, and a handful of M&Ms, and make these Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths part of your family’s holiday fun. They’re quick, colorful, and guaranteed to make your heart (and table) extra merry and bright. 💚❤️
Crazy Busy Mama Tip
Mama, this recipe moves fast — the marshmallow mixture starts setting up as soon as it cools. To make shaping easier, lightly grease your hands or wear disposable food-safe gloves. You can also have your little helpers pre-sort the M&Ms so you can grab those red ones quickly when decorating!
If you’re hosting a party or cookie exchange, try placing each Holly Jolly Frosted Wreath in a cupcake liner — it makes them easy to grab, serve, and transport.
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Holly Jolly Frosted Wreaths
Ingredients
- ½ stick butter ¼ cup
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring 6–8 drops, or to desired shade
- 4 cups Frosted Flakes cereal
- Red mini M&Ms for holly berries
Instructions
- Melt Butter
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until smooth.
- Add Marshmallows
- Stir in marshmallows and cook until completely melted and creamy.
- Add Color & Flavor
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and green food coloring until evenly tinted.
- Fold in Cereal
- Add Frosted Flakes and gently stir until every flake is coated.
- Shape the Wreaths
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly butter your hands (or use non-stick spray) and quickly shape the mixture into circles with holes in the center.
- Decorate
- Press red mini M&Ms on each wreath for holly berries.
- Optional: pipe a tiny red icing bow for extra festive flair!
- Cool & Serve
- Let wreaths cool completely before serving or storing.
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