Christmas is a time for joy, family, and celebration. And what better way to celebrate than with some delicious Christmas cookies? If you're looking for a fun and easy holly cookie recipe that doesn't require any baking, then you're in the right place. These no-bake Christmas holly cookies are the perfect festive treat for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these delightful cookies that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So gather your ingredients and let's get baking!
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
NO-BAKE HOLLY COOKIES
Keep the holidays sweet and simple with a batch of No-Bake Holly Cookies. With corn flakes, marshmallows, a hint of green and a few red candies, these No-Bake Holly Cookies are the cutest and easiest festive cookies you'll ever eat.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 15m
Yield 15 servings, 2 cookies each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Add marshmallows; cook and stir 3 to 4 min. or until melted. Remove from heat. Stir in food coloring.
- Add cereal; stir to evenly coat. Drop by tablespoonfuls into 30 mounds on waxed paper-covered baking sheets sprayed with cooking spray. Press candies into cereal mixture, flattening each mound slightly.
- Let stand 30 min. or until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 1 g
HOLLY CHRISTMAS COOKIES
We've been making these cookies for years. They are colorful, festive, and delicious.
Provided by Heather Dolan
Categories Desserts Cookies No-Bake Cookie Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt together the marshmallows, butter, vanilla, and food coloring. Mix in the cornflakes cereal.
- Drop by spoonfuls on wax paper, and decorate with red hots. Set aside, and allow to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 108.2 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
NO-BAKE CHRISTMAS WREATH COOKIES
Our new twist on this old classic boasts whole grain goodness and the perfect marshmallow to crunch ratio-all thanks to Total cereal.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High 30 seconds to 1 minute or until melted. Add marshmallows; toss to coat. Microwave uncovered on High 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until marshmallows are completely melted and mixture is well blended.
- Stir in green food color to desired shade of green. Add white vanilla baking chips to marshmallow mixture, and stir until melted, microwaving an additional 30 seconds if necessary.
- Stir in cereal until evenly coated.
- Drop 1/3 cup of cereal mixture on waxed paper-lined cookie sheet. Use greased hands to form into wreath shape. Place 4 red cinnamon candies on wreath to decorate. Repeat with remaining cereal mixture and candies. Refrigerate 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g
NO-BAKE CHRISTMAS WREATH TREATS
Cornflakes take the place of traditional rice cereal in these sweet no-bake Christmas cookies from our Test Kitchen. Dressed up with green food coloring and red candies, they're a fun addition to cookie platters and dessert buffets. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place marshmallows and butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, uncovered, on high until butter is melted and marshmallows are puffed, about 45 seconds. Tint with green food coloring. Stir in cornflakes. , On a waxed paper-lined baking sheet, divide mixture into 8 portions. With buttered hands, working quickly, shape each portion into a 3-in. wreath. Decorate immediately with M&M's, pressing to adhere. Let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOLLY LEAVES (NO BAKE)
This is like a version of rice krispie treats, but I think this is a little better for the Christmas holidays.
Provided by Manly Cook
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a double boiler, melt margarine.
- Add marshmallows a few at a time.
- Stir until marshmallows are completely melted.
- Add green food coloring and remove from heat.
- Stir in corn flakes gently.
- Drop by spoonful on waxed paper.
- Put 3 red hots on each spoonful to resemble holly berries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 84.4, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 0.5
HOLLY CHRISTMAS COOKIES
This is a very easy, no-bake Christmas cookie recipe. It makes a festive addition to a Christmas cookie assortment. This recipe was originally my Grandmother's and I hope you enjoy. These cookies always bring back fond memories for me of spending Christmas at Grandma's.
Provided by Northern Cook
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 15m
Yield 42 cookies, 42 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt margarine and the 32 marshmallows together in a pan over low heat. Stir as needed.
- Once the marshmallows have all melted, remove pot from heat and stir in the green food coloring and the vanilla. Stir until the marshmallow mixture is a uniform green color (no streaks).
- Fold the cornflakes into the marshmallow mixture and stir until all are coated.
- Drop by teaspoon full onto aluminum foil or parchment paper and place 3 red cinnamon candies in the center of each cookie. Let dry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 39, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 37.7, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 0.2
CHRISTMAS HOLLY COOKIES NO BAKE BY FREDA
If your in a Hurry and running out of time this holiday,and want to make 3 dozen cookies in just 15 min, this recipe is for you. This also adds a festive look to any christmas cookie assortment. Kids and adults alike Love these. Hope you will enjoy also.
Provided by FREDA GABLE @cookin4me
Categories Cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt Butter or Margarine with all 32 marshmallows together over low heat. Keep stirring to melt, as needed
- Remove from Heat after melted, Stir in green fool coloring and vanilla. Still well til a uniform green color, (with no streaks)
- Fold in all cornflakes into marshmallow mixture. Stir till completely coated.
- Drop By small Teaspoons full onto wax or parchment paper. Place 3 red cinnamon candies in the center on each cookie. Let dry. several hrs. or chill in refer til set and dry. Enjoy.
GRAMMY SHARON'S CHOCOLATE NO-BAKE COOKIES
Yummy, yummy, yummy with minimal prep time and no baking!
Provided by TeaPotsOn
Categories Desserts Cookies No-Bake Cookie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; add sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Bring mixture to a boil, about 5 minutes; stir in peanut butter until melted, about 5 minutes. Return mixture to a boil and turn heat to low; simmer, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold oats into mixture until thoroughly mixed. Drop mixture by spoonfuls onto a sheet of waxed paper; cool to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 43.8 mg, Sugar 14.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries. They will give your cookies a tart and festive flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the orange zest and cranberries by hand. Just be sure to grate them finely.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Don't be afraid to get creative with your decorations. You can use sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even edible glitter to make your cookies look extra special.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These no-bake Christmas holly cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for the holiday season. They're made with simple ingredients and can be decorated to your liking. So get creative and have fun making these festive cookies!
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