Best 7 Christmas Holly Cookies No Bake By Freda Recipes

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Christmas is a time for joy, family, and delicious treats. No-bake cookies are a great option for those who want to enjoy a sweet treat without having to heat up the oven. There are many different no-bake cookie recipes out there, but one of the most popular is the Christmas Holly Cookie recipe by Freda. These cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients and can be decorated in a variety of ways to make them festive and fun. They're perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, and gifting to friends and family. In this article, we will provide you with the recipe for Freda's Christmas Holly Cookies, along with tips and tricks for making them perfect.

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NO-BAKE HOLLY COOKIES



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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

1/3 cup butter or margarine
30 JET-PUFFED Marshmallows
1-1/2 tsp. green food coloring
3 cups corn flakes
2 Tbsp. small hot cinnamon candies

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



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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

1 (16 ounce) package large marshmallows
½ cup butter, softened
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons green food coloring
4 ½ cups cornflakes cereal
1 (2.25 ounce) package cinnamon red hot candies

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



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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

1/2 cup butter
1 package (10 oz) miniature marshmallows
20 drops green liquid food color
3/4 cup white vanilla baking chips
5 cups Whole Grain Total™ cereal
56 red cinnamon candies

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

CHOCOLATE CHRISTMAS COOKIES (NO-BAKE)



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Make and share this Chocolate Christmas Cookies (No-Bake) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Emily1

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 15m

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup flaked coconut
1 1/4 cups mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • Line cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Place sugar, milk, cocoa powder and butter into a large heavy saucepan.
  • Stir over medium heat until well combined.
  • Turn heat to high and boil rapidly for 1 minute and take off heat.
  • Add vanilla, rolled oats, coconut and marshmallows.
  • Stir until marshmallows are melted.
  • Drop using a tablespoon on cookie sheet rough shaped into round cookies.
  • Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour, remove from sheet and store them back in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.1, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 12.8, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 11.6, Protein 2.1

HOLLY LEAVES (NO BAKE)



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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

5 tablespoons margarine
20 large marshmallows
2 cups corn flakes
1/2 teaspoon green food coloring
red cinnamon candies
wax paper

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



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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

6 tablespoons margarine
32 regular sized marshmallows
1 teaspoon green food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups corn flakes
90 red cinnamon candies (I use Brachs Cinnamon Imperials)

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



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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

INGREDIENTS FOR CHRISTMAS HOLLY COOKIES
6 TBS - butter or margarine (butters best)
32 - large marshmallows
1 tsp - green food coloring
1 tsp - pure vanilla extract
3 Cups - good cornflakes (post or kelloggs)
90 - red cinnamon red hots candies (brachs)

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.

Tips:

  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before starting. This will help it cream together with the sugar more easily and create a smoother cookie dough.
  • If you don't have any sweetened condensed milk, you can make your own by simmering 1 cup of milk and 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan over low heat until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • If the dough is too sticky to handle, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it comes together. Alternatively, you can chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out.
  • To make the cookies more festive, you can use Christmas-themed cookie cutters or sprinkles.
  • The cookies can be stored 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 holiday treat. They're perfect for cookie exchanges, potlucks, or just enjoying at home with your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these festive cookies that are sure to put a smile on everyone's face. So gather your ingredients and get baking!

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