The holiday's are such a fun time of year, in my opinion. Although I'm sure I share that with most women. What girl doesn't love decorating, baking super fattening things, hosting parties, and having a real excuse to shop! This year my girlfriend decide to host a Christmas Cookie Swap Party. Now, I am not a baker so I had to think of something that would be simple, festive, and enjoyable for a variety of people. I thought back to all the found memories I have of making cookies with my mom and sisters each Christmas. We of course had the sugar cookies with festive cut-out shapes, Hersey Kiss cookies, chocolate chip cookies, and cheery cookies. But none of these seemed holiday enough for me to make. I needed something that would be really creative. I wanted a "wow" factor. I had to compete with my girlfriends that can bake, after all. And yet, it had to be simple enough for me to make. So I found a new spin on cookies - something much lighter - but loved by all. Wreath cookies made with the same ingredients of a marshmallow treat!
Here is the recipe I followed. Although I prefer to make it in a pot on the stove, it's easier I think, to stir and work with the ingredients. Also when you are making the wreaths make sure to have buttery fingers so the marshmallow mixture doesn't stick to your hands.
And here is how they turned out.
Super cute! And they were a total hit! So ladies, if you are ever looking for something quick and easy to make, these are the treats for you. You can also make a spin-off on these in the spring. For Easter you could forgo the food coloring and turn it into a bird nest and put a few jellybeans or robin's eggs candies in the center.
Enjoy!
These were cute and delicious! Very festive Mon!
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