Cheerio Christmas Trees
Transform your holiday treats into a whimsical centerpiece with these adorable Cheerio Christmas Trees! Made with just a handful of pantry staples like melted marshmallows, Cheerios cereal, and a touch of green food coloring, these no-bake snacks are as easy to make as they are delightful to look at. Each tree is shaped by hand, adorned with colorful candy sprinkles as ornaments, and topped with optional star candies for that extra festive flair. Ready in under 30 minutes, this kid-friendly recipe is perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or a fun edible craft activity with the family. Whether you're looking for holiday desserts, no-bake treats, or creative Christmas snacks, these Cheerio Christmas Trees are sure to bring holiday cheer to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cheerios cereal
- 4 cups Marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 6 drops Green food coloring
- 0.5 cups Mini candy decorations (e.g., nonpareils, sprinkles, or sugar pearls)
- 15 Small star-shaped candies (optional)
- 1 can Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Spray a large mixing bowl and a wooden spoon with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In the prepared mixing bowl, add 3 cups of Cheerios cereal and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add 4 cups of marshmallows to the melted butter and stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in 6 drops of green food coloring until the mixture is evenly colored.
Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the Cheerios in the mixing bowl. Use the greased wooden spoon to mix until the cereal is fully coated.
Grease your hands lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Take a handful of the marshmallow-coated Cheerios mixture and shape it into a cone to resemble a Christmas tree. Repeat until all the mixture is used, creating approximately 15 trees.
While the trees are still sticky, press mini candy decorations or sprinkles into them to mimic ornaments.
If desired, place a small star-shaped candy at the top of each tree for a festive touch.
Allow the trees to cool and set for about 20 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.6 g | 262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 671 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.8 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 249.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 409 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 32.1 mg | 178% | |
| Potassium | 739 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
