So, I will admit that I have never ever made Rice Krispie treats and the prospect of making these Christmas Cornflake Wreaths was a bit daunting. These aren't your typical melted mallow-and-cereal treats, though, these are Rice Krispie treats all grown up.
I got this recipe from Nigella Lawson's cookbook Nigella Christmas, but you can also find the recipe here. Yes, these are a little kitschy but I think that's half the charm of a holiday dessert.
Despite all the effort I put into Martha Stewart's chocolate gingerbread house petits fours, these are the treats that got rave reviews when I took them into work. Crunchy, gooey, and the addition of the sesame seeds offset the syrupy sweetness of the marshmallows.
Substitutions: None, however I did include the optional sesame seeds because I have a soft spot for Sesame Snaps.
Would I make these again? Yep. I have all the ingredients and these are a sure-fire favourite. When I was reading online reviews, some people complained these were finicky to make, but I didn't find there to be a problem. Just keep a small bowl of water handy to wet your fingers as you form the wreaths or things will get super sticky super fast.
Grade: Four stars out of five. Easy and satisfyingly sweet and crunchy, but sophisticated - no. You don't want to be serving these with espresso after an adult dinner party.
3 comments:
What a clever twist on these! I can imagine lots of different shapes. Thanks for the review.
Couldnt find the recipe and did 2 searches nigella, and christmas cornflake..help!
Here you go Cortney! http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2009/12/christmas-cornflake-wreaths-recipe.html
Happy holidays!
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