31 Fun Christmas Recipes to Make with Kids

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31 Fun Christmas Recipes to Make with Kids2/31 Reindeer Cookies 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Reindeer Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 32 cookies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Gather ’round the tree on Christmas Eve and feast on these adorable reindeer cookies. If you listen closely, you might heard reindeer hoofs on the roof! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 182 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 111mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 3/31 Homemade Marshmallow Pops 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Their melt-in-your-mouth texture appeals to the young and the young at heart

Total Time 55 min Servings 15 marshmallows Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Homemade marshmallows are fun to eat on a stick or to stir into your favorite hot chocolate. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture appeals to the young and the young at heart. —Jennifer Andrzejewski, Grizzly Flats, California Nutrition Facts: 1 marshmallow: 82 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 4/31 Buddy the Elf Bark 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Buddy the Elf Bark Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 1 pound Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Drawing inspiration from one of our favorite holiday movies, this Buddy the Elf dessert incorporates ramen noodles with chocolate, candy and everyone’s favorite—marshmallows. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 ounce: 150 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 5/31 Chocolate, Peanut & Pretzel Toffee Crisps 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate, Peanut & Pretzel Toffee Crisps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2-1/2 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My “crispers” are the ultimate

combination of salty and sweet

combination of salty and sweet. They never last long because—trust me—they’re addictive! Make the recipe the way it’s written or sprinkle on any treats you like. —Jennifer Butka, Livonia, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 ounce: 146 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 99mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 6/31 Thumbprint Cookies 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Thumbprint Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These buttery little rounds add beautiful color to a platter of treats. Fill the thumbprint in the

center with any fruit preserves you like

center with any fruit preserves you like. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 75 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 7/31 Tootsie Roll Fudge 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings about 2 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my husband came home with 50 pounds of Tootsie Rolls he bought at a discount store, I had to figure out a way to use them—so I came up with this Tootsie Roll fudge recipe! A red or green M&M’s

candy atop each piece makes them extra jolly

candy atop each piece makes them extra jolly. —Carolyn McDill, Ohatchee, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 67 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 11mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 8/31 White Chocolate Chex Mix 49 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved White Chocolate Chex Mix Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 5 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You won’t be able to stop eating this irresistible white chocolate party mix. The light, sweet coating is great over cereal, peanuts, pretzels and M&M’s. —Norene Wright, Manilla, Indiana Nutrition Facts:

One year my son wanted to buy everyone in his class a present

3/4 cup: 547 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 589mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein. 9/31 Easy Reindeer Cookies 8 Reviews Easy Reindeer Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One year my son wanted to buy everyone in his class a present. I suggested we bake them a treat instead. We made these festive cookies using a cookie mix, pretzels, chocolate chips and Red M&M’s. —Gretchen Vandenberghe, Toledo, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 129 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated

fat), 6mg cholesterol, 134mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 10/31 Holiday Ribbon Gelatin 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Holiday Ribbon Gelatin Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Layers of red and green make this festive salad a favorite during the Christmas season. Kids are sure to find it fun to eat, and adults will enjoy the combination of sweet-tart flavors. —Jenny Hughson, Mitchell, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 236 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (18g

sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 11/31 Banana Pancake Snowmen 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Banana Pancake Snowmen Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 snowmen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Both kids and adults will love these yummy pancakes. Invite your little ones to help decorate their snowmen and they’ll jump out of bed in a hurry! —Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 snowman (calculated without decorations): 133 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 417mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch. 12/31

We keep a big supply ready for gift-giving

Oreos and Candy Cane Chocolate Bark 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Oreos and Candy Cane Chocolate Bark Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings about 1-1/2 lbs Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There are incredible surprises in this festive bark, including dark chocolate, candy canes and cream-filled cookies. We keep a big supply ready for gift-giving. —Robin Turner, Lake Elsinore, California Nutrition Facts: 1 ounce: 158 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 13/31 Peanut Butter Christmas Mice 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test

Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With their black licorice tails, candy noses and peanut ears, these chewy “mice” were always a hit at classroom parties. My children are in their teens now, but they still ask me to make these cookies for the holidays. —Nancy Rowse, Bella Vista, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 65 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 14/31 Stacked Christmas Tree Cookies 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Stacked Christmas Tree

Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Using prepared cookie dough gives you a nice head start to your own little forest of Christmas trees. Get the kids involved in this holiday craft to keep them busy making memories.—Sue Draheim, Waterford, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 Christmas tree (calculated without decorations): 466 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 278mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 15/31 Ornament Popcorn Balls 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Ornament Popcorn Balls Recipe photo by Taste of

Home Total Time 30 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Home Total Time 30 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These gooey-sweet treats are great for dressing up the tree with a little more than the classic popcorn string. And they’re yummier and fun for the family too. — Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 popcorn ball (calculated without decorations): 162 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 184mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 16/31 Easy Truffles 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings about 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our

But with just a few ingredients, they’re easy to make anytime

smooth, creamy bonbons are so divine you may be tempted to save this recipe for a special occasion. But with just a few ingredients, they’re easy to make anytime. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 truffle: 52 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 17/31 Coconut Yule Trees 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: People say they love my coconut macaroon-like Christmas trees because they look so festive. Once

decorated, these trees light up a room—just like the real thing

decorated, these trees light up a room—just like the real thing. —Michelle Retterer, Marysville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 130 calories, 7g fat (6g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 18/31 Coconut Macaroons 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 32 cookies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These chewy cookies are my husband’s favorite, so he requests them often. I like to make the macaroons on cold winter days and keep them in an airtight bowl on the kitchen counter. They

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