37 Fun Treats to Make with Bored Kids

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37 Fun Treats to Make with Bored Kids1/37 Ice Cream Cone Treats 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ice Cream Cone Treats Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this recipe as a way for my grandkids to enjoy Rice Krispies treats without getting sticky hands. You can also pack the cereal mixture into paper cups and insert a wooden pop stick to create pops. —Mabel Nolan, Vancouver, Washington 2/37 Rainbow Jello Cubes 13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Diana Rattray for Taste

Kids of all ages snap them up

of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 9 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These perky gelatin cubes are fun to serve and to eat! I vary the colors to match the occasion—pink and blue for a baby shower, school colors for a graduation party, and so on. Kids of all ages snap them up. —Deanna Pietrowicz, Bridgeport, Connecticut 3/37 Pear-Berry Breakfast Tarts 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my kids were small, I could never get pancakes on the table while

they were all still hot

they were all still hot. Then I got the idea for these breakfast tarts. They’re a good and simple recipe for any busy family. —Joan Elbourn, Gardner, Massachusetts 4/37 Oreo Cupcakes 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids and adults alike will find these Oreo cupcakes irresistible. If you want to pipe the frosting, be sure to thoroughly crush the cookies. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 5/37 Drop Doughnuts 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Drop Doughnuts Recipe photo by

I use any leftover mashed potatoes to make these light and fluffy doughnuts

Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Remember this recipe after your next holiday dinner. I use any leftover mashed potatoes to make these light and fluffy doughnuts. The dish was originally created by my neighbor’s mother-in-law as a breakfast treat or a snack. —Marilyn Kleinfall, Elk Grove Village, Illinois 6/37 Apple Banana Bread 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Apple Banana Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My children

love to bake (and eat) all kinds of banana bread

love to bake (and eat) all kinds of banana bread. They make this all by themselves, with just a little help from me to put it in the oven. —Kristin Metcalf, Charlton, Massachusetts 7/37 Magic Wands 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These fun and colorful wands don’t need to be made by a magician to be magical. You can change the colors to fit any party theme. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota 8/37 Peanut Butter Brownies 14 Reviews Contest Winner

Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I have two sons, and I sent these peanut butter brownies to them regularly when they were in college. They told me that they used to hide a few from their roommates just to make sure there would be some left! —Patsy Burgin, Lebanon, Indiana 9/37 Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe 65 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings

And with only four ingredients, it just might be the easiest, too

1-1/4 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We don’t want to brag, but as far as vanilla ice cream recipes go, this one is the best. And with only four ingredients, it just might be the easiest, too. No ice cream maker? No problem. Just follow the directions below to learn how to make homemade ice cream by hand. It’s the perfect base for our best ice cream sundae ideas, too. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 10/37 Chocolate & Peanut Butter Crispy Bars 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate & Peanut Butter Crispy Bars Recipe photo by Taste

Red heart-shaped sprinkles make them fun for Valentine’s Day

of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created these dairy-free chocolaty peanut bars, and my kids and their friends can’t get enough! —Dawn Pasco, Overland Park, Kansas 11/37 Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this recipe based on our family’s love of chocolate-dipped ice cream cones. Red heart-shaped sprinkles make them fun for Valentine’s Day. Vary the color to match the occasion. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

I serve it with apples, pineapple and strawberries

12/37 Bee My Honey Fruit Dip 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Mark Derse for Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Orange, cinnamon and nutmeg round out this creamy spiced dip. I serve it with apples, pineapple and strawberries. —Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 13/37 Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 5 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What could be better than peanut butter and jelly ice cream?

You’ll love the sweet-salty combination

You’ll love the sweet-salty combination. Use your favorite flavor of jelly and switch to crunchy peanut butter if you like extra texture. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 14/37 Orange Cream Pops 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Orange Cream Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a lower-fat alternative to ice cream-filled pops, try this citrus novelty. The tangy orange flavor will make your taste buds tingle, while the silky smooth texture offers cool comfort. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 15/37 Peanut Butter Banana

Banana and peanut butter are ideal partners and taste terrific with chocolate

Muffins 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Banana Muffins Recipe photo by Jena Carlin for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These bite-sized muffins make a delightful treat. Banana and peanut butter are ideal partners and taste terrific with chocolate. —Patty Putter, Marion, Kansas 16/37 Kiddie Crunch Mix 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This no-bake snack mix is a delightful treat for kids, and you can easily increase the amount to

fit your needs

fit your needs. Place in individual bags, or pour some into colored ice cream cones for a fun presentation. —Kara de la Vega, Santa Rosa, California 17/37 Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread 50 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The kids will get a kick out of pulling off gooey pieces of this delectable monkey bread. It’s hard to resist a caramel-coated treat. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 18/37 Chocolate-Covered Pretzels 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate-Covered Pretzels Recipe photo by

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 20 pretzels Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These chocolate-covered pretzels came from my grandma, who loves to make candy and treats for my students. I have followed in her footsteps and make these for people at work and for other family members. —Aimee Worth, Fair Oaks, California 19/37 Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my family is planning a get-together,

I can count on three or four people to ask if I’m bringing this dessert

I can count on three or four people to ask if I’m bringing this dessert. If you don’t have a chocolate cake mix, use a white or yellow one and stir in 3 tablespoons baking cocoa. —Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas 20/37 Mint Sandwich Cookies 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mint Sandwich Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Canned frosting, peppermint extract and chocolate candy coating quickly turn crackers into these wonderful little no-bake cookies. My children and I like to assemble them

for parties and holidays

for parties and holidays. I hope you and your family enjoy them as much as we do.-Melissa Thompson, Anderson, Ohio 21/37 S’mores Brownies 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved S’mores Brownies Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family simply adores my daughter’s fudgy s’mores brownies. The cinnamon graham cracker crust and the dark chocolate brownies bring our passion for s’mores to a whole new level! —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan 22/37 Root Beer Cookies 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Root Beer Cookies Recipe photo