41 Easy Recipes for End of Year Class Parties

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41 Easy Recipes for End of Year Class Parties1/40 Frozen Chocolate Monkey Treats 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone needs a fun, friendly way for kids to play with food. These rich bites are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 treat: 72 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 2/40 Creamy Caramel

We all appreciate this cool, light fruit dip

Dip 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Caramel Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 3-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Because I feed three hungry “men” (my husband, who is a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and our two boys), I love satisfying snacks that are easy to make. We all appreciate this cool, light fruit dip. —Karen Laubman, Spruce Grove, Alberta Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 87 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 83mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 3/40 Carrot

The shredded carrots add nice bright flecks of orange color

Cookies 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Carrot Cookies Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These cookies are both flavorful and colorful. The shredded carrots add nice bright flecks of orange color. Nutrition Facts: 2 each: 128 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 80mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 4/40 Mustard Pretzel Nuggets 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This quick and fun snack is

It’s a killer recipe for all kinds of parties and football gatherings

similar to the mustard pretzels at the store, but you can make them for a fraction of the price. It’s a killer recipe for all kinds of parties and football gatherings. —Sarah Mathews, Ava Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 411mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 5/40 Trail Mix Clusters 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These delicious snacks make wonderful gifts, and though they look and taste like they

came from an expensive chocolate shop, they couldn’t be more guilt-free

came from an expensive chocolate shop, they couldn’t be more guilt-free. The dried fruit and nuts are heart-healthy and full of fiber. Bet you can’t eat just one! —Alina Niemi, Honolulu, Hawaii Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 79 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 6/40 Party Cheese Bread 43 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can’t go wrong with this recipe. The cheesy, butter bread is so simple to make

but the taste is sinful

but the taste is sinful. Plus it looks fantastic, and people just flock to it! It’s better than the usual garlic bread too. —Karen Grant, Tulare, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 237 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 7/40 Triple-Chocolate Cheesecake Bars 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Triple-Chocolate Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What could be better than a brownie crust layered with chocolate cheesecake and topped with ganache?

These cheesecake bars will satisfy even the biggest chocolate lovers

These cheesecake bars will satisfy even the biggest chocolate lovers. —Andrea Price, Grafton, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 180 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 8/40 Frozen Banana Cereal Pops 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Frozen Banana Cereal Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When we want a healthy snack, we dip bananas in yogurt, roll ’em in cereal, then freeze. Ta-da! —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 106 calories, 1g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit

fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 57mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit. 9/40 Chicken & Bacon Roll-Ups 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Bacon Roll-Ups Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My children like these roll-ups so much that they ask for them every day for lunch during the summer. Whenever I have leftover chicken or turkey breast, this is a delicious way to use it up. —Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California Nutrition Facts: 1

We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea

piece: 43 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 10/40 Fruit Skewers 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruit and Cheese Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It’s easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1

—Candice Lumley, Charles City, Iowa Nutrition Facts:

kabob with 2 tablespoons dip: 147 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 11/40 Sweet and Salty Chex Mix 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet and Salty Chex Mix Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings about 10 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These crunchy munchies are sure to rank high with your family and friends. The combination of flavors gets this sweet and salty chex mix recipe just right. —Candice Lumley, Charles City, Iowa Nutrition Facts:

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

3/4 cup: 227 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 560mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 12/40 Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe 65 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 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

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 Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 308 calories, 22g fat (14g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 37mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 13/40 Homemade Guacamole 40 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Homemade Guacamole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always judge a Tex-Mex restaurant by its guacamole. And although it’s simple to prepare, it can go wrong oh, so easily. I’ve

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat

spent many years perfecting mine, to the point where I think it’s better than most restaurants. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 90 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat. 14/40 Root Beer Float Fudge 32 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings about 3 pounds Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My children have always loved root beer floats, so I came up with this fudgy treat just for them. Sweet and creamy with that

familiar root beer flavor, it’s always a best-seller at school bake sales

familiar root beer flavor, it’s always a best-seller at school bake sales. —Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 74 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 19mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 15/40 Lemon Coconut Bites 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Coconut Bites Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The tangy lemon flavor of this no-fuss dessert is especially delicious on a warm day. It gives me delightful flashbacks of selling lemonade on the sidewalk as a little

Besides being easy to make, they can be done way ahead and kept in

girl. —Donna Biddle, Elmira, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 82 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 46mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 16/40 Sausage Pinwheels 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Make-Ahead Sausage Pinwheels Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings about 6-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these roll-ups are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or a halftime snack. Besides being easy to make, they can be done way ahead and kept in

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