Christmas treats for kids are the perfect way to add joy (and sugar!) to the holiday season. Whether you’re planning a classroom party, entertaining little ones at home, or just looking for creative edible crafts, these festive ideas are as simple as they are adorable. This trio of no-fuss holiday sweets—Reindeer Brownies, Marshmallow Snowmen, and Santa Rice Krispies—brings big smiles with minimal stress. You don’t need fancy tools or baking degrees to make these. In fact, your kids can jump in and decorate right alongside you.
Let’s turn your kitchen into Santa’s sweetest workshop!
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🎁 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super simple and beginner-friendly
- No baking skills required (use boxed mixes!)
- Kid-approved and great for holiday parties
- Flexible—substitute decorations based on what you have
- Perfect for making memories with the family
🧺 Ingredients
For Reindeer Brownies
- 1 box brownie mix (or homemade)
- 8–10 pretzels (regular or yogurt-covered)
- 8 red hots (or red icing)
- 8 sets of candy eyes (or white icing dots)
For Marshmallow Snowmen
- 24 regular marshmallows
- 32 stick pretzels (arms/legs)
- 24 mini chocolate chips (buttons)
- 16 mini chocolate chips (eyes)
- 8 pieces candy corn (or orange icing)
- Brown/black icing (mouths)
For Santa Rice Krispies
- 1 batch Rice Krispie treats (in a 9×13” dish)
- Red icing (hats)
- White icing (hair and beard)
- 12 red hots (or red icing)
- 12 sets candy eyes (or white icing)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make Reindeer Brownies
- Bake brownies in a 9×9 pan and let cool completely.
- Cut into 8 triangles. Position with tip facing down.
- Add broken pretzel halves to the top corners for antlers.
- Place candy eyes in the middle and a red hot at the tip for the nose.
2. Assemble Marshmallow Snowmen
- Stack 3 marshmallows vertically; attach with icing or small pretzel pieces.
- Press mini chips onto the middle marshmallow for buttons.
- Add eyes to the top one, then candy corn for the nose.
- Dot on a mouth using dark icing or melted chocolate.
- Insert pretzel sticks for arms and legs.
3. Decorate Santa Rice Krispies
- Prepare Rice Krispies and press gently into a 9×13” dish.
- Once set, cut into 2–3″ round shapes.
- Add red icing at the top for the hat.
- Use white icing below for hair and a beard.
- Add eyes and a red nose using candy or icing.
🕒 Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (Brownies require baking, but can be premade)
- Servings: 8 brownies, 8 snowmen, 12 Santa Rice Krispies
🧾 Nutrition Facts (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 140
- Carbs: 18g
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 76mg
🧁 Tips & Variations
- Brownie Shortcut: Use store-bought brownie mix to save time
- Snowman Fun: Use icing or mini candy canes for scarves
- Santa Hack: Use round cookies instead of cutting Rice Krispies
- Storage: Keep treats in an airtight container for up to 7 days
- Party-Ready: Wrap individually for bake sales or classroom gifts
- Get Creative: Use whatever candies or sprinkles you have on hand!
3 Easy Christmas Treats for Kids
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- **Reindeer Brownies**: Bake, cool, cut into triangles. Decorate with pretzels, eyes, and a red nose.
- **Snowmen**: Stack marshmallows, attach features using chocolate chips, candy, and pretzels.
- **Santa Krispies**: Cut treats into circles. Add icing for hat, hair, beard, and facial features.
Notes
– Decorations are flexible
– Great for parties or gifting
❓ FAQs
Can I make these Christmas treats for kids ahead of time?
Absolutely! All three can be made 1–2 days ahead and stored in a sealed container.
Are these treats safe for toddlers?
Yes, but be cautious with small candies like red hots and pretzels—supervise closely.
Can I make gluten-free versions?
Yes! Use gluten-free brownie mix and gluten-free pretzels or skip pretzels entirely.
What can I use instead of red hots?
Try red M&Ms, Skittles, or just red icing piped in a circle.
🎉 Conclusion
These Christmas treats for kids are festive, foolproof, and guaranteed to bring holiday cheer. Whether you’re crafting a holiday memory or just want something sweet and seasonal, these simple recipes get the job done—with cuteness to spare. Let the kids take the reins (pun intended!) and make it a delicious day of fun.