Recipes that bring the whole family together for weekend fun

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Making treats together is a great way to spend time as a family, especially on long weekends. Whether it’s rolling truffles, shaping doughnuts, or crafting Pop-Tart houses, these recipes are simple, fun, and perfect for all ages. You’ll create something delicious while making memories along the way. These ideas are easy to follow and bring a little extra joy to your weekend.

A gingerbread house decorated with candy canes, gumdrops, and colorful candies on the roof, set against a white background.
Poptart House. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Dark Chocolate Homemade Truffles

Several chocolate truffles are being coated in chopped nuts and cocoa powder on a wooden table. A plate with partially coated truffles and bowls with toppings are visible.
Homemade Truffles. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

These rich and creamy truffles are simple to make and perfect for sharing. Roll them in cocoa powder, sprinkles, or crushed nuts for a personalized treat everyone can help create.
Get the Recipe: Dark Chocolate Homemade Truffles

Pie Crust Cookies

Five cinnamon rolls with white icing on parchment paper in a baking dish.
Pie Crust Cookies. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Pie crust cookies are a fun and easy way to use leftover dough. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar for a crisp, sweet snack that’s great for little hands to shape and bake.
Get the Recipe: Pie Crust Cookies

Chocolate Cool Whip Cookies

Chocolate crinkle cookies with powdered sugar on parchment paper.
Chocolate Cool Whip Cookies. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

These soft and chewy cookies come together with just a few ingredients. They’re a quick, mess-free option for making sweet memories in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cool Whip Cookies

Amish Doughnuts

Glazed donuts and donut holes on a cooling rack beside a bowl of white icing with a spatula.
Amish Donuts. Photo credit: Little Frugal Farm.

Fluffy, homemade doughnuts are a weekend treat that feels extra special. Everyone will enjoy shaping the dough and dipping the finished doughnuts in glaze or sugar.
Get the Recipe: Amish Doughnuts

Peppermint Oreo Truffles

Close-up of white chocolate truffles with crushed peppermint on top. One truffle is cut open, revealing a dark chocolate filling.
Peppermint Oreo Truffles. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Crushed Oreos and peppermint create a festive treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Dip them in chocolate and add sprinkles for a holiday touch.
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Oreo Truffles

Make an Easy Pop-Tart Holiday House

A gingerbread house decorated with candy canes, gumdrops, and colorful candies on the roof, set against a white background.
Make an Easy Pop-Tart Holiday House. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Using Pop-Tarts to create a holiday house is a creative twist on gingerbread. It’s a fun, no-bake activity perfect for kids and adults alike.
Get the Recipe: Make an Easy Pop-Tart Holiday House

Mini Yule Log Cakes

3 mini yule log cakes on Christmas plates.
Mini Yule Log Cakes. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

These small, festive cakes are a playful take on a classic dessert. Roll up sponge cake with frosting and decorate together for a project everyone will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Mini Yule Log Cakes

Crock Pot Candy

Candy clusters on a plate.
Crock Pot Candy. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

With just a few ingredients and a slow cooker, you can whip up batches of chocolatey candy. It’s a simple and hands-off way to make something delicious as a group.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Candy

Divinity Candy

A glass bowl containing white candy with nuts, placed on a red and white plaid cloth.
Divinity Candy. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Light and fluffy divinity candy is a traditional treat that’s surprisingly easy to make. It’s a fun recipe to try for anyone who enjoys classic sweets.
Get the Recipe: Divinity Candy

Peppermint Bark

Pieces of chocolate peppermint bark on parchment paper, featuring dark and white chocolate layers topped with crushed peppermint candy.
Peppermint Bark. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Layered chocolate and crushed peppermint make this an easy and festive treat. Break it into pieces for sharing or package it up for thoughtful gifts.
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Bark

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