21 magical Christmas treats kids will love!

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with treats your kids will love to make and eat! From cookies they can decorate to cupcakes that look like reindeer and crunchy snacks perfect for munching, we’ve got recipes to make the season extra sweet. These fun-to-make goodies are perfect for cozy family nights or sharing at your next holiday party. So grab your little helpers, roll up your sleeves, and let the festive fun begin!

Christmas popcorn in a white bowl with pretzels.
Christmas Crunch. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Mint Sprinkle Cookies

A plate of green and white sprinkled cookies, some cut in half to show green centers, next to a cup of tea on a table with a lacy placemat.
Mint Sprinkle Cookies. Photo credit: rephotograph.

These mint cookies with vibrant green and white sprinkles are a festive delight for kids! Let them help sprinkle the toppings for extra fun. They’ll love the colorful look and tasty minty flavor!
Get the Recipe: Mint Sprinkle Cookies

Spiced Christmas Tree Cookies

Christmas tree cutout cookies with red, white and green dots of icing.
Spiced Christmas Tree Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Your little bakers will love making these Spiced Christmas Tree Cookies filled with warm spices! Topped with icing dots, they’re both fun to decorate and delicious to eat. Perfect for a holiday cookie platter that kids will adore!
Get the Recipe: Spiced Christmas Tree Cookies

Christmas Party Mints

Red, green and white cream cheese mints in a muffin tin.
Christmas Party Mints. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make these melt-in-your-mouth Christmas Party Mints with your kids for a fun holiday treat! With just 4 ingredients, they’re easy to whip up together. Kids will enjoy the creamy peppermint flavor and festive colors!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Party Mints

Christmas Crunch Popcorn

Christmas popcorn in a white bowl with pretzels.
Christmas Crunch Popcorn. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This fun Christmas Popcorn is perfect for a kids’ snack during the holiday season! Let your kids help make it, and watch their faces light up with joy. It’s a colorful treat that adds cheer to any gathering!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Crunch Popcorn

Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

Christmas Pinwheel Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.
Christmas Pinwheel Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake up these festive Christmas pinwheel cookies that kids will love to help create! With their bright colors and delicious taste, they’re sure to be a hit on any cookie tray. These colorful treats make holiday baking a fun family activity!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

Christmas Sprinkle Cookies

Cookies with red, green and white sprinkles with red Christmas balls.
Christmas Sprinkle Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Kids will have a blast making these Christmas Sprinkle Cookies, especially with the surprise fudge center! Rolled in festive red, green, and white sprinkles, they’re not just tasty but also super fun to decorate. Your little ones will love the colors and flavors!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Sprinkle Cookies

Cornflake Wreath Cookies

Christmas wreath cornflake treats.
Cornflake Wreath Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These No Bake Cornflake Wreath Cookies are perfect for a kids’ snack and super easy to make! Let your kids help shape them, and add red hot candies for the holly berries. They’ll love the festive look and delicious crunch!
Get the Recipe: Cornflake Wreath Cookies

Hot Chocolate With Marshmallows

Two bowls of hot chocolate with marshmallows on top.
Hot Chocolate With Marshmallows. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Warm up with this easy 4-ingredient Hot Chocolate that kids can help whip up! Top it with marshmallows for a sweet treat that’s perfect for chilly days. Your little ones will enjoy making and sipping on this cozy drink!
Get the Recipe: Hot Chocolate With Marshmallows

White Chocolate Dipped Wafer Cookies

A plate with Christmas cookies and candy on it.
White Chocolate Dipped Wafer Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Let your kids help dip crispy wafers in white chocolate for a fun and festive treat! These cookies are simple to make and look great on any holiday dessert table. Kids will love the sweet crunch and the chance to get creative!
Get the Recipe: White Chocolate Dipped Wafer Cookies

Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

Rice Krispies treats with white frosting drizzle and festive sprinkles, cut into squares on a wooden cutting board, with one square being lifted by a spatula.
Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats are a fun no-bake snack that kids can help make in under 30 minutes! It’s an easy and festive treat with everything mixed in one pot. Your little ones will enjoy the delicious flavors and the colorful decorations!
Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

Christmas Marshmallow Pop

Christmas Marshmallow Pop. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Get your kids involved in making these homemade marshmallows styled like “Santa’s Bag”! Topped with sweet treasures, they’re perfect for holiday celebrations or as homemade gifts. Kids will enjoy the fun presentation and delicious flavors!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Marshmallow Pop

Christmas Wreath Cupcakes

Christmas Wreath Cupcakes. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Bring some winter wonderland magic to your holiday gathering with these cute Christmas wreath cupcakes! Let your kids help decorate them with frosting and white chocolate ribbons. They’ll be excited to see their creations and enjoy the tasty results!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Wreath Cupcakes

Melting Snowman Marshmallows

Melting Snowman Marshmallows. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Kids will love creating these adorable melting snowman marshmallows for your Christmas dessert table! They’re super fun to make and look so cute with mini marshmallows on top. Watch your little ones enjoy making and eating these sweet treats!
Get the Recipe: Melting Snowman Marshmallows

Christmas Rolo Pretzel Bites

Christmas Rolo Pretzel Bites. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These Christmas Rolo pretzel bites are a magical sweet and salty snack that kids will love to help make! They’re super easy to prepare, making them perfect for little hands. Your kids will enjoy the delicious flavors and the fun of creating these treats!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Rolo Pretzel Bites

Gumdrop Nougat

Gumdrop Nougat. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Let your kids help whip up this sweet and chewy gumdrop nougat with just 4 ingredients! It’s a simple and festive treat that they’ll enjoy making and eating. Kids will love the colorful gumdrops and the fun of creating their own candy!
Get the Recipe: Gumdrop Nougat

Christmas Sugar Cookie Pizza

Christmas Sugar Cookie Pizza. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Create a fun Christmas Sugar Cookie Pizza with your kids using sugar cookie dough, icing, and candy toppings! They’ll love decorating it with festive red, white, and green colors. This unique treat is a hit for a holiday snack!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Sugar Cookie Pizza

Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies

Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Transform holiday candy canes into Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies that kids will love to help make! They’re a fun and festive treat that adds a splash of color to any cookie tray. Your little ones will enjoy the peppermint flavor and the creative process!
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies

Double Chocolate Blossom Cookies

Two chocolate blossom Christmas cookies on a white plate.
Double Chocolate Blossom Cookies. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Kids will adore these Double Chocolate Blossom Cookies topped with a Hershey’s Kiss! They’re easy to make, and your little bakers will love the chocolatey goodness. Perfect for adding a sweet touch to your holiday dessert platter!
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Blossom Cookies

Church Window Cookies

Church window cookies with colored marshmallows and coconut.
Church Window Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These colorful Church Window Cookies are a nostalgic no-bake treat that kids can help make! With chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts, they’re a fun addition to any holiday dessert table. Your little ones will enjoy the vibrant look and delicious taste!
Get the Recipe: Church Window Cookies

Bears in a Blanket

Pastries with chocolate pieces and bear-shaped cookies on top, arranged on a decorative plate next to a glass of milk.
Bears in a Blanket. Photo credit: The Buttered Home

Cooking with kids is a blast, especially with our Bears in a Blanket recipe! Let them help wrap chocolate and teddy grahams in puff pastry for a fun snack. Your kids will love making and munching on these adorable treats!
Get the Recipe: Bears in a Blanket

Santa Cupcakes

Santa Cupcakes. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These cute Santa cupcakes are made with boxed cake mix, frosting and little candy decorations. A perfect addition to your holiday baking list!
Get the Recipe: Santa Cupcakes

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