This is the perfect time of year to have fun with food! It’s also a great time to think about food as a potential gift idea for friends and family. Today on Family Food Live, 5 Heavenly Holiday Snack Ideas that can also be used as gifts!
Yummy and Heavenly Treats for Holidays
The holiday season is for kids of all ages. So, here’s a list of amazing and heavenly sweets you can try to satisfy your little sweet tooth.
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1. Gingerbread Granola Holiday Snacks
Granola is one of the kids’ favorites. Infuse it with gingerbread and it will be a bigger hit this holiday season!
Ingredients Needed To Make Gingerbread Granola Holiday Snacks:
- 1 cup raw Almonds
- 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 2 cups Shredded Coconut
- 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 6 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cloves
- 4 cups Old-Fashioned Oats
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted
- 3 Tablespoons Molasses
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- A cup of Roasted Pistachios
- 1 cup Dried Cranberries
- A cup of White Chocolate Chips
Head on over to Five Heart Home for this delicious Gingerbread Granola recipe!
2. Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels Recipe
Yes, have a sweet-smelling pretzel snack and have fun!
Ingredients Needed To Make Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels:
- 2/3 cup Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
- 1 16 oz. Package Pretzels
How To Make Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels:
- First, preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
- In a large roasting pan, combine vegetable oil, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Next, stir in the pretzels, and combine with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Spread on parchment paper to cool.
- Store in an air-tight glass or plastic container.
3. Cinnamon Brown Sugar Butter
Looking for a unique peanut butter flavor? Here’s the recipe for you to try!
Ingredients Needed To Make Cinnamon Brown Sugar Butter:
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- A stick of Butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
How To Make Cinnamon Brown Sugar Butter:
- Using a fork, smash the butter until it’s whipped.
- Then, add the brown sugar and cinnamon, and combine.
- Transfer to a glass container.
- Serve with toast or rolls. This is a yummy side on Christmas morning!
4. White Chocolate Holiday Oreos Snack Idea
Oreos are an all-time favorite, regardless of age. Tweak it a bit and have a fab dessert!
Ingredients Needed To Make White Chocolate Holiday Oreos:
- Package of Oreos
- Bag of White Chocolate Chips
- Holiday sprinkles
How To Make White Chocolate Holiday Oreos:
- Over simmering water, double boil the white chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl.
- Next, dip half of the Oreo into the white chocolate, and then add holiday sprinkles to the white chocolate, immediately.
- Place on parchment paper to allow chocolate to cool. Then, put in the refrigerator to speed up the process.
- Enjoy.
5. Hot Chocolate in a Jar
Want a less-mess dessert? This Hot Chocolate in a Jar is here to save the day!
Ingredients Needed To Make Hot Chocolate In A Jar:
- 4 Packets of Hot Chocolate mix
- Mini Marshmallows
- Mini Candy Canes
How Ingredients Needed To Make Hot Chocolate In A Jar:
- Start by opening and and placing the hot chocolate mix in the bottom of a mason jar.
- Then, add a layer of mini marshmallows.
- Close the jar, and using holiday string, add a mini candy cane to the top.
- Give as a gift, or use yourself!
Kid-Friendly Ways to Celebrate the Holidays
- Santa Belt Pudding Cups
- Christmas Preschool Craft with Play Dough Gingerbread Man
- Stained Glass Christmas Cookies
- Christmas Tree Waffles
- Free Printable Christmas Placemats
- Give the Gift of Time This Christmas
- Christmas Activity: Tin Foil DIY Ornaments
- The Best Holiday Gifts for the Foodie in Your Life!
What are your family’s favorite holiday snacks? Comment below!
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