{"id":434361,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:40","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=434361"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:59","slug":"holiday-meals-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-meals-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Favorite Holiday Meals to Make with Kids for a Magical Family Feast"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Gathering around the table during the holidays is one of the best ways to create lasting memories, especially when cooking together as a family. Imagine the laughter, the little hands helping out, and the delicious aromas wafting through the house. Let\u2019s explore two delightful meals that will not only satisfy your taste buds but also spark joy and creativity in the kitchen!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-meals-with-kids\/#Festive_Mini_Pizzas\" >Festive Mini Pizzas<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-meals-with-kids\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-meals-with-kids\/#Magical_Holiday_Gingerbread_Cookies\" >Magical Holiday Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/holiday-meals-with-kids\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Mini_Pizzas\"><\/span>Festive Mini Pizzas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5039343\/pexels-photo-5039343.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Festive Mini Pizzas\" title=\"Festive Mini Pizzas\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Leeloo The First on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/pinchos-on-the-plate-5039343\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/school-holiday-recipes-1760481510.jpg\" alt=\"School holiday recipes\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/recipes\/collection\/school-holiday-recipes\" target=\"_blank\">School holiday recipes<\/a><\/strong> from BBC Good Food<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chorizo-mac-cheese-1760481510.jpg\" alt=\"Chorizo Mac &amp; Cheese\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/growingupbilingual.com\/easy-party-meals-for-unexpected-holiday-guests\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chorizo Mac &amp; Cheese<\/a><\/strong> from Growing Up Bilingual<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (18 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/quick-kid-friendly-dinners-1760481510.jpg\" alt=\"Quick kid-friendly dinners\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/food\/collections\/quick_kid-friendly_dinners\" target=\"_blank\">Quick kid-friendly dinners<\/a><\/strong> from BBC<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These festive mini pizzas are bursting with flavor and creativity, making them the perfect canvas for little chefs to express themselves. Each pizza is made from a simple dough base and topped with vibrant ingredients that shine like decorations on a holiday tree. The fun of assembling these mini masterpieces will keep kids engaged, and the delicious results will make everyone smile!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Pre-made pizza dough or English muffins<\/li>\n<li>Pizza sauce<\/li>\n<li>Shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, mushrooms, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Italian seasoning (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these mini pizzas so special is the opportunity for each family member to customize their own. Kids can let their imaginations run wild by choosing unique toppings, creating fun shapes, or even making smiley faces out of ingredients. This interactive meal not only fosters creativity but also invites conversation as everyone shares their culinary designs. Plus, the smell of melting cheese and fresh toppings will have everyone eagerly waiting for their turn to enjoy a slice!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/\u2728-christmas-tree-mini-pizzas-\u2728-a-festive-twist-on-a-1760481517.jpg\" alt=\"\u2728 CHRISTMAS TREE MINI PIZZAS \u2728 A festive twist on a ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DDo-2LZzUdD\/\" target=\"_blank\">\u2728 CHRISTMAS TREE MINI PIZZAS \u2728 A festive twist on a &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/festive-pigs-in-blankets-pizza-recipe-christmas-food-ideas-1760481517.jpg\" alt=\"Festive Pigs in Blankets Pizza Recipe | Christmas Food Ideas\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@lovelogsuk\/video\/7310940162165427488\" target=\"_blank\">Festive Pigs in Blankets Pizza Recipe | Christmas Food Ideas<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mini-pizza-delicious-convenient-festive-1760481517.jpg\" alt=\"Mini Pizza! 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Festive!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Magical_Holiday_Gingerbread_Cookies\"><\/span>Magical Holiday Gingerbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5709006\/pexels-photo-5709006.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Magical Holiday Gingerbread Cookies\" title=\"Magical Holiday Gingerbread Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Monstera Production on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/christmas-composition-with-cookies-and-pine-branches-5709006\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleTurquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mickey-mouse-holiday-gingerbread-cookie-2020-1760481514.jpg\" alt=\"Mickey Mouse Holiday Gingerbread Cookie 2020\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magicaltreatsathome.com\/2020\/12\/15\/mickey-mouse-holiday-gingerbread-cookie-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mickey Mouse Holiday Gingerbread Cookie 2020<\/a><\/strong> from Magical Treats at Home<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LemonChiffon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mickey-mouse-gingerbread-cookies-1760481514.jpg\" alt=\"Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mixinsomemagic.com\/mickey-mouse-gingerbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Mix In Some Magic<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Pink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/copycat-mickey-gingerbread-man-cookies-1760481514.jpg\" alt=\"Copycat Mickey Gingerbread Man Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ramblingintrovert.com\/copycat-mickey-gingerbread-man-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Copycat Mickey Gingerbread Man Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from The Rambling Introvert<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>There&#8217;s something irresistibly cozy about making gingerbread cookies during the holiday season. These spicy, sweet treats are not only a delight to eat but also a fun project to create together. Rolling out the dough, cutting out festive shapes, and decorating with colorful icing turns baking into a joyful art class right in your kitchen.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>3 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup molasses<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing for decoration (egg whites, powdered sugar, lemon juice)<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkles and candies for embellishment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What sets these gingerbread cookies apart is not just the delicious flavor but also the tradition they help create. Decorating the cookies can turn into a festive competition, with everyone trying to make the most creative designs. The delightful scent that fills the home while baking will bring everyone together, fostering a sense of warmth and nostalgia. Plus, these cookies make perfect gifts or holiday treats to share with neighbors and friends!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Create unforgettable memories in the kitchen with your kids by whipping up festive gingerbread houses and delightful holiday-themed pizzas that will make your family feast truly enchanting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":434537,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":1,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-434361","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-christmas","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/434361","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=434361"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/434361\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/434537"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=434361"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=434361"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=434361"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=434361"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}