{"id":439803,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:38","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=439803"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:52","slug":"easy-christmas-recipes-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Quick Christmas Recipes to Make with Kids That Will Spark Holiday Joy!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is the perfect time to gather around the kitchen with your little ones. There\u2019s something magical about creating delicious treats together that brings everyone closer. These two quick recipes will not only fill your home with delightful aromas but also create cherished memories that last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 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\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-kids\/#Festive_Santa_Hat_Brownies\" >Festive Santa Hat Brownies<\/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\/easy-christmas-recipes-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\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-kids\/#Reindeer_Pretzel_Treats\" >Reindeer Pretzel Treats<\/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\/easy-christmas-recipes-with-kids\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Santa_Hat_Brownies\"><\/span>Festive Santa Hat Brownies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6021485\/pexels-photo-6021485.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Festive Santa Hat Brownies\" title=\"Festive Santa Hat Brownies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Tima Miroshnichenko on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/man-in-santa-claus-costume-dancing-gracefully-6021485\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Crimson\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-santa-hat-brownies-1760532506.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Santa Hat Brownies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cakewhiz.com\/santa-hat-brownies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Santa Hat Brownies<\/a><\/strong> from CakeWhiz<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Snow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/santa-hat-brownies-1760532506.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Hat Brownies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mamacheaps.com\/brownie-bite-strawberry-santa-hats-dessert\/\" target=\"_blank\">Santa Hat Brownies<\/a><\/strong> from Mama Cheaps<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:GhostWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/santa-hat-brownies-1760532507.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Hat Brownies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cakieshq.com\/recipe\/santa-hat-brownies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Santa Hat Brownies<\/a><\/strong> from Cakies<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (16 reviews). Total Time: 11 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine sinking your teeth into a rich, chocolatey brownie topped with a fluffy marshmallow and a bright red strawberry. The combination of fudgy brownie, sweet creaminess, and fruity freshness makes for a delightful treat that captures the essence of Christmas. These brownies are baked quickly and decorated in a way that kids will absolutely love!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 box of brownie mix<\/li>\n<li>Eggs (as directed on the brownie mix)<\/li>\n<li>Oil (as directed on the brownie mix)<\/li>\n<li>Water (as directed on the brownie mix)<\/li>\n<li>Marshmallows (mini or regular)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh strawberries<\/li>\n<li>Whipped cream (optional for extra decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these Santa Hat Brownies so special is their festive presentation. As you layer each brownie with marshmallows and strawberries, your kids can get creative, making each one unique. Not only do they taste amazing, but they also look adorable on any holiday dessert table! Plus, who can resist the charm of a little Santa hat made from a brownie? It\u2019s a fun and easy way to get kids involved in holiday baking while sneaking in some chocolatey goodness!<\/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\/diy-santa-hat-brownies\ud83c\udf84\ud83c\udf84-first-bake-your-brownies.-once-1760532514.jpg\" alt=\"DIY Santa hat brownies!\ud83c\udf84\ud83c\udf84-First bake your brownies.-Once ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/morganourwintonhome\/videos\/diy-santa-hat-brownies-first-bake-your-brownies-once-brownies-have-cooled-cut-th\/454993603957841\/\" target=\"_blank\">DIY Santa hat brownies!\ud83c\udf84\ud83c\udf84-First bake your brownies.-Once &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-treats-santa-hat-brownies-that-will-steal-the-show-1760532514.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Treats: Santa Hat Brownies That Will Steal the Show!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PH6n5IzG8ZU\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Treats: Santa Hat Brownies That Will Steal the Show!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/santa-hat-brownies-the-perfect-easy-christmas-treat-i-went-1760532514.jpg\" alt=\"Santa hat brownies the perfect easy Christmas treat! 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I went &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reindeer_Pretzel_Treats\"><\/span>Reindeer Pretzel Treats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6210874\/pexels-photo-6210874.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Reindeer Pretzel Treats\" title=\"Reindeer Pretzel Treats\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Tim Douglas on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/various-sweet-gingerbread-served-near-coniferous-branches-for-christmas-celebration-6210874\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Red\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/rolo-pretzel-reindeer-1760532510.jpg\" alt=\"Rolo Pretzel Reindeer\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iheartnaptime.net\/rolo-pretzel-reindeer\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rolo Pretzel Reindeer<\/a><\/strong> from I Heart Naptime<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (21 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlanchedAlmond\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/reindeer-noses-rolo-pretzel-bites-1760532510.jpg\" alt=\"Reindeer Noses (Rolo Pretzel Bites)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/donuts2crumpets.com\/2022\/11\/reindeer-noses-rolo-pretzel-bites.html\" target=\"_blank\">Reindeer Noses (Rolo Pretzel Bites)<\/a><\/strong> from Donuts2Crumpets<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (23 reviews). Total Time: peanut butter m&amp;m&#039;s, salted caramel, mini waffle pretzels. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:ForestGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/reindeer-pretzels-1760532510.jpg\" alt=\"Reindeer Pretzels\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bakingyouhappier.com\/reindeer-pretzels\/\" target=\"_blank\">Reindeer Pretzels<\/a><\/strong> from Baking You Happier<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These delightful little reindeer snacks combine salty pretzels, sweet chocolate, and colorful candies for a treat that\u2019s as fun to make as it is to eat. The crunchy pretzel base, paired with smooth chocolate and topped with bright red noses, creates a festive flavor explosion. It\u2019s the perfect no-bake recipe that kids can assemble in no time!<\/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>Mini pretzels (the traditional shape works best)<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate melts or chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>Red M&amp;M\u2019s or any red candy for the noses<\/li>\n<li>Mini chocolate chips for the eyes<\/li>\n<li>Optional: candy cane pieces for antlers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These Reindeer Pretzel Treats are a holiday classic because they are super simple and a blast to make with the kids. Everyone can get involved, from dipping pretzels in chocolate to placing the candies just right. The best part? They\u2019re perfect for gift-giving or as a fun addition to any holiday gathering. Plus, watching your kids giggle as they create their own little reindeer is a joy that warms the heart, making this treat a memorable part of your holiday festivities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to create festive memories in the kitchen with your little ones by trying these two delightful Christmas recipes that are sure to bring holiday cheer and delicious treats to your celebration!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":446205,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":6,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-439803","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\/439803","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=439803"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/439803\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/446205"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=439803"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=439803"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=439803"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=439803"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}