{"id":443763,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443763"},"modified":"2026-01-11T06:59:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T23:59:55","slug":"christmas-meals-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-meals-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Simple Christmas Meals to Make with Kids for a Joyful Holiday Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is a magical time filled with laughter, love, and delicious food. Crafting meals together can create unforgettable memories and tasty treats. Get ready to make some scrumptious dishes that will make your holiday celebration even more special!<\/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\/christmas-meals-with-kids\/#Festive_Pizza_Wreath\" >Festive Pizza Wreath<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-meals-with-kids\/#Santas_Mini_Meatloaf_Muffins\" >Santa\u2019s Mini Meatloaf Muffins<\/a><\/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\/christmas-meals-with-kids\/#Gingerbread_Pancakes_with_Holiday_Berries\" >Gingerbread Pancakes with Holiday Berries<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Pizza_Wreath\"><\/span>Festive Pizza Wreath<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6173423\/pexels-photo-6173423.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Festive Pizza Wreath\" title=\"Festive Pizza Wreath\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Leeloo The First on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/woman-in-black-lace-crop-top-sitting-on-a-bed-with-a-box-of-pizza-6173423\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Pink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-pizza-wreath-with-whipped-goat-cheese-fennel-and-pomegranate-1760547762.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Pizza Wreath with Whipped Goat Cheese, Fennel, and Pomegranate\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thursdaynightpizza.com\/fennel-goat-cheese-pomegranate-holiday-pizza-wreath\/\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Pizza Wreath with Whipped Goat Cheese, Fennel, and Pomegranate<\/a><\/strong> from Thursday Night Pizza<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.2 (4 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-pizza-wreath-1760547762.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Pizza Wreath\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tablespoon.com\/recipes\/holiday-pizza-wreath\/0d1c8a37-6f06-4725-ac45-c802b833bebb\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Pizza Wreath<\/a><\/strong> from Tablespoon.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Azure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/holiday-wreath-pizza-pull-apart-recipe-1760547762.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Wreath Pizza Pull-Apart Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kroger.com\/r\/holiday-wreath-pizza-pull-apart-recipe\/5b18491484aeb83e5f7506e0\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Wreath Pizza Pull-Apart Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Kroger<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine a cozy night where the kitchen fills with the aroma of freshly baked dough and bubbling cheese. A festive pizza wreath is not only a delightful meal but also a fun activity to enjoy with your kids. This creative twist on traditional pizza allows everyone to customize their favorite toppings, making it a hit for all ages!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 pre-made pizza dough<\/li>\n<li>1 cup pizza sauce<\/li>\n<li>2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n<li>Assorted toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh basil or arugula for garnish<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil for brushing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Start by preheating your oven and rolling out the pizza dough into a circular shape. Kids will love helping to arrange the toppings in a wreath formation, creating a beautiful centerpiece for your holiday table. Once it\u2019s baked to golden perfection, drizzle it with a bit of olive oil and sprinkle fresh basil on top. This festive pizza wreath not only looks stunning but tastes amazing with cheesy goodness and your family&#8217;s favorite flavors!<\/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\/make-a-christmas-pizza-wreath-in-10-minutes-1760547805.jpg\" alt=\"Make a CHRISTMAS Pizza Wreath in 10 Minutes!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6aGx2sMXBnI\" target=\"_blank\">Make a CHRISTMAS Pizza Wreath in 10 Minutes!<\/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\/holiday-pizza-wreath-recipe-from-thursday-night-pizza-1760547805.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday Pizza Wreath Recipe from Thursday Night Pizza\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bR5WZalR6vE\" target=\"_blank\">Holiday Pizza Wreath Recipe from Thursday Night Pizza<\/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\/4-ingredient-christmas-pizza-wreath-tutorial-1760547806.jpg\" alt=\"4-ingredient Christmas pizza wreath tutorial\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/XOQ7Yfbvnb8\" target=\"_blank\">4-ingredient Christmas pizza wreath tutorial<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Santas_Mini_Meatloaf_Muffins\"><\/span>Santa\u2019s Mini Meatloaf Muffins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/4374590\/pexels-photo-4374590.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Santa\u2019s Mini Meatloaf Muffins\" title=\"Santa\u2019s Mini Meatloaf Muffins\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by JS Leng on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-photo-of-cupcakes-with-black-sesame-seeds-on-top-4374590\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Sienna\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mini-meatloaf-1760547767.jpg\" alt=\"Mini Meatloaf\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thediaryofarealhousewife.com\/mini-meatloaf\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mini Meatloaf<\/a><\/strong> from The Diary of a Real Housewife<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (12 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:OrangeRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/meatloaf-muffins-old-fashioned-mini-meatloaf-recipe-1760547767.jpg\" alt=\"Meatloaf Muffins &quot;Old Fashioned&quot; Mini Meatloaf Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/twohealthykitchens.com\/meatloaf-muffins\/\" target=\"_blank\">Meatloaf Muffins &quot;Old Fashioned&quot; Mini Meatloaf Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Two Healthy Kitchens<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (16 reviews). Total Time: 26 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Ivory\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-meatloaf-muffins-recipe-1760547767.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Meatloaf Muffins Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/addapinch.com\/weeknight-meatloaf\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Meatloaf Muffins Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from AddaPinch.com<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These adorable mini meatloaf muffins are as fun to make as they are to eat! Packed with savory goodness, they have a delicious blend of flavors that kids will adore. Shaped like little Santa hats, they bring a playful spirit to your Christmas dinner!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 pound ground beef or turkey<\/li>\n<li>1 cup breadcrumbs<\/li>\n<li>1 small onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Shredded cheese (for the \u201chat\u201d)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Mix together the ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, ketchup, and spices in a big bowl. Kids will get a kick out of shaping the mixture into muffin-sized portions, which is perfect for tiny hands. Just before they come out of the oven, top each mini meatloaf with a dollop of ketchup and a sprinkle of cheese to create the look of Santa\u2019s hat! These mini meatloaves pack a punch of flavor and create a fun and festive vibe at your holiday table.<\/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\/love-best-dishes-speedy-mini-meat-loaves-recipe-mini-1760547815.jpg\" alt=\"Love &amp; Best Dishes: Speedy Mini Meat Loaves Recipe | Mini ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=gTwzk8jtyQg\" target=\"_blank\">Love &amp; Best Dishes: Speedy Mini Meat Loaves Recipe | Mini &#8230;<\/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\/mini-meatloaf-muffins-easy-comfort-food-recipe-1760547815.jpg\" alt=\"Mini Meatloaf Muffins: Easy Comfort Food Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@chefitupwithlani\/video\/7292576517941398814\" target=\"_blank\">Mini Meatloaf Muffins: Easy Comfort Food Recipe<\/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\/meatloaf-has-never-looked-so-adorable.-my-kids-will-love-1760547815.jpg\" alt=\"Meatloaf has never looked so adorable. 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My kids will LOVE &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gingerbread_Pancakes_with_Holiday_Berries\"><\/span>Gingerbread Pancakes with Holiday Berries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/716738\/pexels-photo-716738.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Gingerbread Pancakes with Holiday Berries\" title=\"Gingerbread Pancakes with Holiday Berries\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Luna Lovegood on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/red-and-brown-fruits-wreath-716738\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Yellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-pancakes-with-caramelized-pears-1760547797.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Pancakes with Caramelized Pears\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrecipes.com\/recipes\/gingerbread_pancakes_with_caramelized_pears\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Pancakes with Caramelized Pears<\/a><\/strong> from Simply Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). 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Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Beige\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-pancakes-1760547797.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Pancakes\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thetravelbite.com\/recipes\/christmas-gingerbread-pancakes\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Pancakes<\/a><\/strong> from The Travel Bite<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (9 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>What\u2019s better than waking up to the smell of gingerbread pancakes on Christmas morning? Fluffy, spiced pancakes topped with vibrant holiday berries make for a delightful breakfast that everyone will love. This easy recipe will have your kids smiling and ready to celebrate!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1 cup milk<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>Butter for cooking<\/li>\n<li>Assorted holiday berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)<\/li>\n<li>Maple syrup for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Start by mixing the dry ingredients in one bowl and the wet ingredients in another, making it easy for little hands to help out. Pour the batter onto a hot griddle for perfectly fluffy pancakes that smell like the holidays. Top with a colorful array of fresh berries for a festive touch and drizzle with syrup for added sweetness. This breakfast is not only delicious but also a wonderful way to kick off a day filled with holiday cheer!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready for a joyful holiday celebration with three fun and easy Christmas meals you can create together with your kids that will make your festive season even more special.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":445710,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3626],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-443763","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\/443763","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=443763"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443763\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/445710"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443763"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443763"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443763"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443763"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}