5 Easy No-Bake Holiday Treats for Kids

The one thing kids love more than eating delicious sugary treats, is eating delicious sugary treats they got to decorate themselves! With the holidays fast approaching, we felt like sharing some of our favorite, no-bake recipes for festive holiday treats that invite the whole family to get in on the fun. The simple recipes on this list give your kids a chance to build confidence in the kitchen as they have tons of fun decorating their tasty holiday creations! Since there is no baking required, all of these recipes can also double as a fun holiday activity to try in the classroom.

  • Visual aid of how to complete Polar Bear Cookies by Noshing With The Nolands

    These super simple no-bake Polar Bear Cookies are part crafting project, part delicious cookie. If you're looking for a simple snack your kids can help you prepare for the holidays, then these bears are just right!

  • Visual aid of how to complete Santa Claus Cookies by The Girl Who Ate Everything

    Whether you need a last minute snack to bring to the class Christmas party, or are just looking for an easy holiday baking project to try at home, these peanut butter and white chocolate Santa Cookies are sure to land you a spot on Santa's nice list!

  • Visual aid of how to complete Crispy Reindeer Peanut Butter Balls by Lifestyle Of A Foodie

    These deliciously crispy Reindeer peanut butter balls are super fun for kids to make and decorate, taste great, and offer a slightly healthier alternative to sugar cookies and candy!

  • Visual aid of how to complete Strawberry & Whipped Cream Santas by Jeanette's Healthy Living

    Looking for an alternative to cookies, cakes, and other sugar packed holiday treats? Try these tasty strawberry and whipped cream Santas instead! All you'll need to get started are strawberries, heavy whipping cream, sugar, and candy eyes. Slice the strawberries in half, fill with a dollop of whipped cream, add a pair of candy eyes and you've got a healthy holiday snack worthy of Santa himself!

  • Visual aid of how to complete Chocolate Penguin Cookies by The Savvy Mama Lifestyle

    These easy penguin cookies are a ton of fun to make with your kids, don't require any baking, and are almost too cute to eat! They also make a great, non-denominational snack to bring to the class holiday party.


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