20 Easy Christmas Snacks For Kids To Make
You’ll love these easy christmas snacks for kids to make for themselves! These Christmas cookies, candies, and desserts make an excellent gift for teachers, family, and friends.
Making Christmas snacks with my boys was one of their favorite holiday activities.
And before you get the wrong idea, We didn’t try to make those beautifully decorated treats you see on Pinterest today.
We kept it simple, and I chose easy recipes my kids could make. After all, I wanted this activity to be fun, and there was no way I would pipe icing in the shape of perfect Christmas trees on anything.
And it was fun. In fact, I think that baking together remains one of my boy’s favorite Advent memories.
They would rush into the kitchen with eyes full of excitement, and soon, we would be a glorious mess of everything sticky and sweet.
Cooking with kids is fun when you keep it simple. Most children I know love baking and like making sweet treats. Who doesn’t?
20 Easy Christmas Snacks For Kids To Make
Most of these Christmas snacks for kids recipes are no-bake, but some require melting some ingredients. Older children will be able to make these easily with a little supervision. Younger ones may need more help. Use your common sense and oversee your children carefully.
Grinch Charcuterie
Bring the Grinch to life this holiday season with a whimsical Grinch Charcuterie Board! This festive and colorful Christmas snack is packed with kid-friendly fruits, meat, and other tasty bites. It’s a creative, healthy option that little ones will love—and it’s perfect for school parties, family movie nights, or a cheerful addition to your holiday table.
Healthy Charcuterie For Kids
Build a festive Christmas charcuterie board that kids will love! This colorful snack tray is packed with a fun mix of fruit, cheese, pretzels, crackers, dips, and even chicken bites. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and savory for holiday parties, school events, or a cozy family night. Follow our simple steps to create a cheerful, kid-friendly snack board that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Reindeer Rice Krispies Treat
Need a quick Christmas snack idea kids will love? Our Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats come together in minutes and make the cutest holiday gift or party treat!
Cute Grinch Pretzels
Our festive Grinch pretzels are a sweet, salty treat that’s fun to make! With green candy coating and a red heart sprinkle, they’re the perfect holiday treat for parties, gift bags, or family movie nights.
Easy Graham Cracker Reindeer
Create adorable Graham Cracker Reindeer with your kids using this simple and fun recipe. Perfect for Christmas parties and school events, these cute treats are sure to be a hit!
Christmas Kiss Cookie Cups
Keep holiday baking stress-free with our Christmas Kiss Cookie Cups! Made with premade cookie dough and simple toppings, they’re an easy, festive treat perfect for any Christmas celebration. Thee cookies do require baking.
4 Ingredient Christmas Oreo Cookie Balls
If you’re searching for easy, no-fuss Christmas goodies that everyone will absolutely adore, these 4-Ingredient Oreo Cookie Balls are fantastic! Kids can help make the balls but may need help with the dipping.
Grinch Truffle Balls
Our easy gluten-free Grinch truffles are a no-bake Christmas snack for kids made with rich chocolate, vibrant green candy melts, and topped with a festive red heart. Kids can help make the balls but may need help with the dipping.
Easy White Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Get ready for a simple holiday delight with this delicious Easy White Chocolate Peppermint Bark. This no-bake wonder only calls for four ingredients, making it a breeze to whip up. Perfect for kids who want to make a special treat!
Chocolate Noodle Christmas Trees
Have you seen these cute Chocolate Noodle Christmas Trees? They’re like those chocolate bird’s nests we make at Easter but in the shape of trees. And guess what? They’re super easy to make without any baking involved. The kids will have a blast making these for Christmas!
Christmas Peppermint Patties
Christmas Peppermint Patties taste even better than the ones you buy from the store! Perfect for holiday cookie trays, these sweet peppermint treats come with festive sprinkles to make them extra Christmassy.
Candy Cane Rice Krispies Treats
A classic favorite all dressed up for Christmas. A no bake Rice Krispie square with a little Christmas flair. It doesn’t get easier than this. Kids will love them.
Coconut Snowballs
These delightful coconut treats are incredibly easy to make and allergy-friendly. They’re free from wheat, dairy, eggs, and nuts and don’t contain refined sugar. And yet, they’re still incredibly delicious!
Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites
Get ready for a yummy mix of sweet and salty in these Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bites. They’re easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Peppermint Oreos
Get into the holiday mood with Peppermint Oreos! These delicious treats are a simple, no-bake cookie recipe that’s pretty and incredibly tasty—a perfect holiday treat!
Easy Chocolate Pretzel Reindeer Treats
Feel the holiday magic with Easy Chocolate Pretzel Reindeer Treats! Inspired by Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, these adorable treats are fun and tasty. Plus, they’re a great Christmas recipe to make with your kids!
Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Rods
Easy Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods strike a perfect balance between sweet and salty. You can easily customize them for any holiday or special event. Best of all, making them is a fun activity for kids!
Easy Christmas Chocolate Bark
When time is short, and the kids are eager to cook something fun, try Easy Christmas Chocolate Bark with M&Ms! This quick recipe is a lifesaver for busy moms and a delightful holiday activity to share with the kids.
Reindeer Poop- Choco Crunch Bliss Balls
Introducing Reindeer Poop-Choco Crunch Bliss Balls:These tiny delights are a breeze to create. They are also allergy-friendly,with no gluten or dairy. Crafted mainly from pantry staples, they’re a tasty and festive treat!
Christmas Popcorn Snack Mix
Christmas Popcorn Snack Mix is the ultimate Christmas snack for kids! This delectable blend of sweet and salty is ideal for Christmas celebrations, movie nights, parties, festive gift-giving, or any occasion.
When You’ve Finished Baking
When you are done, you can think about what to do with these Christmas snacks. Will you share them with
- Neighbors
- Those wonderful people who keep our community safe (firefighters, police, or nurses in emergency)
- Teachers
- Family members
- Or keep them for yourselves?
It doesn’t really matter. What’s important is that you’ve made some amazing memories without having a Pinterest-induced meltdown. And that makes for a great Christmas activity!
With 20 easy Christmas snacks for kids to make, you’re all set for a season full of fun, festive treats!
Whether you’re planning a school party, a holiday movie night, or just want something merry to munch on, there’s something here for everyone.
Pick a few favorites, gather the kids, and enjoy making some sweet holiday memories together. And don’t forget to pin this post so you’ll have all these fun snack ideas ready whenever the holiday spirit strikes!
This post is part of my Christmas Recipe collection. You can find all my Holiday & Seasonal Recipes here, or head to the Kid-Friendly Recipes resource hub for everything in one place.