Holiday Recipes: 25 Days of Christmas Treats (2024)

At Mommysavers, we know that Christmas Treats are a big part of holiday tradition and magic – for adults and kids alike!Last year, we brought you our first 25 Days of Holiday Treats post. This year, we're bringing you 25 more! Bookmark this page and check back daily from now until Christmas for a new holiday treat!

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #1

Nutter Butter Reindeer CookiesThese Nutter Butter Reindeer Cookies are so cute, nobody will want to eat them! They don't require any baking, so they're a great project for your kids to help with. The Wilton candy eyes are such a cute touch.

[Nutter Butter Reindeer Cookie Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #2

Rice Krispies Christmas TreesAdd a bit of green food color to your Rice Krispies Treats to make these cute Rice Krispies Christmas Trees! Add a cake pop stick if you choose. Plus, the cutting method makes them really fast and easy to make.

[Rice Krispies Christmas Trees Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #3

Coffeehouse Coffee RecipesLove coffeehouse coffee, but hate the prices? We've got lots of great recipes to re-create that coffeehouse flavor on a budget plus other ways to create that perfect cuppa joe at home!

[Coffeehouse Coffee on a Budget]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #4

Jell-o PopcornJell-o popcorn is easy to make in a big batch, so it's perfect to give to friends and neighbors. Be sure to make enough to keep for yourself! It looks great in a decorative tin (pick them up at the thrift store!).

[Jell-o Popcorn Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #5

Cocoa Krispies ReindeerAnother variation on the Rice Krispies Treat, these Cocoa Krispies Reindeer are as yummy as they are adorable! It's another fun kid-friendly treat.

[Cocoa Krispies Reindeer Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #6

Oreo Snowmen Pops Oreo Snowmen Pops would look great at any holiday party! Use black frosting dots for eyes and mouth, and half an orange Tic-Tac for the snowman's nose.

[Oreo Snowmen PopsRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #7

Reindeer and Snowmen Mini DonutsHow cute would these Reindeer and Snowmen Mini Donuts be on Christmas morning, or to leave as a treat for Santa? They're another easy, no-bake holiday treat.

[Reindeer and Snowmen Mini Donuts Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #8

Cranberry Pecan pinwheelsPinwheel cookies are a holiday tradition for many. The sweet dough combined with the tart cranberries is a colorful, tasty combination.

[Cranberry Pecan Pinwheels Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #9

Santa Hat Brownie BitesBrownie bites are topped with a strawberry and frosting to create an adorable Santa hat! Thanks to our blogger Amy for sharing her recipe and photos.

[Santa Hat Brownie Bites Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #10

Homemade French Vanilla CreamerHomemade French Vanilla creamer is as simple as dumping and stirring! Plus, it costs a lot less than the store-brand version. If vanilla isn't your thing, you can use other extracts in this simple holiday recipe. Peppermint would be delicious!

[Homemade French Vanilla CreamerRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #11

White Chocolate Cranberry bread PuddingThiswas easy to make, tastedfabulous, and would look great on any holiday table. Plus, use day-old French bread to make it super-frugal.

[White Chocolate Cranberry Bread PuddingRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #12

Holiday Popcorn Crunch Popcorn makes this recipe frugal, all the holiday goodies make it delicious! Plus, this takes less than ten minutes to make!

[Holiday Popcorn CrunchRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #13

Double Chocolate Diamonds A peanut butter cookie based is topped with double-chocolate fudge on top. A great addition to any holiday party tray!

[Double Chocolate DiamondsRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #14

Christmas Cookie Bark This Christmas Treat requires only three ingredients: oreos, Almond Bark, and holiday sprinkles. It looks festive and tastes great.

[Christmas Cookie BarkRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #15

Marshmallow SnowmanLike many otherholiday treats, this marshmallow snowman makes a fun kids' activity as well. We had the snowman ingredients sitting on our table for two days before we had time to make these and my kids were SO excited.

[Marshmallow SnowmanRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #16

Pecan TassiesFor our family, it wouldn't be Christmas without these Pecan Tassies. My grandmother made them and passed the recipe on down to my mom, and now I'm making them too. Be warned: it's nearly impossible to eat just one!

[Pecan TassiesRecipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #17

Goat Cheese CrostiniNot all Christmas treats are sweet! We love savory goodies as well. ALDI carries goat cheese as a seasonal selection, and it's pretty frugal! These goat cheese crostini will impress even the most discriminating foodie at your holiday party.

[Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #18

Club Cracker Toffee Cookies There are a lot of variations on this holiday treat. Some make it with saltines, others with graham crackers. Any which way, they're addictive!

[Club Cracker Toffee Cookies Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #19

Cheese Straws Another savory favorite, these cheese straws are made from a dough made of sharp Cheddar, butter and flour. Sweet Chipotle pepper gives it a little kick. Guaranteed these won't last until Christmas!

[Cheese Straws Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #20

Easy Apple Pie Bites Only five ingredients, these Easy Apple Pie Bites are ready in under 30 minutes. They taste great any time of year!

[Easy Apple Pie Bites Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #21

Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes Here's another kid-friendly recipe. These Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes are easy to decorate with pretzel twists, Wilton Eyes, Mini Nilla Wafers and M&Ms. Kids will love helping!

[Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #22

Hot crab Dip Recipe This is one of my favorite dip recipes. I've been making it for years, and have so many requests to share it. Here you go! It's particularly festive around the holidays with a sprinkle of red and green (paprika and dill).

[Hot Crab Dip Recipe]

Christmas Recipes: Holiday TreatIdea #23

Southwest Egg Bake Here's a great make-ahead breakfast recipe for Christmas morning. It's easy to put together on Christmas eve, and pop in the oven Christmas morning. Plus, everyone will love it!

[Southwest Egg Bake]

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Holiday Recipes:  25 Days of Christmas Treats (2024)

FAQs

What is the 12 thing in the 12 days of Christmas? ›

Each day represents a new gift, starting with 'a partridge in a pear tree' and ending with 'twelve drummers drumming'.

What are you supposed to do on the 12 days of Christmas? ›

The actual 12 days of Christmas span between Christmas Day and Epiphany (January 6), which historically were often a period of rest, feasting, gathering with loved ones, and general merrymaking.

What do most Americans eat on Christmas Eve? ›

Christmas dinner: Many families celebrate Christmas with a large dinner on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Traditional dishes often include roast turkey or ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and various vegetables like green beans or Brussels sprouts.

What to cook for Christmas dinner instead of turkey? ›

Unique holiday dinner ideas
  • Beef Wellington: The Showstopper.
  • Christmas Roast Duck: The Twist on a Classic.
  • Vegetarian Enchiladas: The Surprise Favorite.
  • Roast Lamb: The Savory Star.
  • Stuffed Acorn Squash: The Festive & Flavorful.
  • Prime Rib Roast: The Hearty Hero.
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How do you do the 12 days of Christmas with the family? ›

The 12 Days of Christmas Activities
  1. On the first day of Christmas: Decorate the House. ...
  2. On the second day of Christmas: Have a Movie Marathon. ...
  3. On the third day of Christmas: Have a Gingerbread House Contest. ...
  4. On the fourth day of Christmas: Make Sugar Cookies. ...
  5. On the fifth day of Christmas: Have a Lights Tour.

What does each country eat on Christmas Day? ›

Here are nine traditional Christmas meals to truly whet your appetite.
  • Traditional UK Christmas dinner.
  • Enjoy mezze dishes of lamb in Lebanon.
  • Savour a spicy feast during Christmas in Ethiopia.
  • Celebrate Christmas in Japan with a bucket of KFC.
  • Lychees are a holiday treat in Madagascar.
  • Fill your belly with stollen in Brazil.

Why do we eat 12 on Christmas Eve? ›

A twelve-dish Christmas Eve supper is traditionally prepared to commemorate Jesus' twelve disciples in Central, Northern and Eastern European cultures, especially those that were formerly part of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth and neighbouring countries.

What does each day mean in the 12 days of Christmas? ›

Christians believe that the 12 days of Christmas mark the amount of time it took after the birth of Jesus for the magi, or wise men, to travel to Bethlehem for the Epiphany when they recognized him as the son of God.

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