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These easy no-bake Christmas treats are perfect for getting kids involved in the kitchen.
The holidays are the perfect time to invite kids into the kitchen – especially when there’s no baking required. These no-bake Christmas treats are fun to make, full of festive flair, and easy enough for little hands to help with.
Whether you're filling gift tins or just craving a cozy kitchen activity, these recipes are simple, sweet, and perfect for making holiday memories together.
1. Pretzel Bark
Pretzel Bark is salty, sweet, and made for holiday snacking. It’s quick to make and always a hit with kids.
2. Candied Orange Slices
Candied Orange Slices are simple, festive, and perfect for curious little helpers. They double as beautiful edible gifts. I used Guittard Extra Dark Chocolate for this recipe.
3. Easy Tiramisu
Tiramisu is creamy, no-bake, and the kids love to build the layers. Chill it ahead of time for a fuss-free holiday dessert.
4. Millionaire Pie
Millionaire Pie is fruity, creamy, and easy to stir together – no oven, no stress, just a fun dessert.
5. Graham Cracker Toffee
Graham Cracker Toffee takes just minutes to make and tastes like Christmas magic. Kids will love helping with the layers.
6. Oreo Balls
Oreo Balls are crush, mix, dip, done – and perfect for tiny hands. Roll them in sprinkles for extra fun. Also, try our Cookie Dough Truffles and Brownie Truffles.
7. Banoffee Pie
Banoffee Pie layers dulce de leche, bananas, whipped cream, and toffee bits into a dreamy no-bake dessert. It's a great first pie experience for young kids.
8. No-Bake Cheesecake
No-Bake Cheesecake is smooth, simple, and always a hit. Let the kids help press the crust and mix the filling.
9. Rocky Road
Rocky Road is rich, chocolatey, and full of marshmallows and nuts. It's a great treat to make ahead.
10. Caramel Apple Dip
Caramel Apple Dip is sweet, creamy, and made for dunking. Serve with sliced apples. I love these Montessori kid-safe knives from Tovla.
11. Muddy Buddies
Muddy Buddies are messy, crunchy, and totally kid-approved. Shake up a batch in under 10 minutes.
12. Chocolate Turtles
Chocolate Turtles are chewy, gooey, and surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for gift tins or nibbling.
13. Grasshopper Pie
Grasshopper Pie is cool, minty, and perfect after a big holiday meal. No baking, just blend and chill.
14. Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
Everyone goes crazy for these Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods dipped in melted caramel and chocolate and sprinkled with your favorite toppings.
15. Peanut Brittle
Peanut Brittle is a crunchy, buttery classic that feels like Christmas in every bite. It’s surprisingly simple and perfect for kid helpers.
16. Chocolate Cream Pie
Chocolate Cream Pie is rich, silky, and super simple. We make it almost every holiday.
17. Rice Krispies Treats
Rice Krispie Treats are a nostalgic, hands-on favorite. We like to add holiday sprinkles or shapes for festive flair.
18. Chocolate Covered Marshmallows
Chocolate Covered Marshmallows are fast, fun, and totally customizable. We love to use these lollipop sticks.
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