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Christmas is the time to indulge in the magic of slowing down in life and get involved in various things together. Food somehow has always been the centre of these moments. Kids have their vacations from school, they are excited, full of energy and also sometimes bored daily, always coming up to you with "what should I do?" question. So why not turn the kitchen into their little holiday workshop? Dessert-making and the time of Christmas go hand in hand. It is not just about the sweets, but it is about letting the children spread, scatter, shape, stir, mix and proudly say, “I made this!”
When the little hands help in the kitchen, a bond is naturally created through those tiny spills, flour storms on the countertop, and sugar crystals scattered all over. It gets messy, yes, but you will agree it is also fun. The most important thing to note is that they learn tolerance, teamwork and a kind of joyous freedom. Christmas desserts become sweeter when kids become a part of making them.
Marshmallow Snowmen Hot Chocolate Cups
This recipe is less about cooking and more about creating cute characters. Melt some chocolate in a mug and let the kids dip the rim, stick mini marshmallows as the snowmen's heads, draw the faces using the melted chocolate, and add tiny arms. Warm some milk and pour it gently so the snowmen can float and slowly melt as you enjoy the dessert. Kids will love watching the snowy creation go away sip by sip. The taste is pure vacation comfort, which is creamy, rich with cocoa and a bit toasty from the marshmallows. These hot chocolate cups are for cosy evenings and to indulge in some fun activities with your younger ones.
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No-Bake Candy Cane Chocolate Bark
This feels like breaking an edible stained glass. Melt some chocolate, spread it on a tray, and let kids smash candy canes inside a zip-lock bag before sprinkling it over. The red-white chips make the bark look joyful without much effort. Once it cools, the cracking sound while breaking the pieces is nothing less than a fun activity for children. The taste is a bit minty, sweet and chocolatey- all the classic Christmas flavours that kids as well as adults love. To make it more Christmasy, pack in holiday cans to gift toys to your loved ones, and children will feel proud that they made the presents by themselves.
Reindeer Banana Pops
If you are sceptical about giving too much sugar to your kid, you can make a fusion of dessert-meets-fruit. Simply insert the popsicle sticks into the bananas, dip them in some melted chocolate, and press the candy eyes and tiny antlers. Kids will definitely love decorating it, as each reindeer will end up with its own amusing personality. Once it is frozen, they will taste like chocolate ice cream but with a twist of fruity freshness inside. It is an easy way to creep in some fruit to the holiday dining while still keeping the things festive and photogenic enough for the gram.
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Gingerbread Mug Cake
Instead of rolling and cutting the dough for hours, this simple mug cake can change gingerbread into a mere 90-second activity. Let kids measure ingredients, stir everything, and watch the cake rise and bake in the microwave. Add some whipped cream, colourful sprinkles, or crushed cookies on top. The warm spices, such as ginger, cinnamon and clove, fill the whole house with the fragrance of Christmas dessert. It is soft, fluffy, and tastes exactly like the traditional gingerbread, but minus the lengthy preparation method. Gingerbread mug cake is also a great option for spontaneous holiday cravings.
Christmas Tree Fruit Cones
Bring a little twist by turning the waffle cones into edible Christmas trees. Coat the outside of the waffle with green-tinted white chocolate and let kids decorate it using the tiny sprinkles as embellishments. Fill the inside with some fruit, whipped cream, or the mini marshmallows, and whatever the kids will most like. The outcome looks like a tiny Christmas tree that you can hold in your hand and take a bite. The taste is delightful with a crunchy cone, creamy filling, and juicy fruit, altogether making a lighter dessert but still giving all the festive vibes. Christmas tree fruit cones are a brilliant, palatable craft that becomes the centre of attraction.
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