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5 Easy Holiday Treats to Make With Kids

Baking together is one Pinterest-inspired holiday fantasy that’s actually doable, thanks to our completely kid-friendly cookies from the author of the children’s cookbook Baking Class.
By Deanna F. Cook from Parents Magazine

Cozy Cookies

Use our sugar cookie recipe or bake up a mix. Either way, the fun is in the decorating.
What You'll Need: Butter, granulated sugar, an egg, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, milk, food coloring, sweetened coconut, assorted sprinkles and sugars for decorating.
Active Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs (includes chilling time)
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Sugar Cone Trees

'Tis the season to try a no-bake treat! Set out frosting, ice cream cokes, and sprinkles and let your little elves work their magic.
What You'll Need: Vanilla frosting or recipe for Cozy Cookie Glaze, sugar ice cream cones, sprinkles, sugars, and/or sweetened flaked coconut for decorating.
Active Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
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Marshmallow Mugs

Cheers! Everyone knows that the marshmallows are the best part of the cocoa.
What You'll Need: Mini candy canes, marshmallows, semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Active Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
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Cookie Sticks

Even the youngest kids will love dipping and decorating these easy cookies.
What You'll Need: Recipe for Cozy Cookie Dough, recipe Cozy Cookie Glaze and/or semisweet-chocolate chips, sweetened coconut Nuts, sprinkles, and/or sugars for decorating.
Active Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 2 hrs (includes chilling)
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Peppermint Hearts

These no-fuss candies make charming gifts for grandparents, neighbors, or teachers.
What You'll Need: Mini candy canes, semi-sweet chocolate chips, colored sugars, sprinkles, or nonpareils.
Active Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
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~Miss Elena

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