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Emily Fabulous » Recipes » Round Up Slide Shows

15 Holiday Treats That Will Make Your Kids Think You’re a Baking Genius

Published: Dec 17, 2025 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Get ready to dazzle your little ones! These 15 holiday treats aren't just delicious, they're fun, festive, and guaranteed to earn you some serious "best parent ever" points. With easy steps and show-stopping results, you'll have your kids wondering if you secretly hired a professional baker.

Reindeer Cake Pops

Reindeer Cake Pops
Image Credit: Emily Fabulous.

These adorable reindeer cake pops are a delightful gingerbread cake mixed all wrapped in a luscious chocolate candy coating. Perfect for little hands (and big ones too!), they're as fun to make as they are to munch.

Get the Recipe: Reindeer Cake Pops.

Christmas Cornflake Brittle

Christmas Cornflake Brittle
Image Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

Crunch into holiday happiness with this quick and easy Christmas Cornflake Brittle! In just 10-15 minutes, crunchy cornflakes meet sweet, buttery caramel for a treat that's impossible to resist. It's perfect for snacking, gifting, or sneaking a bite or two when no one's looking.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Cornflake Brittle.

Candy Cane Cupcakes

candy cane cupcakes on a cake stand.

These festive Candy Cane Cupcakes are a sweet holiday treat. With homemade peppermint buttercream frosting, they capture the classic taste of a candy cane in every bite!

Get the Recipe: Candy Cane Cupcakes

Christmas Muffins Recipe

Christmas Muffins Recipe
Image Credit: Food Plus Words.

Start the morning with festive cheer thanks to these fluffy chocolate-orange Christmas muffins! Topped with silky cream cheese frosting and juicy, ruby-red strawberries, they're a sweet and tangy delight that will have everyone asking for seconds (or thirds!).

Get the Recipe: Christmas Muffins Recipe.

Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats

reindeer rice treats with pretzels and candy.
Image Credit: Emily Fabulous.

Whip up these fun and easy Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats for your next holiday gathering! Christmas-themed and crowd-pleasing, they're sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

Get the Recipe: Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats

Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
Image Credit: The Slow Roasted Italian.

Twirl into holiday cheer with these festive pinwheel cookies! Whether you use homemade dough or store-bought, the sweet, colorful sprinkles on the outside make them look like a little holiday party on a plate.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Pinwheel Cookies.

Oreo Penguin Cookies Recipe

Oreo Penguin Cookies Recipe
Image Credit: Moms Who Save.

Meet the cutest penguins you'll ever eat! These Oreo penguins are dipped in rich melted chocolate and decorated with white chocolate and candy details to give them personality. They're adorable, delicious, and guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone's face at your holiday table.

Get the Recipe: Oreo Penguin Cookies Recipe.

Ice Cream Yule Log Cake

Ice Cream Yule Log Cake with Chocolate Ganache
Image Credit: The Dinner Bell.

This five-ingredient Ice Cream Yule Log Cake is holiday heaven! Fluffy chocolate cake wraps around a creamy ice cream filling, then gets smothered in rich chocolate ganache. Add a few cranberries and sprigs of rosemary, and you've got a festive centerpiece that's as gorgeous as it is delicious.

Get the Recipe: Ice Cream Yule Log Cake.

Santa Hat Rice Krispies

Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats
Image Credit: Emily Fabulous.

Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats are simple to make and full of festive fun! Both kids and adults will enjoy these classic treats with a playful holiday twist, perfect for Christmas parties or holiday gatherings.

Get the Recipe: Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats

Christmas Cookie Cake

Christmas Cookie Cake
Image Credit: Chenee Today.

Take your love for cookies to the next level with this Christmas Cookie Cake! Made from moist chocolate chip cookie dough and topped with fun festive designs, it's big, sweet, and perfect for sharing around the holiday table. One slice, and everyone will be singing your praises.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Cookie Cake.

Meringue Christmas Trees

Meringue Christmas Trees
Image Credit: 365 Days of Baking and More.

Light, airy, and oh-so-pretty, these dairy-free and gluten-free Meringue Christmas Trees are a holiday showstopper! They're delicate swirls of sweetness that look like they came straight from a winter wonderland, perfect for topping your holiday dessert table.

Get the Recipe: Meringue Christmas Trees.

Edible Chocolate Pine Cones

Edible Chocolate Pine Cones
Image Credit: The Cooking Foodie.

Bring a touch of woodland charm to your desserts with these Edible Chocolate Pine Cones! Made from a blend of crushed biscuits, ground almonds, and cocoa powder, they're rich, crunchy, and totally irresistible.

Get the Recipe: Edible Chocolate Pine Cones.

Christmas Tree Brownies

Christmas Tree Brownies
Image Credit: I Heart Eating.

These Christmas Tree Brownies are festive, fudgy, and fun! Shape them into tree forms and decorate with candy or pretzel sticks for trunks, creating a whimsical dessert that's as tasty as it is merry.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Tree Brownies.

Snowman Coconut Balls

Snowman Coconut Balls
Image Credit: Trop Rockin.

No oven? No problem! These Snowman Coconut Balls are made by combining shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and a sprinkle of creativity to form cute, snowy snowmen.

Get the Recipe: Snowman Coconut Balls.

Chocolate Covered Cherry Mice

christmas mice on a platter.
Image Credit: Emily Fabulous

These Chocolate Covered Cherry Mice are adorable, simple to make, and need only a few ingredients. They're a fun character treat for parties, school events, or anytime you want something playful and sweet.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Covered Cherry Mice

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