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HELP! I Can’t Find Green Candy Melts!

If you can’t find the right color or need something quick, use either the Great Value Almond Bark (don’t worry there are no nuts in it!) or the Food Lion Candy Coating and color it with Oil Based Food Coloring for Chocolate.

You can find this on Amazon as well or in stores like Walmart, Hobby Lobby and Michaels.

Make sure that you’re using OIL BASED food coloring with working with chocolate or candy melts. You can not use regular food coloring to color them because those are water based. If you mix water based food coloring with chocolate or candy melts, the chocolate/candy will seize up and turn into a gloopy, crusty mess.

I Can’t Find Royal Icing Christmas Trees!

I found these at Target but you might also find Royal Icing Christmas Trees on Amazon or at places like Walmart and Hobby Lobby!

You could also try your hand at making homemade royal icing faces. I need to make a tutorial for that, but until then, you can google “How to Make Royal Icing Transfers” and you’ll find lots of helpful options!

Can I Make These In Advance?

Yes! You can make these up to a week in advance and keep them at room temperature in an airtight container.

More Easy Holiday Rice Krispie Treats Recipes:

• White Chocolate Dipped Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
• Christmas Tree SHAPED Rice Krispie Treats
• Santa Rice Krispie Treats

More Christmas Dessert Recipes:

• Hot Chocolate Dip
• The Best Peppermint Bark
• Easy Santa Oreo Cookies

Easy Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats

Easy Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats

Yield: 16

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 13 minutes

You'll love how festive these Easy Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats look on the dessert table this holiday! No cooking or baking needed! Just dip and decorate!

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Ingredients

• 12 ounces Green Melting Candy Coating
• 16 Rice Krispie Treats (homemade or store bought)
• 16 Christmas Tree Royal Icing Decorations
• Christmas Sprinkles

Instructions

Melt green candy melts according to package directions. I melt it in a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals until melted.

Dip Rice Krispie Treat half way at an angle into melted green candy melts and then lay on a piece of parchment paper.

While still wet, add royal icing Christmas tree to middle of Rice Krispie Treat and then add sprinkles.

Let treats sit 15 minutes to harden.

Repeat steps with all Rice Krispie Treats.

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Now that we have a little boy, I love making the salt dough ornaments to paint with him for the holidays! They can be made using any shape cookie cutter and painted to match any theme!

I also love making these as homemade gift tags for gifts throughout the year!

Ingredient amounts and entire recipe directions in recipe card below with print option!

All-purpose flour – I used the Food Lion brand

Salt – Morton salt

Warm water – tap or bottled is fine

For Decorating:

Straw to poke hole or chopsticks!

Pipe cleaners, ribbon, and or twine for hanging on the tree – I picked some up from Hobby Lobby

Acrylic paint – Americana Acrylic Paint is pretty cheap… like 99 Cents

Not Sure On What Design To Make?

The internet as a powerful tool for inspiration. Websites like Pinterest and Instagram are overflowing with DIY projects, including salt dough ornament ideas. Explore hashtags, follow boards, and save your favorite designs for reference.

Alternative Uses for Salt Dough Ornaments:

Incorporate them into a festive centerpiece. Arrange a collection of ornaments on a decorative tray or platter, and pair them with candles, greenery, or other seasonal elements to create a stunning display for your dining table or mantel.

Use them as place cards for holiday meals, and they can double as take home gifts.

Another idea is to turn your salt dough ornaments into personalized gift tags. Simply attach a small piece of twine or ribbon to the ornament, and write the recipient’s name or a special message on the back. These handmade gift tags will add a thoughtful and unique touch to any present, and can also be kept as keepsakes long after the gift has been opened.

If you’re feeling adventurous, consider using salt dough ornaments as embellishments for other craft projects. Glue them onto wooden frames, decorative boxes, or even jewelry pieces to add a touch of handmade charm. The possibilities are truly endless, so let your imagination run wild and experiment with different ways to incorporate your salt dough creations into your artistic endeavors.

Do I Need to Seal Salt Dough Ornaments?

Preserving and displaying your salt dough ornaments is essential to keep them looking their best for years to come. While you don’t HAVE to, as I have a few that are years old and in prefect condition, you may find that you want to protect your creations from humidity and moisture.

Apply a coat of clear sealant or varnish on both sides of the ornaments. This will help prevent any potential damage caused by changes in weather or environmental conditions.

More Homemade Christmas Ornaments:

• Mod Podge Tissue Paper Ornaments

More Fun Holiday Crafts:

• Dollar Tree Plastic Clothes Hanger Snowflake
• Candy Cane Christmas Deco Mesh Wreath Tutorial

Homemade Salt Dough Ornaments

Homemade Salt Dough Ornaments

Yield: 25 Ornaments

Get inspired to create homemade salt dough ornaments for more than just Christmas. This article will guide you through innovative ideas and designs that can be adapted for various holidays, celebrations, and special occasions. From personalized gifts to unique decorations, let your imagination run wild with salt dough.

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Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1 cup salt
• ½ cup warm water

For Decorating:

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• Straw to poke hole
• Pipe cleaners, ribbon, and or twine for hanging on the tree
• Acrylic paint

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 250 degrees.
In a mixing bowl, add the salt and 1 cup of the flour to combine.
Add the water and begin to mix with your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead with your hands until it becomes smooth. Gradually add extra flour to help smooth the dough consistency.
Use a rolling pin and roll it out flat to 1/4’’ thickness.
Grab cookie cutters and cut out the ornaments.

Re-knead the unused cut away bits and roll it out again. Repeat until all the dough is used.
Use a straw to punch a hole in the top of the ornament.
Bake in the oven for 2 hours.

Let them cool.
Once cooled, paint the ornaments as desired. Use the pipe cleaner, ribbon and or twine through the hole and hang on the tree.

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As the winter chill settles in, what better way to warm up than with a steaming cup of hot chocolate?

But not just any hot chocolate – we’re talking about hot chocolate made with the perfect peppermint hot chocolate bombs.

Imagine cozying up by the crackling fireplace, the aroma of rich cocoa and refreshing peppermint filling the air. It’s the ultimate winter treat that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. And guess what? These delectable Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs are not only a treat for yourself but also make for the perfect holiday gift.

Get ready to warm up your winter days with this irresistible recipe that is sure to bring you joy!

Ingredients For Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs:

• milk chocolate melting wafers
• hot cocoa mix
• mini marshmallows
• white almond bark
• peppermint candy

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Milk chocolate melting wafers – Ghirardelli but the ones from Hobby Lobby and Michaels will work too.

Hot cocoa mix– Swiss Miss is my favorite!

Mini marshmallows– I used Jet Puff

White almond bark– Walmart Brand or Food Lion brands are great but you can also use white candy melts

Peppermint candy– any brand you like. We love the soft Bobs Candy Canes but you can use regular peppermints too.

What Kind Of Chocolate Is Best For Hot Chocolate Bombs?

I like to use chocolate candy melts for these. That way you don’t have to worry about tempering chocolate.

These Hot Chocolate Bombs Are Perfect Homemade Gifts!

Whether you’re planning to gift these hot chocolate bombs or simply want to store them for yourself, a well-designed package can make all the difference. Consider using decorative jars, clear cellophane bags tied with a festive ribbon, or even personalized labels to add that extra special touch.

More Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipes:

• Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs
• Christmas Tree Hot Cocoa Bombs
• Hot Chocolate Bombs

More Peppermint Dessert Recipes:

• The Best Peppermint Bark
• No Churn Peppermint Ice Cream
• Chocolate Peppermint Poke Cake

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs

Yield: 8 Hot Chocolate Bombs

Cozy up by the fireplace and indulge in the ultimate winter treat with this mouthwatering peppermint hot chocolate bomb recipe. These Peppermint Hot Chocolate Bombs are also perfect for holiday gift-giving!

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Ingredients

• 10 oz milk chocolate melting wafers
• 6 tablespoons hot cocoa mix
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 1 cube white almond bark
• 10-15 pieces of peppermint candy

For serving:

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• 1 cup hot milk per hot cocoa bomb

Instructions

In a microwave-safe container, warm the milk chocolate as instructed on the package until it melts. Stir until smooth.
Place the silicone mold on a baking sheet or cutting board.
Spoon 1 tablespoon of melted milk chocolate into each well of the mold. Using the back of a spoon, spread the chocolate up the sides of each well, creating a complete layer that covers the entire mold.

As the edge starts to harden, spread some more chocolate to thicken the edge. Pour out any excess chocolate that pools on the bottom of the mold.
Move the mold to the fridge and let it sit for approximately 10 minutes.
Crack the peppermint candies into small pieces using a kitchen mallet or hammer. Set aside.
Remove the mold from the fridge and carefully flip it over so that the rounded side is facing up.
Gently press the center of each well and peel the silicone mold away from the hardened chocolate shell. Be cautious not to apply too much pressure to avoid cracking the shell.
Warm a plate (in the microwave) then place one half of the chocolate shell, rounded side up, on the heated surface. Allow the edge of the shell to melt slightly until it creates a smooth and even edge that can be used to seal the bomb.
Take one half of the chocolate bomb and position it on a flat surface.

Fill this half with 1 tablespoon of hot chocolate mix and 6-8 mini marshmallows. Then add a few pieces of the cracked peppermint pieces.
Place the other half of the chocolate bomb on the heated plate. Carefully position it on top of the filled shell. The melted edges of the chocolate will meet and serve as a "glue" to secure the two halves together.
For decoration, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top of the bomb and sprinkle with cracked peppermint candy.
For serving, place the bomb at the bottom of a mug, pour hot milk over the bomb and slowly stir until hot cocoa mix is dissolved.

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cream cheese, softened – Philadelphia

powdered sugar – Dixie Crystals

hot cocoa powder – Swiss Miss

heavy whipping cream – any brand

mini-chocolate chips – toll house

mini marshmallows for topping – jet puff

Serve topped with marshmallows.

Suggested treats to dip with are:

• graham crackers
• vanilla wafers
• pretzels
• apple slices

More Dip Recipes:

• Pizza Dip
• Ranch Cheese Dip
• Easy Pumpkin Pie Dip
• Nutella Marshmallow Dip

More Hot Chocolate Recipes:

• Hot Chocolate Cookies
• Banana Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
• Hot Chocolate Bombs

Hot Chocolate Dip

Hot Chocolate Dip

Yield: serves 8-12

Take your love for hot chocolate to new heights with this fun hot chocolate dip recipe. Perfect for dipping cookies, fruits, or even marshmallows, this sweet and creamy treat will be the star of your next winter gathering.

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Ingredients

• 4 oz package cream cheese, softened
• 4 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 3 pouches (25g) hot cocoa powder
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup mini-chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup mini marshmallows for topping

Instructions

Add the cream cheese and powdered sugar to a mixing bowl. Whisk until creamy and thick.
In another mixing bowl, whisk the cream until soft peaks form.
Fold in the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Add the cocoa powder and mix until incorporated.
Add the chocolate chips and mix.
Serve topped with marshmallows.
Suggested treats to dip with are graham crackers, vanilla wafers, pretzels. You can dip any sweet or salty treat desired.

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These Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies are perfect for Christmas parties and cookie exchange parties! These Christmas cookies are also great to give as a gift from the kitchen for the holidays.

Ingredients For Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies:

• yellow cake mix
• eggs
• vegetable oil
• Christmas M&M chocolate candies

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Which Brands Did I Use For This Dessert?

Sometimes when it comes to Semihomemade recipe that use packaged foods to create meals, the brands of items can make or break a dish. I don’t think this ALWAYS happens but I do know that not all packaged items are created equally.

Yellow Cake Mix – When I make cake mix cookies, I prefer to use either Pillsbury Cake Mix OR Duncan Hines Classic Cake Mix. Of course you can use any cake mix that you love but I’ve tried cake mix cookie recipes with different brands of cake mix and the cheaper the cake mix, the cheaper the taste when it comes to cake mix cookies.

Eggs – Just regular ol’ large eggs.

Vegetable Oil – I just whatever it on sale haha. I think for this particular recipe, I used the Food Lion Brand.

Christmas M&M chocolate candies – I use the brand name Christmas M&M chocolate candies – not the knock-off off brand chocolate candies.

Does The Cake Mix Brand Matter When Making Cake Mix Cookies?

I think it does. I’ve made cake mix cookies with all types of cake mixes and I think that the better the cake mix the better the cookie. I would say any of the name brand cake mixes would be great. I’ve tried the Aldi off brand cake mix and it works but it does taste “cheap”.

Can I Use Mini M&Ms For These Cake Mix Christmas Cookies?

You Sure Can! You Might not need as many. Maybe a cup of mini candies? I would add 1 cup of the mini M&MS and stir up the batter and see if that’s enough for your liking for these M&M Cookies.

How To Make Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies:

Can I Make These Cookies With Gluten Free Cake Mix?

I have not tried making cake mix cookies with boxed gluten free cake mix yet so I’m not sure.

What Other Mix-Ins Can I Use In Cake Mix Cookies?

You could also add chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, chopped walnuts or chopped pecans.

More Christmas Cookie Recipes:

• Easy Santa Oreo Cookies
• Hot Chocolate Cookies
• Reindeer Gingerbread Cookies : Upside Down Gingerbread Man Reindeer Cookies
• Gingerbread Cookies with Eggnog Frosting

More Cake Mix Cookie Recipes:

• M&M’s Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
• Blueberry Vanilla Cake Mix Cookies
• Lucky Charms Cake Mix Cookies
• Chocolate Chunk Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies

Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies

Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ready for the perfect Christmas Cookies? These Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies are going to be a new favorite! You'll only need 4 ingredients for these cookies!

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Ingredients

• 1 - 15.25 ounce box yellow cake mix
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups Christmas M&M chocolate candies

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F. 
2. In a bowl, mix together cake mix, eggs and oil. Mix until fully combined. 
3. Stir in 1 & 1.5 cups M&M chocolate candies.
4. Drop 2 tablespoon sized cookie dough balls onto a prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart. 
5. Press the rest of the Christmas M&M chocolate candies into the tops of the cookie dough. 
6. Bake in a preheated oven for 10 minutes.
7. Remove cookies from the oven and let cool on a wire cooling rack. 

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This peppermint bark is a super easy recipe that we love to make around the Holidays and Christmas time. I really love to package it up to give away as a homemade gift.

Ingredients For The Best Peppermint Bark:

• chocolate almond bark
• white almond bark
• soft peppermint candies

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Which Brands Did I Use?

Sometimes when it comes to Semihomemade recipe that use packaged foods to create meals, the brands of items can make or break a dish. I don’t think this ALWAYS happens but I do know that not all packaged items are created equally.

Chocolate Almond Bark – I used the Walmart brand for this particular post but I know the Food Lion brand works great too.

White Almond Bark – for the white almond bark, I also used the Walmart brand for this particular post but just like the chocolate, I know the Food Lion brand works great too.

Soft Peppermint Candies – We used the Red Bird Soft Peppermint Puffs but the Bob’s Soft Peppermints will work too (the Bob’s candy cane soft peppermints are my husband’s favorite.)

Does Almond Bark Have Almonds In It?

Nope! Don’t worry, if you have an almond allergy because almond bark DOES NOT contain almonds.

Should Peppermint Bark Be Stored In The Refrigerator?

Peppermint Bark does not need to be kept cold but it should be kept in an airtight container.

How To Make The Best Peppermint Bark:

Can I Use Candy Canes Instead Of Soft Peppermints?

You can use crushed candy canes but I like the texture of the soft ones for this bark.

More Peppermint Recipes:

• No Churn Peppermint Ice Cream
• Chocolate Peppermint Poke Cake
• Peppermint Fudge Topped Brownies
• Peppermint Crockpot Hot Chocolate

More Christmas Recipes:

• White Chocolate Dipped Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
• Christmas Haystacks Candy
• Easy Santa Oreo Cookies
• Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles

The Best Peppermint Bark

The Best Peppermint Bark

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

This recipe makes the easiest Peppermint Bark that's perfect for Christmas Parties, Candy/Cookie Parties and wonderful to wrap up as a homemade gift from the kitchen.

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Ingredients

• 16 ounces chocolate almond bark
• 16 ounces white almond bark
• 20 soft peppermint candies

Instructions

1. Crush soft peppermint candies.*
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Melt the chocolate almond bark according to package directions.
4. Using a spoon or offset spatula, spread chocolate onto parchment paper into a large rectangle shape.
5. Let chocolate sit for 10 minutes or until hardened.
6. Melt white almond bark according to package directions.
7. Pour white almond bark over chocolate and spread out into a rectangle.
8. While white almond bark is still wet, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies over white almond bark.
9. Let peppermint bark sit for 10 minutes or until bark is hard.
10. Break or cut into pieces.

Notes

*Place the soft peppermint candies in a ziplock bag and smash into pieces with a rolling pin

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These White Chocolate Dipped Christmas Rice Krispie Treats are just too cute and I love how easy they are to make.

I love making my own rice krispie treats from scratch but for these treats, I used store bought rice krispie treats, almond bark and edible Christmas decorations to make some super simple holiday treats.

Why You Should Make these Christmas Rice Krispie Treats…

• super easy Christmas treats
• can be made in advance
• fun for kids to help with

QUICK GLANCE AT INGREDIENTS for Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

• White Chocolate Almond Bark
• Rice Krispie Treats (homemade or store bought)
• Royal Icing Decorations
• Christmas Sprinkles

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Royal Icing Decorations

While you can make your own Royal Icing decorations for treats like this, I like to keep it simple sometimes and opt for the premade ones. I really love the royal icing decorations like the ones below for treats like this.

I think they’re super adorable and you can find them in all different kinds of shapes and themes in shops and online.

How to make White Chocolate Christmas Rice Krispie Treats:

Frequently Asked Questions

More fun Christmas recipes:

• Christmas Haystacks Candy
• Easy Santa Oreo Cookies
• Christmas Tree Hot Cocoa Bombs
• Broken Glass Cake Dessert

White Chocolate Dipped Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

White Chocolate Dipped Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

Yield: 15 Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

These easy White Chocolate Dipped Christmas Rice Krispie Treats are a simple semi homemade Christmas treat that everyone will love! They're easy to make and super cute! Perfect for a Christmas party or a dessert tray!

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Ingredients

• 12 ounces White Chocolate Almond Bark
• 15 Rice Krispie Treats (homemade or store bought)
• 15 Royal Icing Decorations
• Christmas Sprinkles

Instructions

Melt white almond bark according to package directions. I melt it in a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals until melted.

Dip Rice Krispie Treat half way into melted white almond bark and then lay on a piece of parchment paper.

While still wet, add royal icing gingerbread house to middle of Rice Krispie Treat and then add sprinkles.

Let treats sit 15 minutes to harden.

Repeat steps with all Rice Krispie Treats.

Notes

You can use White Almond Bark or white candy melts.

Almond bark does NOT contain almonds

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 15 Serving Size: 1 Rice Krispie Treats
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 309Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 117mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 3gSugar: 17gProtein: 5g

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I remember ladies at our church and my aunt making haystacks years ago around the holidays but I don’t think they ever made them green with sprinkles!

Haystack Candy isn’t a new new dessert but it is one that always seems to have new flavors and versions of the classic treating popping up around the holidays and I’m excited to share this one with y’all!

I love adding these candies to cookie trays around the holidays and making them with my son. They’re super easy to make and he loves adding the sprinkles to them.

Why You Should Make these Christmas candies…

• quick and easy Christmas treat
• great for Christmas parties
• perfect for cookie gift trays
• great for kids to help make

QUICK GLANCE AT INGREDIENTS for Christmas Haystacks:

• white chocolate bark
• dry chow mein noodles
• green oil based food coloring
• sprinkles

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How to make Christmas Haystacks:

Frequently Asked Questions

More fun Christmas recipes:

• Reindeer Gingerbread Cookies : Upside Down Gingerbread Man Reindeer Cookies
• Chocolate Chip Rudolph Cheese Ball
• Easy Santa Oreo Cookies

Christmas Haystacks Candy

Christmas Haystacks Candy

Yield: 15

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Dry Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Christmas Haystacks Candy is an old fashioned vintage candy that people around here have been making for decades. This festive and easy Christmas dessert combines chow mein noodles, white chocolate and green coloring together with holiday sprinkles for a super cute treat.

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Ingredients

• 16 ounces white chocolate bark
• 16 ounces white chocolate bark
• 3 cups chow mein noodles
• 3 cups chow mein noodles
• green oil based food coloring
• green oil based food coloring
• sprinkles
• sprinkles

Instructions

Melt white chocolate bark in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until melted.
When bark is melted, add food coloring until desired color is reached.
Stir in chow mein noodles.
Place spoonfuls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Add sprinkles.
Chill and serve

Notes

Make sure to use oil based food coloring. Regular food coloring will make chocolate seize.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 15 Serving Size: 1 haystack
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 226Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 159mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 0gSugar: 19gProtein: 3g

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I’ve been making Snowman Oreos for a few years around the holidays but last year I decided to change it up a bit and make some Easy Santa Oreo Cookies! I love how they came out!

I used the original chocolate Oreos for some of the Santa faces and Golden Oreos for some of them. I think the chocolate ones are the best haha. The golden ones all came out grumpy looking haha.

What you’ll need for Easy Santa Oreo Cookies:

• Regular Oreos and Golden Oreo Cookies
• Red candy melts
• White candy melts or white almond bark
• Small round red sprinkles
• Small candy eyes
• Sanding sugars

How to make Easy Santa Oreo Cookies:

More easy Christmas recipes that you’ll love:

• Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles
• Christmas Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs
• Strawberry Christmas Trees

Easy Santa Oreo Cookies

Easy Santa Oreo Cookies

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Take your favorite chocolate sandwich cookie and turn it into a sweet old Santa Clause with these directions for Easy Santa Oreo Cookies!

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Ingredients

• Regular Oreos and Golden Oreo Cookies
• Red candy melts
• White candy melts or white almond bark
• Small round red sprinkles
• Small candy eyes
• Sanding sugars

Instructions

In a microwave-safe bowl melt white candy melts according to package directions.

Add some of the melted white chocolate to a piping bag or sandwich bag. On a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper, pipe small white round drops, smaller than an American dime.

Sprinkle each one with sanding sugars while white chocolate is wet. Let dry and harden.

In a microwave-safe bowl melt more white candy melts according to package directions.

Dip each Oreo cookie 1/2 way into the melted white chocolate and lay on a piece of parchment paper or wax paper.

Use some of the white chocolate to glue candy eyes and nose into cookies for Santa's face.

Use a toothpick to swirl the white for the beard as well.

Let white chocolate harden.

In a microwave-safe bowl melt red candy melts according to package.

Dip the tops of the Oreo cookies to the eyes in the red to make a hat. Let red candy melts harden.

Add a white hat brim with some of the white chocolate and sanding sugars. Use white melting chocolate to glue a sanding sugar dot to the side of the hat for a Santa hat ball.

Let Oreos sit for about 30 minutes to harden and dry.

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I absolutely love homemade gifts. Homemade DIY crafts, homemade treats and baked goods; no mater what it is, if it’s homemade, I’ll love it. I just think it means so much when someone takes the times to actually make something special for someone they love. These Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles are great to make for parties but I also love making them for homemade gifts! 

What you’ll need for Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles:

• 3 cups heavy cream
• 36 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
• Mini Chocolate Chips and Sprinkles for Rolling

How to make Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles:

More easy recipes that you’ll love:

• Chocolate Chip Rudolph Cheese Ball
• M&M’s Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies
• Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake

Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles

Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles

These Super Easy Chocolate Christmas Truffles are perfect for Christmas parties, Christmas eve and homemade gifts!

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Ingredients

• 3 cups heavy cream
• 36 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
• Mini Chocolate Chips and Sprinkles for Rolling

Instructions

In a saucepan, heat heavy cream on medium heat until very hot

Pour chocolate chips into a medium bowl. 

Pour hot cream over chocolate chips. Let stand 2 minutes. Whisk until smooth.

Place into fridge for 6 hours or until firm.

Once chocolate is firm, remove from fridge.

Work quickly, scoop out a spoonful of chocolate and roll into a ball. Work fast because the heat from your hand will start to melt the chocolate.

 Roll truffle ball into mini chocolate chips or sprinkles.

Repeat until all are complete.

Store at room temperature for up to a week.

Store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

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