HOT CHOCOLATE COOKIES– Here’s a holiday classic with a little twist. The ingredients needed are butter, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, all-purpose flour, hot cocoa mix, baking soda, baking powder, chocolate chips, and the special ingredient Mallow Bits. This recipe takes no prior experience at all and is great for any level in the kitchen. And the best part is this recipe only takes about half an hour of your time. This treat will be the star of your holiday basket!
PEPPERMINT BARK BROWNIES– Next up, I have a fun festive patch of brownies that will help you fall into the Christmas spirit. The ingredients required are butter, vegetable oil, corn syrup, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, vanilla, salt, all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, peppermint extract, food coloring, whipping cream, and candy canes. This recipe also does not require a lot of baking experience; however, it does take a little extra time compared to the recipe before. These brownies are so soft and gooey with the perfect refreshing minty finish. Your friends and family will love this peppermint treat.
CHRISTMAS CRACK– Here me out–I know this recipe might not sound promising at first, but it is an amazing, overlooked holiday treat. This recipe only needs a few ingredients: saltine crackers, butter, brown sugar, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and some fun holiday sprinkles. Along with only having a few ingredients, this recipe also only uses a tray and pot. This makes clean-up so easy. This treat adds a more savory factor to your holiday basket. Your recipient will love a small break away from sweet.
GRINCH OREO BALLS– This next recipe will add some fun color to your arrangement. All you will need is a baking sheet, parchment paper, food processor, mixing bowls, hand mixer, piping bags, and a pot, along with 3 hours of your time. Now for the ingredients you will need, Red Velvet Oreos, cream cheese, light green candy melts, and some cute red heart sprinkles. These bright doughy balls will be a perfect addition!
REINDEER FOOD– Lastly, this little-to-no-effort Christmas chow will take your holiday basket to the next level. This recipe features some holiday favorites, such as mini peanut butter cups and red and green M&Ms. Your ingredients are as follows: your choice of chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, Rice Chex Cereal, mini pretzels, powdered sugar, and, of course, some red and green M&Ms and mini peanut butter cups. This yummy peanut butter, chocolatey goodie will pair perfectly with some Christmas crack.
Now all you need is a cute basket followed by some festive ornaments and finish with a colorful bow. I hope this guide brings you and your loved ones some fun holiday cheer. Wishing you a happy holiday!
