25 Holiday Snacks You Can Whip Up for Your Family in a Jiffy

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 This Post: 25 Holiday Snacks You Can Whip Up for Your Family in a Jiffy

Co-written By: Morgan Hill & Nancy Reynolds

With your kids (and, of course, all their friends) hanging around the homestead this holiday season, you might be stumped on what to feed them that’s festive, fun, AND won’t cost a fortune to make. 

I mean, sure… it’s totally fine to break out the chips and Cheetos but it’s also really fun to get creative, too!  These low-ingredient recipes (that aren’t too expensive to make) require minimal prep time, and can wow your teen AND all their friends!

From savory to sweet, we’ve got your holiday snack menu covered. (Pro Tip: These recipes are so easy, your kids can make them themselves! Now THAT is a gift!)

This Christmas tree pull-apart bread can be formed into any shape, but we love this festive look. No need to make your own dough or marinara sauce; just pick them up from the grocery store, and you can have a creative appetizer in no time!

Check out the recipe at Southern Living HERE

Your family is going to love this festive snack! Cheerios, rice cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and M&Ms are covered in melted white chocolate then let set to cool. That’s it! 

Check out the recipe at Stuck on Sweet HERE

Just three ingredients for the sauce and add meatballs… that how easy it is to make these delish crockpot meatballs! This is hands-off holiday cooking at its best!

Check out the recipe at Natasha’s Kitchen HERE

4. Puff Pastry Christmas Trees (4 Ingredients!)

You fed them breakfast but they’re already hungry again before noon! These not-too-sweet treats will hold them over until…the next snack! Plus, they’re festive and fun!

Check out the recipe at Little Blog of Vegan HERE

5. Christmas Pinwheels

These Christmas Pinwheels are an easy appetizer made in about 15 minutes! Holiday tortilla roll-ups filled with cream cheese, ranch, and crunchy veggies.

Check out the recipe at Dinner and Dessert HERE

6. 5-Ingredient Christmas Tree Cake Dip

Encourage nice, not naughty, behavior with this sweet and easy treat reminiscent of cake pops. Serve with your favorite cookies for a dip they’ll want to double back on!

Find the recipe at Together as a Family HERE

7. Pepperoni Pinwheels

Imagine pizza dough rolled into delightful pinwheels, packed with zesty pepperoni, melty mozzarella, and a touch of spinach for that extra nutritional kick. The perfect easy snack the whole family will love!

Check out the recipe at Dizzy, Busy, and Hungry HERE

8. Holiday Popcorn Balls

A little nostalgia is always fun at this time of year. Different color candies and sprinkles make this easy treat easily adaptable to all the winter holidays. 

Check out the recipe at Crayons and Cravings HERE

9. Taco Wonton Cups

Crispy Baked, Wonton Taco Bowls are a delicious and easy way to enjoy tacos without all the mess. Made with wonton wrappers, they are baked until crisp and then filled with your favorite taco toppings. (The recipe calls for homemade taco seasoning, but you can skip that and use store-bought taco seasoning to save time!)

Check out the recipe at Wellness Leuth HERE

10. Holiday Veggie “Santa” Snack Board

This adorable Santa veggie tray is not only easy, but it looks cute and bonus… it’s healthy! Choose your favorite hummus or dip and recreate this presentation with veggies, mozzarella balls, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, and other veggies. It’s easy and the presentation will have your teen hanging out with the fam!

Check out the recipe at The Baker Mama HERE

11. Christmas Cheese Trees

Just a few simple ingredients and you can whip up these festive cheese trees in no time! The recipe calls for Italian Seasoning, but you can add any seasonings you like!

Check out the recipe at Low Carb Spark HERE

Looking for MORE festive snack board ideas? Check out THIS POST!

12. 5-Ingredient Saltine Cracker Toffee

These are truly addictive and make for a lovely gift when presented on a cute holiday tray or in a festive little box. You can use saltine crackers for your base like this recipe suggests or use graham crackers as well. Both are delicious.

Check out the recipe at On My Kid’s Plate HERE

13. Christmas Pretzel Rods

Pretzel rods, melted chocolate, and the sprinkles of your choosing… that’s all you need to make these adorable holiday treats your kids will flip over!

Check out the recipe at Premiditaed Leverovers HERE

14. No-Bake Holiday Oreo Truffles (Only 4 Ingredients!)

These Oreo Truffles are an easy, no-bake dessert that’s made with as little as 3 ingredients. (Cream Cheese, Oreos, and Chocolate!) They can be made ahead of time, too! These won’t stick around long with teens in the house!

Check out the easy recipe at The Cozy Cook HERE

15. 5-Ingredient White Queso Dip (Add a Sprinkling of Diced Red Pepper to Make it Festive!

Break out the taco chips and dig into this restaurant-style white queso dip! This appetizer won’t stick around long! Make it more festive by adding red to the topping… a few diced tomatoes or red pepper. 

Check out the recipe at Mother Thyme HERE

16.  Caramel Apple Cream Cheese Spread

Cream cheese, caramel sauce, toffee bits, and sliced apples – that’s all you need to make this amazing snack your family will flip over! Great with pretzels too! 

Check out the recipe at She Wears Many Hats HERE

17. Pigs in a Blanket

This classic recipe never goes out of style. Made with just two ingredients (three with cheese), they’re ready in a jiffy!

Check out the recipe at Brown Eyed Baker HERE

18. Apple and White Cheddar Tart

This simple, savory snack will add some class to your holiday spread (and no one will ever guess how easy it was to make!).

Check out the recipe at Tasting with Tina HERE

19. Hardboiled Egg Snowmen

These cute little guys pack enough of a protein punch to get your teens off the couch and out into the world for some holiday activities. 

Check out the recipe at Organic Valley HERE

20. 10 Christmas Cookies with 5 Ingredients or Less

Need to bake up a batch in no time flat? Feed a crowd with one- or a few- of these and a gallon of milk. 

Check out the recipe at Food Prep Guide HERE

21. 3-Ingredient Crockpot Bacon-Wrapped Smokies

Talk about an easy (and delish) snack! Just pop it in the crockpot and you’re ready for a yummy appetizer in no time. 

Check out the recipe at The Frugal Girls HERE

22. 3-Ingredient BBQ Chicken Wings

If you’re looking for something hearty to serve your family, these BBQ chicken wings are easy and they’re fabulous! With over 200K shares on Pinterest, don’t take our word for it! Try them!

Check out the recipe at Intelligent Domestications HERE

23. 3-Ingredient Mini Stuffed Peppers 

This ridiculously easy 3-Ingredient Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe will wow your family and they’re super easy to make in just a few minutes! 

Check out the recipe at A Spicy Perspective HERE

24. Jalapeno Cream Cheese Roll-Ups (More than 100K Pinterest Shares!)

These Jalapeno Cream Cheese Roll-Ups have a little bit of heat with a little bit of saltiness, wrapped up in a buttery, flaky crescent roll. Watch out! These are addicting!

Check out the recipe at High Heels and Grills HERE

25. 5-Ingredient Loaded Tater Tots

You might want to make a big batch of these! They’re always a hit!  

Check out the recipe at Pocket Friendly HERE

About Morgan Hill:

Morgan Hill is an essayist and humorist. She has written for many online and print publications including Insider, Your Teen Magazine, Revel, and MASK Magazine. She is the mother of freshman and senior sons in high school. When not writing, she can be found at flea markets, in her garden, photographing architecture, taking cooking classes, or eating the stinkiest cheese she can find. You can also find her on Twitter @MorganHWrites or Instagram @MorganHillWriter

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