I love giving thoughtful homemade Christmas gifts to friends and neighbors. Every Christmas, I make plates of cookies and chocolates to give out to send some holiday cheer. This year, these two simple treats will make their way onto the trays. Sometimes when you are in a rush and you need something quick, chocolate mint truffles and chocolate covered pretzels are easy to make and delicious treats.

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There is something about Christmas that calls for crafts and food. Why not combine the two and create exciting crafts for kids? Your kids will love spending time in the kitchen with you to create these easy Christmas crafts for kids. I made these stained glass candies with my mom every Christmas, starting when I was 4-years-old. Since then, I've made them a tradition of my own.

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Here's a simple but impressive Christmas craft idea you can use for a holiday tabletop. I know sometimes it is hard to have fresh flowers or arrangements in the house, but using different holiday candies allows for the visual impact without the maintenance. This is a great and festive idea for any table or shelf. All it takes is a trip to the drugstore or dollar store.

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There is something about Christmas that calls for crafts and food, so why not combine the two for yummy edible Christmas crafts for kids. Your kids will love spending time in the kitchen with you to create these easy Christmas crafts for kids. I made these stained glass candies with my mom every Christmas, starting when I was 4-years-old. Since then, I've made them a tradition of my own.

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It can be tricky to find edible Christmas crafts for toddlers that are age appropriate and still fun. Even preschoolers get bored of cutting out cardboard stars and sprinkling them with glitter, after all. That's where these edible Christmas trees have all the makings of a great craft. They're fun, a bit messy, and best of all, you can eat them later.

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This delicious gingerbread hot chocolate makes perfect crafty Christmas presents!

It's a lot of fun to make crafty Christmas presents, and it's even more fun to get them. Unfortunately, the Christmas season takes its toll, and a lot of us don't have time to make all the crafty Christmas presents we'd like to. This gingerbread hot chocolate is a great antidote to that problem! It's fast, easy, and inexpensive. Best of all, you can make a whole bunch of crafty Christmas presents in a single sitting -- and presents everyone's guaranteed to love!

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Looking for easy to make Christmas gifts? Try these yummy chocolate pretzels and make your friends say WOW!

Not only are these easy to make Christmas gifts simple to whip up in an afternoon, they're pretty and have a personal touch. Homemade gifts show you care, and easy to make Christmas gifts like these are just as easy to give as expensive store-bought presents.

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A Gingerbread House Is the Perfect Christmas Craft

I remember when I was little, nothing fascinated me more than seeing a gingerbread house set up as a centerpiece. There was just something so cheerful about them. Cute little houses that didn't just look amazing, but that were edible treats too... What more could you ask for?! If you're anything like me, your love of gingerbread houses hasn't dimmed. Here's how you can make your own.

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Why Pay High Prices For Advent Calendars When You Can Make Your Own?

Advent calendars are a Christmas tradition for many families. Todays Advent calendar prices, however, can make some families wonder just how important the tradition really is. Do yourself a favor and don't pay the high prices charged by department stores and definitely don't give up your Advent calendar tradition. Make your own instead!

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Make Your Own Christmas Candy on Christmas Eve

Edible Christmas crafts are sometimes the best kind, and we’ve shared recipes with you in the past. Today, let me share two “recipes” with you one for Christmas candy and one for Christmas party crackers. One is edible, the other is not. Don’t worry, these recipes are super easy, so you can still fit them into you busy schedule even if Christmas is tomorrow.

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Christmas is Tastier When You Make a Gingerbread House

This Christmas try making the best edible Christmas craft imaginable: a Gingerbread house! Sure, you can buy a kit to make a Gingerbread house, but usually they cost quite a bit. Making a Gingerbread house is easier than it sounds, and you can make this Christmas craft to be used as a very tasty dessert.

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Useful Baking Tips for This Christmas Season

We have some great Christmas recipes on this website because we know that ultimately the most enjoyable Christmas craft is an edible one. Undoubtedly, you have your own Christmas recipes too that you enjoy making. If you’re like me and make several batches of all your favorite Christmas recipes, you might be wondering how to store all those Christmas cookies and how to present them to others either in your home or as gifts. Below you’ll find some great suggestions for how to properly store all those Christmas cookies. I’ll also share with you some helpful baking tips you will find useful this Christmas season.

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This Christmas Use “Christmas Flavorings” to Jazz Up Your Baking

With Christmas approaching, you might need some fresh ideas for baking this December. Below I’ll give you some helpful hints for customizing recipes to fit this Christmas season. I’ll also give you a great dairy-free chocolate pudding recipe. I have a close friend who is lactose intolerant, and I always try to make her something dairy free at Christmas when she comes to visit for a few days each December.

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Baked Goods without Dairy are Easy to Make

This Christmas, if you have anyone visiting your home that is unable to eat dairy, you should consider making an alternative to your baked goods. There are some desserts you can make so that everyone can enjoy the holiday and homemade baked goods. Below you’ll find a dairy-free brownie recipe that individuals who are allergic to dairy can enjoy. It is just one of the many baked goods you can make without dairy this Christmas season.

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Chocolate Dipped Spoons are a Tasty and Fun Christmas Craft

Edible Christmas crafts are a great choice during the holiday season. After all, yummy treats and the winter months go hand in hand. Edible Christmas crafts tend to make great Christmas gifts. One incredibly popular and tasty edible Christmas craft is chocolate dipped spoons.

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Have a Fun-Filled Christmas Season Even When Things Go Wrong

Despite your best intentions, no matter how well you plan in advance, you still might be faced with some unexpected challenges during the Christmas season. The way you handle those challenges can make the difference between an enjoyable holiday and a stress-filled holiday. If you encounter some unexpected difficulties this Christmas season, you should find the following crafty ideas both practical and clever.

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