7 EASY Christmas Treats | Stress-Free Christmas Treats To Make With Kids That Won’t Break The Bank

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7 EASY Christmas Treats To Make With Kids | Stress-Free Christmas Treats That Won’t Break The Bank
Hey Friends, I’m Mel and welcome to my kitchen. Today I’m sharing 7 very easy Christmas treats that you can whip up in no time with just a few very inexpensive ingredients. They’re perfect for a stress-free fun afternoon in the kitchen with your kids or grandkids. I hope you will subscribe and come back every week for more.
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@janiewilliams5803 Жыл бұрын

We enjoy melting the Andes candies in a pyrex pie plate (flat and shallow). Pour in pretzels and stir gently. The stirring will coat the pretzels, no need to dip individually. Spread coated pretzels on waxed paper in a single layer. Allow to dry. Break apart. Enjoy!

@cathyray3861 Жыл бұрын

Great idea...thanks for sharing

@marylandmonroe Жыл бұрын

That sounds good!

@OllyOllyyyy420 Жыл бұрын

This sounds delicious 😋

@izzynbuddy5551 Жыл бұрын

I love any shortcuts!

@jannarodriguez9619 Жыл бұрын

Looks so yummy

@ChaoticCountry Жыл бұрын

I’m so excited! You know I’m here taking notes! 🥰🥰

@ashleyadams6803 Жыл бұрын

Mel, I make the thin mints with ritz crackers but I melt chocolate almond bark, add a few drops of mint extract and dip. They are very good, much less expensive and you don’t have to unwrap all the candy.

@jennykonrath6011 Жыл бұрын

" Things DON'T have to be perfect, to be special and memorable" # Best Qoute EVER! Bless you Ma'am! Merry Christmas!

@meganlongacre1225 Жыл бұрын

Mel- I found you on a simple browse for Christmas treats and I am so glad! I’m from Texas but no longer live there and you sound like all my relatives and it’s extremely soothing to me. We also did a lot of Christmas things back in the 90’s with all my Texas family and something about your channel gives me nostalgia. Thank you for being so lovely!

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for this sweet comment, it has made my night and has me smiling from ear to ear! I am definitely an old soul, always have been and I love the simple, slow family life too! So glad that this little video brought you back home for a bit. And welcome by the way, I'm so happy that you're here!

@annamaria8755 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to try these. They all look so good.

@CookCleanAndRepeat Жыл бұрын

I LOVE this video! And love a good and easy Christmas treat! ❤️❤️

@Sandiastef Жыл бұрын

We always drink friendship tea when we have sore throats. My mother in law adds red hots and they melt down. Thank you for saying to cherish every stage. My 3 year old is testing my patience, but I know it goes so fast.

@ellencarroll2921 Жыл бұрын

I'm just checking about the friendship tea...could it be served either hot or cold?

@OZARKMOON1960 Жыл бұрын

@@ellencarroll2921 It is better hot to dissolve all the spices. After doing that, you could have it cold but that will dull the flavors.

@ellencarroll2921 Жыл бұрын

@@OZARKMOON1960 Ok. Thank you! ☕

@AClark15 9 ай бұрын

We do the same.

@candyrain1971 Жыл бұрын

Mel, thank you so much for sharing with us today. God bless you and merry Christmas!

@jenhellman7301 8 ай бұрын

I made the thin mints but I used Dewey's chocolate brownie wafers....so yummy! I made the caramel crispix too...delicious!! Thank you for sharing!!!

@onlyattherushsjanuaryrush7084 8 ай бұрын

I truly enjoyed your video, the recipes you shared. I love how you involve your family. I to have been with my husband for 30 years, you are right cherish the memories you have and live each day to the fullest. Children grow up so so fast. Thank you for sharing

@VICKIEWRIGHT Жыл бұрын

I love these quick and easy holiday treats Mel. Thanks so much for sharing, my friend 😊

@KetoCookbooksCorner Жыл бұрын

*Everything looks so good. Thanks Mel* 😍

@JuliaDenine Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas Mel!! I know I don't comment much, only watch every video faithfully, but I had to thank you for these easy sweet treats that this old disabled girl will be able to make her family. I haven't been able to do much for 12 years, especially not standing up cooking and my sons have missed it. I can do these!! Tears are in my eyes, I'm so excited! Again I can't thank you enough. We don't have much, but you have given us a cheap sweets and mama can make them!! My boys are going to be so surprised. I just know you are going to realize how important and special this is! Love and Blessings ❤️ 🦋

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

I have tears in my eyes 🥰 Thank you for sharing your heart with me, it means so much to me to know that I'm helping. I can feel your excitement - and I just know that your family is going to feel it too when they see the joy it brings you to be able to make these together ❤️ Thank YOU for sharing with me and keeping me encouraged to keep on making videos. I pray that you have a blessed and Merry Christmas 🎄❤️

@sandybowman7140 Жыл бұрын

Awe @Julia Montgomery I have tears in my eyes too, so I'm gonna pray and ask for a special blessing to come to ur dear family when u surprise them with a joyful project! Bless ur heart dear Julia, I hope u find joy & peace in yr suffering this Christmas!! Much love from chilly Michigan rt near the pinky. ✋ 🎄🎁❤🤗

@christinekoester2050 7 ай бұрын

⁠@@sandybowman7140… I loved reading you live” right near the pinky” in Michigan! Good memories of cold, snowy Christmases past are coming to mind.❄️ I grew up across Lake Michigan from you, in Escanaba (on Little Bay de Noc). Thanks for the fond memories!🌲Merry Christmas!🌲

@sandybowman7140 7 ай бұрын

@@christinekoester2050 A fellow Michigander, a "Yooper" + how wonderful & an "Esky" no less! I wonder how many times u used snowmobiles to go to town after big storms? I think the snow can get deep but not like Copper Harbor area or Hancock in the Keeweenaw Area. It's been years since I went to the UP, & maybe this year I'll have to! It can get bitter cold where ur from but there's always layers upon layers to snuggle up with. My people are Norwegian & German so cold, & fish are kinda our thing. I finally found a supplier of Blue Gill fish since there's so many restrictions on fishing now - they get them & fly them in from Nantucket of all places! Well I hope u have urself a snowy, cozy Christmas Christine & remember happy days of long ago! 🙋‍♀️ ✋️☃️🎄🎁💨❄️🏠☃️💕💕💕

@rethawilson6289 Жыл бұрын

Mel I always try to tell young moms time passes to fast. I'm 66 and my treasures are my children and grandchildren and great grand. I'm one BLESSED mommy

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

So true!

@kittywetzel92 Жыл бұрын

These all look great! I love the frosting tree idea! So cute!

@donnarichey144 Жыл бұрын

I bet using the powder tang and lemon would go good on the marshmallows. Thank you an a Merry Christmas to you.

@stillsinglestephanie Жыл бұрын

Those ritz crackers look so good! Everything looks tasty!

@stefanielynn84 Жыл бұрын

Yep, anything to save from getting an extra dish dirty ☺️. I've become very good about using dishes efficiently to dirty up as little as possible. These treats look great, thank you for sharing.

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

You are a girl after my own heart LOL Merry Christmas

@rhiannonwalker3047 Жыл бұрын

Same! You both sounded exactly like my husband and I! I'm the one who does all the baking and dishes. I am efficient. When he cooks, I turn around and every dish and cup is in the sink.🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️🤣

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

@@rhiannonwalker3047 they can't help theirselves 😂

@rhiannonwalker3047 Жыл бұрын

@@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel 🤣🤣 Isn't that the truth! Haha! Happy Holidays!🎄❤

@christinekoester2050 7 ай бұрын

@@rhiannonwalker3047…😂😂😂

@SimplyBethany Жыл бұрын

Hey hey mel❤ I love your videos! So fun to be a part of this collab❤

@donnapierce4073 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the recipes and for your comments too. I don’t know which I love the most. God Bless You Sweet Lady..!!!

@suedonnell7784 Жыл бұрын

That Christmas tree is adorable great job!

@gailrogers7341 Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas!! Thank you so much for all your wonderful videos and for bringing back so many wonderful memories!! 💖

@MrsAlmaTrumble Жыл бұрын

Glad Christmas calories don't count. Lol. Definitely going have to try these Christmas treats. They all look and sound delicious. Making me hungry. 🤤😋🤤

@sandybowman7140 Жыл бұрын

Mel, I'm SO IMPRESSED! U have the ability to offer ideas that meet the tightest budgets & still offer fun in the making! Thank u sweet friend, can't wait to try them! I sent to my niece in Oregon with 2 precious young boys so she can try a couple with them. U are such a delight every time! 🤗🎄🎁

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU so much friend, your sweet comments are always such an encouragement to me and leave me smiling from ear to ear! I really enjoyed putting this video together from the planning all the way thru to see these sweet responses. It always makes me so happy when I hear that people are enjoying and finding help and value in my channel. I hope you niece enjoys making these with her children and I pray a very blessed and merry Christmas for you and all your family! Thanks for always being here!

@cathyray3861 Жыл бұрын

Easy and great ideas. I could just listen to you all day with your calming sweet voice. Thanks for sharing.

@aprilmariemashburn1 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video! I enjoyed each one of these! I can't wait to try them!

@joannwarren62 7 ай бұрын

Wow y'all are awesome thanks for sharing god bless

@valerieallison8055 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness will sure be trying some of these. Thank you so much

@jeanettecliett7121 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing the treat ideas. Have a wonderful day. 🎄☃️🤗

@paulaluse1684 Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas Mel to you & your family.!!. Great recipes!!!

@lovelife7249 Жыл бұрын

Oh my Mel. Love these ideas for my two little grandchildren to help me make. Thanks so much.

@dianedockery3763 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful ideas to make for the holidays! I've always loved Russian tea!

@treenaakers9429 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your treats and family memories with us. Much love dear friend

@stacystoltz8722 Жыл бұрын

Hello Nice thing for Christmas party cheer you up

@kellyrothweiler341 Жыл бұрын

I'm definitely gonna make the thin mints. Thank you for sharing.

@rachelcastle8369 Жыл бұрын

“No cracker on my watch” 😂🤣 Love this video Mel! Everything looked delicious and awesome!!! Patrick is a hoot! 🤣 Mel, your tree was perfect!!! Have a great weekend!!

@maryables6752 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Everything looks delicious and yummy 😋 😍 😊 😜

@margaretr.4427 Жыл бұрын

All these treats sound so delicious! Looking forward to trying a few!

@sharonlatour6230 Жыл бұрын

YUM!!! Thank you Mel! Merry blessed Christmas to you and Patrick and your family!

@maurinadittenhaffer6140 Жыл бұрын

Mel You look beautiful in your lovely sweater. Love seeing each of these treats. So simple and not expensive. Nice to see Patrick helping in the kitchen. I look forward to seeing your channel because I enjoy your creativity and content. Soon to be Merry Christmas. Sending love from Pa.

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this sweet comment, I love sharing and this is one of my most favorite videos to make every year! Merry Christmas and love

@stacystoltz8722 Жыл бұрын

Sweet for Merry Xmas

@pgreene62 Жыл бұрын

It all looks delicious. Thank you for the yummy video. I love being a mama and spending 21 years day in and day out and when they leave it takes a part of your heart, but I now feel what my parent’s experienced in there life. However, the joy they bring when they return home for a visit is priceless and we continue to make more memories. Hope you and your family have an amazing Christmas 🌲⭐️. Keep your video’s coming.❤️

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

That's exactly right, new seasons in life are precious too! Merry Christmas

@JenAultman 8 ай бұрын

Oh Mel, you said it so well…. Cherish the time with your children because they grow SO fast. I might try the thin mints with Andes chips on top! 🙂

@veevee111 Жыл бұрын

This is a fun video. My favorite is the frosting tree with cookies. Thanks, Mel 😊

@debbielee7117 7 ай бұрын

Those little Ritz Bits are great dipped in chocolate. It’s a lot easier and so, so good.

@KfolksMs Жыл бұрын

So many fun ideas!!!🎄

@beybslifeintheus494 Жыл бұрын

great sharing

@mawmann 7 ай бұрын

YUM! Thanks for the great recipes!!

@brianajones596 Жыл бұрын

Everything looks yummy. Will give the drink a try. God bless Merry Christmas

@paulanelson1884 Жыл бұрын

I am going to make a few of these for our Christmas! I haven’t had this tea in such a long time! Thank you for the recipe!

@user-ds3lk8we7k 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for some quick and easy ideas for a party.😊😊❤❤

@dubyredburndarling6334 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful idea the Marshmello one is 🎀

@glendagentry5959 Жыл бұрын

It's wonderful listening to you talk. God Bless!

@angievance8538 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing that looks so good

@jerrilynernsting903 8 ай бұрын

Love the christmas a let tree big we loved it.

@PumpkinIsLifexo Жыл бұрын

Hello! I just found your youtube channel today, i been watching your videos and love how easy they are to make these! I want to bake more for Christmas but its stressful for someone who is a beginner. But watching your videos, im in the mood to start making these now! I also love that you make Christmas treats with ingredients that we ALL have in our kitchen! I dont even need to run to the store haha. ☺🎄

@mamakathy3702 Жыл бұрын

Awesome job Ms. Mel. I so enjoy your videos! 💕😊 Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄

@jeancurrie1862 Жыл бұрын

Yum! They all look so good! Merry Christmas!

@Sammi_May Жыл бұрын

Hey hey sweet friend ♥️. These are absolutely awesome! I will definitely be trying these!! Thanks for sharing 🎄❤️🎄 the marshmallows have me intrigued 🥰😍

@loushawl6721 Жыл бұрын

I love your channel Mel! I’m with you. My kids are grown up now and I miss the days when they were little. I am also loving this stage in life!

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being here! And you're so right this stage has its pros and cons, right? Merry Christmas

@elizabethmann383 Жыл бұрын

I use to make and drink the Russian tea all the time. Forgot about it but you have made me want to have some again. I plan on making some of these for Christmas get togethers. Love your channel and thank you for not being shy with your faith.

@killabrownell6266 Жыл бұрын

Just got done making your recipe for "Ritz Crackers Thin Mints" and let me tell you that they are so wonderful I had to make a 2nd batch for the gift baskets cause everyone in the house ate the first batch up, and they do taste just like thin mints thanks so much for sharing this with everyone and have a wonderful Holiday Momma Mel!

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel 9 ай бұрын

Isn't it just amazing 😍 Who would have guessed?!? So glad you liked em too

@cherylmcwilliams7238 8 ай бұрын

I love the tea! My Mom used to make it starting Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas when the weather started getting cooler. Thanks for the great memories of my Mom. I'm going to make some again, it's been a long time since I've had it!!

@auntiepam5649 9 ай бұрын

I so love every single goodie, I will try them this year. Thank You Mel

@bessiefaircloth6147 Жыл бұрын

These recipes are terrific!! I make the caramel Chex mix it's delicious and addicting!! I'm going to make some of these for gifts this year. I need something easy to do this year!! Thank you!

@magaperson3402 Жыл бұрын

What great ideas you gave us today! I am certainly going to try out several of these for my family over the holidays. Merry Christmas to you, Mel and your family.

@dangergirl7960 Жыл бұрын

Everything looks so good

@janetdwyer1867 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mel the children at church would love to do marshmallow. Great to see you.have a blessed night.😍

@sandybowman7140 Жыл бұрын

Maybe the crawler nursery can use tiny mini marshmellows?

@pamleslie1131 Жыл бұрын

These treats look so yummy and unique. I have been looking for something different and have come across the usual treats. This was so fun just to watch. I will definitely be trying a few of these! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

@bethwillard7795 Жыл бұрын

You did a great job Blessings always ❤️

@mamahousershome Жыл бұрын

Hey Mel, saying hello from the collab. All the recipes look scrumptious. I don't know how you had enough mints to melt. I would be so tempted to eat them by themselves.🥰 Have a Merry Christmas.🎄

@karenbrewer5864 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all these good recipes. The frosting Christmas tree was so pretty!

@SouthernFamilyLife Жыл бұрын

Hey Mel!! ❤️ I love the no cracker left behind comment 🤣 Omg those ritz bitz crackers look amazing!! Everything you made looks absolutely delicious 😋 ❤️❤️❤️

@pattibentley7585 Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas Mel and Family. These recipes look delicious for the holidays. 🎄😇💕

@arlene9342 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing these scrumptious-looking treats! Love your channel, Mel.

@vickiestephens8889 Жыл бұрын

I hope I can find these recipes again

@lindaslager9203 Жыл бұрын

These are very easy recipes. Thanks for sharing.

@OZARKMOON1960 Жыл бұрын

The orange/spice tea mix - love this stuff. First had it in college dorm where the RA made it for us and that was in 1980. It is so good and you can tweak it as you like: more cinnamon, allspice, or even tea mix with lemon in it to forego the lemonade mix. It is the perfect pick-me-up on cold days all winter long.

@beatricecampbell9631 Жыл бұрын

I was making my grocery list and added crispex to it that looks delicious I think I'm gonna add cashews to it. Merry Christmas Mel❤🦌

@juliemyrick1038 8 ай бұрын

You make my heart smile😊

@LindaLou-oh6qz Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness. The recipes are pretty and festive on the eyes. So glad you ended with the spiced tea, felt like it was perfect to sip after all the treats. You are a gem! Thanks so much for sharing.

@donnamckeller2010 Жыл бұрын

Oh YUM!!! Sweet friend you are speaking my love language with these yummy treats! I’ve always loved popcorn but haven’t been able to eat it now for almost two years. I’m a snacked by nature and these all seem perfect! That sweet salty crunch of the crispex is calling to me. The ritz ones too… well all of them obviously. 😂 Have a blessed week and Merry Christmas to you and your family!

@deborahhenry4305 8 ай бұрын

Mel, all these treats look wonderful, delicious, and easy. I'm going to have to try some of them for sure. I especially want to do the Thin Mints and the crispix. Thanks

@ragweed2009 Жыл бұрын

Will try some for sure

@Shannon71172 Жыл бұрын

These were GREAT !!!! 🙏🏼❤️🎄

@1CathyHendrix Жыл бұрын

Everything looks so good! Thanks for sharing such wonderful recipes with us. Hope you have a great weekend and God bless!

@sharonstauffer7991 Жыл бұрын

Love the Russian tea. I like the savory cereal mix best, especially at the holidays when there’s already so many sweets. So many fun snack foods here.

@n.f.6126 8 ай бұрын

Excellent! Each and every one 🎄

@JenniferatHome Жыл бұрын

Fabulous, fun recipes. 😁🎄❤️

@donnakeeton168 11 ай бұрын

I love these! I always try to give little gifts from my kitchen to our neighbors at Christmas and these are perfect. As always, thank you Mel! ❤

@essiemohr1216 Жыл бұрын

The Christmas treats look so good. Merry Christmas to you and your family!!!!

@phyllisgarner6735 9 ай бұрын

I'm so excited that I found you, I love cooking and baking, I love watching you.

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel 9 ай бұрын

Welcome and thank you so much!

@KirstiPickens Жыл бұрын

Mel!! Love these! I cant wait to make the hot butter cheerios!!

@Pamela_Gram Жыл бұрын

Thanks for such Great recipes 😀. Merry Christmas to you and I hope you have a blessed one too.

@tracyroth3397 Жыл бұрын

Love this video, love you! Happy holidays to you and yours.❤️

@tinag8725 9 ай бұрын

These treats look so delicious definitely making the Thin Mints Ritz treat TY!!

@HomeandHearthHomestead Жыл бұрын

Mama? You share such wonderful recipes and recipes that are easily doable on a budget! Thank you for inspiring us and making recipes accessible. You're a rock star!😁😇

@InTheKitchenWithMommaMel Жыл бұрын

You are so sweet! Thank YOU for watching and being so supportive!