Most children enjoy creating, whether it's art, stories or cooking. Christmas is a great time of the year for children to create treats and snacks for guests or even to give as gifts. Here are a few simple recipes your child can start with.

1. Peanut Butter Crunch

1 stick of butter
1 cup of peanut butter
1 pound box of powdered sugar
1 large box of crispy corn cereal squares
12 oz package of milk chocolate chips

Melt the butter, peanut butter, & chocolate chips in large microwaveable bowl on medium until melted and stir. Empty the box of cereal in a large bowl and pour the chocolate mixture over the top and coat thoroughly. Pour the powdered sugar over the top and stir until all pieces are coated with sugar.

Store in 2 large zipper bag in the refrigerator.

S'more Balls

16 ounce bag of large marshmallows
16 ounce bag of chocolate chips
16 ounce package of graham crackers
toothpicks

Crush the graham crackers until they are almost like powder and put them in a big bowl. Melt chocolate and stir often until smooth. Stick a toothpick in one of the marshmallows and dip it in the chocolate all the way. Then dip it in the graham cracker crumbs half way. Set on the wax paper to dry.

White Chocolate Mix

10 oz of mini twist pretzels
5 cups of toasted oat cereal
5 cups of crispy corn cereal squares
2 cups of salted peanuts
14 oz of candy-coated milk chocolate pieces
11 oz of white chocolate chips
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Line 3 baking sheets with waxed paper or parchment. In a large bowl, combine mini pretzels, toasted oat cereal, crispy corn cereal squares, salted peanuts, and candy-coated chocolate pieces. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chips and oil on medium-high for 2 minutes, stirring once. Microwave on high for 10 seconds; stir until smooth. Pour over cereal mixture and mix well. Spread onto prepared baking sheets. Break apart when it's cooled. Store in an airtight container.