Calling all Santa's helpers! Christmas is just around the corner, and it's time to start preparing for the most magical night of the year. One way to make Christmas Eve extra special is to sprinkle some reindeer dust on your lawn, so Santa's reindeer can find their way to your house. This sparkly, edible treat is a fun and festive way to get the kids excited for Santa's arrival.
Our collection of reindeer dust recipes includes both traditional and creative options. From the classic sugar and oats blend to versions made with colorful sprinkles and even edible glitter, there's a reindeer dust recipe to suit every taste. We've also included a few savory options, like a reindeer dust made with crushed pretzels and bacon bits.
No matter which recipe you choose, your reindeer dust is sure to be a hit with the kids. It's a fun and easy way to add a little extra magic to Christmas Eve. So gather your ingredients, put on your aprons, and let's get started!
MAGIC REINDEER FOOD
Oats are a Reindeer's favorite food, cinnamon is their favorite smell and sugar crystals reflect the light from Rudolph's nose so Santa can find your house. A magical recipe for kids to make on Christmas eve in preparation of Santa's visit, and it wont harm any small animals that might take a bite.
Provided by Recipe Baroness
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 5m
Yield 9 reindeer
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a resealable plastic bag.
- seal the bag and shake until well- combined.
- when its dark on Christmas eve, sprinkle the magic food on your front lawn to help Santa and his reindeer find your house.
- Makes just enough for all of Santa's reindeer!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.2, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 0.4, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 11.2, Protein 1.4
REINDEER FOOD
This snack mix is so addictive, it's known as 'Christmas Crack' among my circle of friends and family! You can choose a holiday mix of M&M's® to make these extra festive!
Provided by inkmistress
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cover a large area of counter space with waxed paper and tape it down.
- Mix pretzels, corn cereal squares, peanuts, and candy-coated milk chocolate pieces together in a large bowl.
- Melt white chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Pour melted white chocolate over pretzel mixture; stir to evenly coat. Quickly transfer mixture to the prepared waxed paper and spread in a thin layer; cool completely. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 598.1 mg, Sugar 28 g
REINDEER DUST/FOOD
I got this off the Internet and have done this with my Grandchildren. They always look forward to sprinkling their Reindeer Dust for the reindeer to find the way to their house!
Provided by Anita Harris
Categories Low Cholesterol
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place oatmeal in a small zip-lock baggie.
- Add a small amt of glitter and attach the following saying: Sprinkle on the lawn at night.
- The moon will make it sparkle bright.
- Santa's reindeer fly and roam.
- This will guide them to your home.
- Variation: Here is a different version using bird seeds.
- Place seed in baggie with glitter and attach the following: It is the night before Christmas and since you always feed Santa Claus now feed his reindeer.
- Sprinkle contents of the bag on the front and/or lawn on Christmas Eve.
REINDEER FOOD
Let the kids create a snack for Rudolf and his hard-working reindeer team. This crunchy granola also makes a delicious breakfast on Christmas morning
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Snack, Treat
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 140C/120C fan/gas 1. Put all the ingredients (except the apricots, sultanas and sweets) in a large bowl. Stir everything well, then spread out onto two baking trays in an even layer. Put the tray in the oven for 40 mins.
- Leave the granola to cool on the tray, then break it up into small chunks and stir in the sultanas and apricots.
- Put the granola in a jar ready for breakfast. To make it suitable for magic reindeer, put a few spoonfuls into a small paper bag and mix in some sweets.
- Tie with string or a ribbon and add a fun label for Father Christmas to find.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 61 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 31 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of your reindeer dust. Look for chocolate that is at least 70% cacao.
- Use a variety of toppings: Don't be afraid to get creative with your toppings. Some popular options include crushed candy canes, chopped nuts, and dried fruit.
- Make sure your reindeer dust is completely dry before storing it: If your reindeer dust is not completely dry, it will clump together and become difficult to use.
- Store your reindeer dust in an airtight container in a cool, dry place: Reindeer dust can be stored for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Reindeer dust is a fun and easy way to add some holiday cheer to your treats. It's perfect for sprinkling on cookies, cupcakes, and brownies, or for adding to hot chocolate. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique reindeer dust that will make your holiday treats even more special.
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