31 Days of Festive Food Art
The holidays are here — well, almost — and nothing gets kids in the spirit like some festive fare. And we're not talking about fruitcake and figgy pudding! From cupcakes to cookies, there are plenty of adorable and edible ways to bring the holidays to life for your little ones. But you don't have to limit your creativity to the dessert table. With a little effort, you can turn breakfast, lunch, and snack time into a Winter wonderland. Click through to check out a month's worth of food art that's meant to inspire and make your holidays merry and bright.
Ho, Ho, Ho
This breakfast would turn even the crankiest child into a jolly tot.
Reindeer Dogs
Turn the traditional carnival fare into a tasty holiday treat.
Cinnamon-Scented Tree
We'd happily trim and taste this tree.
Candy Cane Forest
This is one candy cane you won't mind the kids eating in the morning.
The Man in Red
Surprise your children with a Santa-themed breakfast.
Grinch-y Grapes
A snack that will make the kids' smiles grow three sizes that day.
A Gingerbread Breakfast
To take this breakfast to the next level, add some sweet spices.
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Get ready for the big man's visit with a hearty breakfast.
Christmas Trees and Candy Canes
A little effort can bring some holiday cheer to your child's lunch.
Fruity Penguins
These chocolate-covered penguins make the most adorable dessert.
A Nose So Bright
What kid wouldn't want to wake up to this on Christmas morning?
Bountiful Bowl
A breakfast that's hearty, healthy, and full of holiday spirit.
The Abominable (and Edible) Snowman
It doesn't take much to turn a few pancakes into a Winter work of art.
Santa Babies
This may be the most adorable holiday snack we've ever seen.
Buddy the Elf
As we learned from Will Ferrell, elves love syrup.
Rudolph and Frosty
This dynamic duo makes for a great breakfast pairing.
Love Actually
A more romantic holiday scene.
A Trimmed Tree
If only our Christmas foliage looked this perfect.
On Dasher, On Dancer, On Prancer . . .
Make nine of these tasty treats to complete Santa's crew.
Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree
Your leaves are oh so tasty.
Do You Want to Build a Snowman?
If so, this one looks easy to create.
A Charlie Brown Breakfast
We couldn't think of a better thing to eat before watching a Christmas classic.
Welcome to the North Pole
Hopefully it tastes as good as it looks.
Reindeer Games
A picture-perfect way to start the day.
The Sweetest Santa
This berry and yogurt creation makes a great morning meal.
You're a Green One
Kids can help create this healthy holiday snack.
Olive, the Oatmeal Reindeer
This Christmas-themed breakfast is supereasy to create.
The Bearded Biscuit
We see the Santa resemblance, do you?
A "Pear" of Reindeer
All you need to create this after-school snack is fruit and some pretzels.
Winter Weather Birds
These edible penguins are perfect for a classroom party.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Breakfast
A meal that roots for the underdog (or deer).