These chocolate monster pops fittingly rely on the spooky Monster cereals (Franken Berry, Boo Berry, Fruity Yummy Mummy, Count Chocula and/or Fruit Brute) haunting supermarkets this time of year. They are easy enough for even the youngest of hands to help make and just cute enough to shake the creeps. Choose just one monster cereal, or […]
This Halloween, scare your kids into smart snacking by turning vegetables into monsters. You can use any combination of vegetables, both raw and cooked, that you can imagine. Vegetables have such variety in color and shape–not to mention their peculiar, misshapen beauty–that their haphazard mixings will produce the best monsters. And if the kids munch […]
A light caramel glaze makes this mix of popcorn and Kix a fast favorite. Good thing it’s so easy and quick—you might be making a second batch on short notice! Planning a fall harvest party? Scoop this delicious mix into small food-storage plastic bags, and tie with orange ribbons to make fun favors! How to […]
You’ll need a couple of unexpected ingredients (like glycerin, which you can find in pharmacies), but once you mix up a batch of this mix, you’ll see why it’s worth the extra effort. Make some mega-enormous-giganta-bubbles, courtesy of Happy Hooligans!
Make your bash a graveyard smash with our creative, evil-genius activities and snacks! Frightfully Delightful Décor Make one or dozens of these easy Halloween Treat Cups to decorate every corner of your haunted house—or pre-paint cups for a creative party activity. Thanks to Crafts by Amanda. Be sure you have a spooky centerpiece, like this […]
The best part of a baked potato is loading up with toppings that make it exactly the way your kids love it—sour cream, cheese, butter, yum! We’ve pulled together all those favorite baked potato flavors plus a hint of sweet from Kix in a fun fall party mix. You will need: 5 cups […]
Sometimes it actually is okay to play with your food. Turning waffles into board games, and blueberries and Kix cereal into playing pieces, certainly makes waking up much more fun. And the math and logic skills hidden in these games are an extra bonus. How to play waffle games: You will need: Waffles* […]
Pancake pops are a yummy, complete breakfast that kids (and grown-ups) can hold in their hand. Crushed Kix adds just the right flavor and texture, and maple syrup adds just the right sweetness. The lollipop sticks are optional, but not in my world. Sticks make food way more fun, so when in doubt, add a […]
This just might change your life. Or if not your life, at least make your day. One-step frozen yogurt pops! You can make one or a dozen in a jiffy, keeping them in the freezer until needed. You will need: Individual yogurt cups Wood popsicle sticks Kix cereal 1. Simply pop the sticks through the […]
Kids love to play with their food, so why not combine the creative fun of art and a favorite snack? You’ll need yogurt (or peanut butter), cereal, and dried or fresh fruit. First, place a large dollop of yogurt or peanut butter on a plate. Then, spread evenly to create the work surface. If you […]