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I’m sure you always leave cookies out for Santa on Christmas Eve, but what about his Elves? They love a special treat too! Today we are going to show you how to make their very FAVORITE treats that are just the right size for them… Elf Donuts! We make cookies for Santa but we shouldn’t forget to leave a tray of Elf donuts for his helpers. If you or anybody you know has an Elf on the Shelf, be sure to show them these Elf Donuts!
Elf Donuts
It’s no secret that we talk about the magic of Christmas a lot here at Smart School House. I shared the super secret recipe that Santa gave me for Reindeer Food (you can see it here) and we even discussed Santa’s Magic Key (see that here). This is a creative idea for kids (and grown-ups!) this Christmas! We adore these mini donuts for elves.
So fun and easy, right? Santa’s helper elves need fuel too! Leave these adorable Elf Donuts along with your Santa’s cookies to help them on their long journey.
Just like Santa, his helpers need snacks and treats to keep them happy and full during the busy Holiday season. These tiny treats are easy and fun for the whole family. Now that we’ve perfected the recipe for Elf Donuts, we know that we have everyone covered. Cookies for Santa? Check! Reindeer food to sprinkle on the lawn? Check! Donuts for the elves? CHECK!
More Christmas Crafts by Smart School House to Try Next:
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Christmas Tree Brownies
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Polar Bear Paw Marshmallows
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Snowball Cookies
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Christmas Trees Made with Pretzels
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Grinch Skewers
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Candy Train
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Candy Cane Reindeer
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Strawberry Santas
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Meringue Christmas Trees
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Candy Sleigh
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Giant Christmas Ornaments
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DIY Ornaments Made with a Ball
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Fish Bowl Snowman
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Paper Plate Lollipops
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Cardboard Box Snowman
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Christmas Soap Bottles
Happy Holidays! We know you are going to LOVE making these donuts!
How to Make Elf Donuts
You Will Need
- Cheerios
- Sprinkles
- Powdered Sugar
- Cocoa powder
- Damp paper towel
- Water
- Toothpicks
- Christmas music <— that is optional but highly recommended when making Elf Donuts:)
Directions
For the chocolate sprinkled donuts:
- Mix cocoa powder and a little bit of water until it is just a little bit thick (easy for dipping).
- Dip a Cheerio into the cocoa powder mixture
- Dip the Cheerio into sprinkles
- Use a toothpick to clear the center of the “donut”
- Let dry
For the powdered donuts:
- Press a Cheerio into a damp paper towel (this makes the cereal sticky)
- Dip the Cheerio into powdered sugar
- Use a toothpick to clear the center of the “donut”
- Let dry
