Holidays
Guy shows how to make “fast and easy” holiday treats with just a handful of ingredients
I love that each of these recipes only take a handful of ingredients. That’ll be extra helpful this year.
Jessica Adler
11.14.23

In a recent video, Christopher Hiedeman, a creative DIYer with a sweet tooth, took us on a sugary journey into his kitchen to share some incredibly easy no-bake Christmas treats.

Each of these 6 recipes is perfect for anyone scrambling in the holiday rush or just looking for simple, delightful snacks to share.

Christopher’s recipes are a hit for their ease and tastiness.

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He kicks things off with peppermint bark, a holiday classic.

The process is simple and satisfying: crushed candy canes sprinkled over smoothly melted vanilla almond bark, spread on a cookie sheet.

Christopher points out the usefulness of wax paper for easy removal, a practical tip from his own experience.

Once set, this minty, chocolatey treat is ready to be broken into pieces and enjoyed.

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Next up is the fruit and nut bark, a delightful mix of chocolate almond bark, almonds, and dried cranberries.

After combining these ingredients, he spreads the mixture onto a wax-paper-lined cookie sheet.

A final drizzle of melted vanilla almond bark adds a decorative touch. Once it’s cooled, it’s broken into inviting, rustic chunks.

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The chocolate-covered pretzels are a perfect balance of salty and sweet.

Christopher dips oversized pretzels into melted chocolate almond bark, adding a personal touch with chopped walnuts.

He highlights the versatility of this treat, suggesting various toppings and decorations for customization.

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Pretzel rods get a similar chocolatey treatment, half-dipped in chocolate and adorned with various toppings.

His approach here is all about creativity and personal preference, encouraging viewers to experiment with different toppings.

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The caramel walnut bites are a luxurious combination of caramel and chocolate.

Using a chocolate mold (or mini paper muffin cups as an alternative), he tops these bites with walnut pieces, creating a delightful contrast of smooth chocolate and crunchy nuts.

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Homemade peanut butter cups are next, a favorite for many.

He mixes crushed crackers, peanut butter, and sugar, spooning the mixture into mini paper baking cups.

Covered with melted chocolate, these cups are a testament to his ability to turn simple ingredients into irresistible treats.

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For the final treat, Christopher presents chocolate-dipped orange slices.

He suggests using store-bought dried orange slices for convenience.

Dipped in chocolate almond bark and set on wax paper, these treats are a delightful combination of citrus and chocolate.

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Throughout the video, his approach is refreshingly straightforward and personable.

Each recipe, with its minimal ingredients and steps, is designed for ease and enjoyment, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or as thoughtful homemade gifts.

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YouTube - Christopher Hiedeman

Christopher’s easygoing approach and creative flair make these recipes accessible to all, promising to add a touch of homemade warmth to any festive occasion.

See how simple each of these decadent holiday treats are to make in Christopher’s tutorial below!

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