There are a million different desserts that you can mold Rice Kripsie Treats into, but I thought this was a really fun idea to do with kids.  You can make the cups ahead of time or do that with the kids.  Then you can set up a dessert bar with fillings and toppings and let the kids design their own fun cup.  I like the idea of doing fresh fruits with whipped cream on top.  Ice cream sundaes would be pretty yummy or even pudding.  See what I mean… the possibilities are endless!

Here is what you need to make these:

• 3 Tbs. butter or margarine
• 1 package (40 oz.) regular marshmallows or 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 6 cups Rice Krispies or Cocoa Krispies cereal
• pudding, ice cream, frozen yogurt, fresh fruit or any other filling you wish
• any toppings you choose

Here is how to make them -> Rice Krispies Treats Fun Cups Tutorial

The beginning of January is sort of a let-down.  Christmas is over, but it is still a little too soon to start celebrating Valentine’s day.  So in my house, for those first couple of weeks, we dercorate and craft all things winter… mostly snowflakes and snowmen.  These flour tortilla snowflakes are just perfect for that and did I mention they are super yummy too!  Thanks to Tami at Family Corner for the recipe.

Here is what you need to make these:

• flour tortillas
• scissors
• powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• skillet

Here is how to make it -> Flour Tortilla Snowflake Tutorial

If you are looking for some appetizer ideas for your upcoming New Year’s Eve party, here is an idea that both kids and adults will love!   My kids could eat this all in one sitting, no problem.  We just substitute mixed nuts for the soy nuts and we use garlic powder instead of garlic salt.  There are other versions of Chex mix recipes on Pillsbury, as well as a lot of other tatsy appetizer ideas.

Here is what you need to make Italian Cheesy Chex Mix:

• 3 cups Wheat Chex® cereal
• 3 cups Rice Chex® cereal
• 1 cup pretzel nuggets
• 2 cups small cheese-flavor crackers
• 1 cup salted roasted soy nuts
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons garlic salt
• 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Here is how to make it -> Italian Cheesy Chex Mix Tutorial