Christmas Treat Gift Ideas! With 6 sweet treat recipes! Including Microwave Peanut Brittle!

[@mikkikas6821]

Peanut brittle originated in Ireland or among the Celts. The Irish brought it to America around 1920s. Cool!🤗

[@beccagee5905]

I thought peanuts are native to America.

[@angiecorrigan3442]

😂😂😂

[@kathykwilliams6457]

So happy I happened to find you while scrolling! They look yummy, easy and great for neighborhood gifts!

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

I’m so happy you found me too! Thanks so much!

[@tracygolwitzer9978]

I bet Graham crackers would be good with the Christmas crack

[@robinriffle16]

I love the fact that you used Aldi products and all the recipes are simple hardly anytime required for prep these are amazing! Thank you so much for sharing

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

I love Aldi! Thanks so much for watching!

[@judygreen6676]

Use the caramel you poured on the crackers, pour on the corn puffs. Mix, spread on lined cookie sheet put in the oven at 300. For about one hour stirring every 15 mins. Taste like cracker jacks.

[@kjconyersable]

I made the peanut brittle, but substituted with pecans. We are from Texas, ya'll! It was so delicious! Family loves it. I'll be making it for Christmas.❤ Thank you for sharing your recipe with us. 😊

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

I bet it’s wonderful with pecans! Thanks for letting me know!

[@katniptime4me]

I was looking for some fast, easy Christmas gift recipes. These are perfect. Thanks for sharing!! Meow

[@billbottoms8295]

Can't tell you how much I appreciate you taking the time to give full recipes and directions. That is why I subscribed. Thank you.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thank you so much for watching and subscribing! 😊

[@paulettebaker5587]

​@@ChefKristiThymetoCookhow long will all this candy last if I make it for Christmas

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

@@paulettebaker5587 it should last a couple of weeks.

[@nancyrubano-nord5265]

So very glad you shared part of the true meaning of Christmas with us. The recipes will be great to share with those we hold close to our hearts. Thank you for sharing.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

And thank you for watching! Merry Christmas!

[@nancyrubano-nord5265]

@@ChefKristiThymetoCook Merry Christmas and May God bless you and your family in the New Year.

[@theducklinghomesteadandgar6639]

❤️❤️What a GREAT video!!! You took you time giving the recipe and description of each item and showed your process all at an easy tempo, not to slow and not too fast, I love it, you and the recipes, so I subbed!! The one that I was in the most awe of was the brittle recipe done in the microwave peanut brittle. I’m on a limited income and treats is about the only thing I can give so that’s my plan. The easier the recipe the better for me as I have a bad back!!! So, thank you so much for sharing and helping make something I can actually do for my family!! You’re amazing!! Much Love, Whole Bunches of Big Ole Mama Bear Hugs and Many Blessings, to you and yours!!!❤❤ 🎁🎄🌺 Merry Christmas!! 🌺🎄🎁

[@foretb1162]

Thank you for these yummy recipes! I make a Chocolate Toffee Saltine which is similar to the Christmas Crack, except I keep the nuts out of it, instead substituting mini marshmallows and Christmas M&Ms, and for a "sharper" option, using unsalted saltines, coarsely chopped dark chocolate squares and topped with Wilton's Christmas Tree sprinkles.

[@kellysardella928]

I belive this Christmas these gifts will be appreciated & enjoyed more then ever ! Thanks so much , I will definitely be making peanut brittle & Christmas crack with seasalt sprinkled its divine& definitely the butter puffs!

[@brendamaun5455]

You can also simply pour the caramel mixture from her Crack recipe over the puff corn. My sister gave me that recipe = Delicious caramel puff corn!

[@judywankel5276]

Great ideas for gifts! What did you chop the almonds with, in the crack recipe? Seasons Greetings!!

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Somehow the recipes were jumbled but I have fixed them. Thank you all for letting me know and I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@joanadkins797]

Wow! That’s a lot of delicious treats! Thank you so much for sharing. I’m gonna be making some of these. Also just subscribed to ur channel😃

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! Merry Christmas!

[@dlessard69]

My recipe for white chocolate Chex mix is the same except some cereal is substituted for unbuttered popcorn and mini marshmallows (not melted) added.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Oh that’s a good addition! Thank you so much!

[@siggybenedict-shields3883]

FYI biscotti is Italian meaning “cookies”

[@sheiladavis2519]

Actually, the definition looked up via Google is: small, crisp rectangular twice-baked cookies containing nuts, made originally in Italy.

[@emilydavidson275]

I plan to make the peanut brittle and at least two other treats this year. These all look wonderful and easy! Just my style! Thanks!

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thanks so much!

[@sallylou6556]

Love it use 5 cups or the whole box. My kind of cooking. Love love all your candy recipes. Will be busy this Christmas Making treats for friends and love ones. Thank you for sharing your mother in laws peanut brittle recipe And yours. Love your big container of treats for your SON 💕👍 Merry Christmas enjoy our Lords Birthday with all your sweet recipes.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thanks so much Sally! God bless you! 😊

[@carolallen5909]

I just came across your channel and loved seeing all the Christmas goodies. I am especially excited to try the biscotti recipe. I love biscotti but was always intimidated thinking it was going to be very difficult. You make it look easy and I will be trying it. Thank you.

[@TampaCatGirl]

Same here! No longer intimidated! Lol

[@joyvogel6805]

How long is the first 350° bake???

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

All the recipes are in the description box below 👇

[@candyalexander2196]

What watt is ur microwave I tend to burn chocolate chips

[@JT-wn7wb]

Great treats! They look simple enough for me to make. Just added myself to your channel. Thank you and have a wonderful holiday. 🤗

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thanks so much for watching and subscribing! Merry Christmas!

[@carlenekalebaugh864]

They all look yummy!

[@beckylloyd9267]

I just found your channel...love the ideas! How far ahead can I make these candies? Can I freeze any of them. I am excited to make these!

[@lindiprivett4917]

I will definitely be making all of these treats

[@kayenome4942]

My family loves the cracker candy

[@floswason8776]

Great recipes easy to make and very easy to follow your instructions no dragging out of prep like we see on other peoples videos you are a keeper thank you ⭐️👍🌹

[@donnafernandez8735]

No, how to make this recipe with directions? I’m not that good on my phone yet, but one day will be! I think you thank you.

[@EEN63]

This peanut brittle recipe used to be a part of my grandma’s repertoire! So many yummy memories! Our families have always done the savory version of Chex mix made with bacon drippings, butter, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco and seasoned salt. Ours has 2 pounds of pecans instead of the peanuts, as that suits our tastes better, but I’m sure any and all nuts are welcome... especially in my family! 😉😂🥰 I have never attempted the sweet version or any of the other recipes but they all look delicious and inspire some Christmas cooking! Your friends and family are very fortunate to be gifted with your thoughtful and delicious treats! Merry Christmas! 🎄❤️🎄

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Love the addition of bacon drippings to Chex mix! Thanks so much!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

We've been making traditional Chex mix for decades, and never thought to use bacon drippings. Thanks for the tip!

[@EEN63]

@@Hiker_who_Sews It’s from my grandma’s church recipe compilation from many, many years back... and called “Texas Trash” but known to the rest of the world as Chex Mix! Basically half bacon drippings and half butter... to total whatever amount your recipe calls for butter. But as bacon drippings on hand varies at our house, it has still been very delicious when we didn’t have enough bacon drippings for half and half of total fat. As you know, this recipe is very forgiving and allows for all sorts of variations. Enjoy!

[@sangitakumar4065]

These all look so delicious!! I will sure try to bake this year. Thank you so much😊

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thank you for watching!

[@IMOO1896]

Adding the M&Ms to the Chex mix got my attention.

[@mariareyes-ku6194]

I prefer not to use light corn syrup. Can I use something else instead?

[@Kiki-kf7on]

In your recipes you always make a lot I really like that and the food you use is available in regular stores some chefs get to fancy with the ingredients thank you for the videos

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

You are so welcome! I really try to give easy and delicious recipes on my channel. 😊

[@lindacurran4179]

I make the same recipe for peanut brittle about 6 different kinds. Mixed nut, cashew , peanut delish. 2 batches of eash

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

That’s an excellent idea! I’m going to use cashews this year! Thanks so much!

[@marynovak5800]

Can you also dip golden sandwich cookies in the white chocolate?.....also, you shouldn't mention brand names like "chex" if you're using generic brands)....but you did use the "M & M" brand of chocolate candies

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Of course you can! Or any flavor! 🥰

[@marynovak5800]

@@ChefKristiThymetoCook also I like the white chocolate corn puffs..maybe I could make puffcorn balls with them instead of using popcorn

[@susantaylor2533]

I've made the candied chex mix for YEARS and it is always the first to disappear. My family LOVES that stuff. We call it Christmas Crack too LOL

[@libSta_OBX]

😂

[@lucylara3566]

I call mine Reindeer Munch, LOL

[@mariaesquivel6997]

Thank you for the baking video. I've made peanut brittle (twice),the biscotti, and the cracker toffee. My family loved them, I'm making biscotti right now. Thank you again.

[@autumnsky8647]

Thank you so much for video! I love most is Christmas crackers!

[@deborahcore6636]

So where's the microwave fudge???

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Oh I have another video on my favorite fudge recipes! Check it out! 😊

[@ashleyfreedman123]

I make the White Chocolate Party Mix. My cousin gave me the recipe with the name, "Reindeer Chow." It's always a hit!

[@ashleyadams6803]

Great video, really enjoyed, I’ve subscribed! Thanks!

[@onegoodcook2]

I made the butter puff treat and added sprinkles! What a smash 💥 hit!!! Wow 🤩!! I renamed it “Reindeer🦌 Poop”. I will be adding pastel sprinkles at Easter and call it “Bunny 🐇 Poop”. 😂 😂😂

[@rachelschmaltz3092]

I'm new here I'm looking for treat ideas for my Christmas party coming up. God bless

[@rita3604]

Love Christmas or holiday candy. Thank you for these wonderful recipes. 🎄

[@terrytarpley2953]

I made Chex mix but savory baked in the oven microwave brittle microwave fudge with black walnut

[@victoriaturner1320]

This was a super video! I'm trying these now! Thank you for sharing!❤️🎄

[@cyhomer]

I make the cracker toffee every year, but a variation: graham crackers, the toffee mixture, then pecans on top. No chocolate…OMG…..

[@elsiewatson1601]

Can’t wait to make some of these goodies. Thanks for sharing your recipes! May I ask if I can double the recipe of your biscotti to make more? Appreciate your reply chef.

[@robininva]

Would happily trade homemade bread with you if we were neighbors. 😉 Wow! What a nice spread!

[@reginakent1216]

Everything looks so Christmasy delicious!! I hope I get to make each recipe for my family. Thank you for sharing.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thanks so much!

[@lindacrespo4038]

Can you use choclate chips instead of white chocolate?

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

I’m sure you could.

[@loriwoloshyn7266]

That Christmas crack is so addicting, I've made 3 batches already and it's not even Christmas yet. I sprinkle coconut on mine, didn't care for the nuts so much.

[@playinatlife5778]

I've watched this video several times and crack up every time I see you singing to the microwave. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas.

[@dovespaligrino8312]

Wow, that's a lot of work. I salute you. Merry Christmas to you and yours. ♥️♥️♥️

[@judynieman269]

I’m new to your channel today. I’m so glad I found you. I love making treats like this for the grandkids and all of our neighbors. I can’t wait to try some of these! Many of these I’ve never seen before.

[@donnasennett1668]

I am so upset. My peanut brittle burnt. I followed your directions. Maybe my microwave is hotter than yours

[@kathybarger6871]

I use gramcrackers for thd Christmas Crack instead of saltiness. Very good

[@crystalmoore4618]

How many oz. is the bag of butter puff? I could only find great big bags I want to make sure my ratio is correct 😆

[@jessicageorge9136]

My Aldi list for tomorrow just got a LOT longer!! Yum!!

[@kriskraftsmorewilson9651]

How delicious my question is how long did it really take you to make all those treats I know you cut it down to fit in the video but I was just curious thank you again and I can’t wait to try them and I don’t care if it’s Christmas or not I still try those treats

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

It took me all day! 😊

[@brucebonkowski9568]

Heychristine I made a recipe for the chocolate consulter I used it's more nestles special dark chocolate I feel it makes it better not so Sweet 🧁 for the children I used pretzels that are round logs or the mini pretzels. Next use cheerios. Chocolate nut Clusters regular If you want fruit loops mini marshmallows multi color and I mix the milk chocolate and white add some red & green food coloring with the white drizzle the red white green and chocolate over all mixed and spread on parchment paper cookie sheet and cool put in cool area and lightly covered

[@mixingitupinminnesota4092]

I will definitely make this treats this Christmas 🎅 thank you so much for sharing 🥰

[@princesspink143]

How fun.. I cant wait to try these.. i want to make the Biscotti for my brotger in law in Ky. Hes a pastor and loves coffee.

[@donnasennett1668]

Thank yu so much for the recipes. I really was happy that yu shared the real meaning of Christmas

[@valleygirlknits]

Great video. Has anyone made the crack using whole wheat crackers?

[@tonyabowles4854]

I just made the peanut brittle recipe and it was so thick I could not hardly sit it. When it was time to add the butter , butter and soda still very think, did not foam It acted like I needed more syrup. What in the world?

[@JeannieMitchellMyers]

Darn, I don't have a microwave...But love the recipies!

[@rhondahoehne9143]

Instead of white chocolate for the Chex mix could I use milk chocolate?

[@sharonray8112]

Thank you looking forward to trying your recipes

[@lovestobake4137]

What size bowl did you use for the party mix? I need one that size!

[@pennyclegg7728]

Great recipes!! A spatula will scrap your bowls clean. Less waste.

[@foodtravelcrafts87]

Great ideas, thank you for sharing. New subscriber

[@lindathompson3673]

👍Yummy!

[@coldcountess]

I love Peppermint, but not white chocolate !!

[@Jrobo20]

Such great ideas, thank you and happy holidays!

[@cottonflannigan3671]

AMAZING!! God Bless You! 😇😇😇😇

[@readingwithgrams9484]

sub the veggie oil in the white chex mix for butter makes the white chocolate taste better.

[@bonnieavelar2179]

Merry Christmas. Thanks for sharing your amazing treats. 🥰

[@meutod2]

Thank you got your brittle recipe I’m excited to try it! Your white patty mix- we call it white trash mix and use golden Graham cereal and someone requested adding dried cranberries lol so darn good ❤

[@VolleyballMama]

White trash mix 😂 love it! And thanks for the tip about Golden Grahams. Love cranberries too.

[@DarleneScott-q3f]

Oh my, they look so delishes, can’t wait to try, thank you

[@joyceullom8037]

You lost me at MICROWAVE 😕

[@donnasennett1668]

All of it looks so yummy. Thank you and Merry Christmas to you too

[@victoriasprague7014]

People that have high blood pressure use unsalted peanuts

[@konakyanjordyn]

Feel like you need a mini spatula instead of the spoon at times. All look yummy.

[@Uprightfossil]

The background music is irritating

[@lolaolvera898]

Thx for sharing your homemade treats they look delicious

[@debbiechaney6607]

Hello, New subscriber here. Every treat you made looks so delicious! I can't wait for all your new videos. Thank you from Debbie and Dexter-Dog my amazingly precious rescued tiny Chihuahua companion living a quiet life in southern California. 🙏🙏👍👍🎅🎄🎅🌲💝😄

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Aww so glad you found me and welcome! Thanks so much! Christmas is my favorite time of year and I always get excited to put out new recipes. 😍

[@glendayelverton1676]

All look amazing. Def plan to try some if not all👍👍

[@lindaparks2475]

You are amazing and very organized. Thank you

[@melindawilson2320]

Thanks going to make them with my grandkids 😘

[@pamblakeley9810]

I'm going to make them this Christmas thanks for sharing

[@jayneegermond3859]

You are so thorough. This has been the most enjoyable cooking video that I have ever watched! I make the brittle every year and it is a hit. It’s a great craft show seller, too!

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Aww thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words and for watching! 😊

[@kathya1956]

I will try a couple, thanks.

[@debityger4458]

Just checked out the video and I’m hooked. Starting my baking for church today. Thanks.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Oh that’s wonderful! Thanks so much Debi! God bless and Merry Christmas!

[@normasenzarino5307]

I make peanut brittle,crack ,check mix

[@sheiladavis2519]

Am I the only one here confused?! 😵‍💫 To me, it appears you have the written recipes for the biscotti and the Christmas Crack recipes combined, or parts of one combined with parts of the other. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Please clarify... 🙏🏻

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

I just went back to look at the recipes and I do see the problem! I have no idea what happened the recipes do seem jumbled. I will fix ASAP!

[@christinachef]

So many of my favorites. Love that you had the chapters for each goody. Also loved that you had the recipes in the description.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thank you very much!

[@Fiat1]

Can you give a ballpark range on the cost of all these goodies? The only thing I haven’t tried is the puff corn & white chocolate, but I’m going to give it a try for my daughter’s’13th’ Birthday (February) it would be a good Valentine’s treat too❤️Thank you!

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Oh my that is hard to do especially since the cost of food is high and prices vary depending on where your shopping. I always buy as many ingredients as I can at Aldi which is usually less expensive. I’m completely guessing $100 for absolutely everything but again I really have no idea it might be more might be less. Sorry I can’t be of more help! Wishing your daughter a happy birthday! 😊

[@sharonbates516]

These all look delicious, especially the biscotti. I have made the Christmas Crack before but it didn't have almonds. I'm going to try the peanut brittle one also. Thank you for sharing.

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thank you Sharon! I would love to know how they turn out for you. 😊

[@storytime_bard9398]

Chef .. you are so creative. I will definitely try your recipes for gifting. Yummmmmm

[@ChefKristiThymetoCook]

Thank you! 😊