5 Kid-Friendly Ways To Spice Up Your Christmas Dinner

Gathering the kids around the table for a holiday meal should be a easy, not a chore. Adding fun, kid-friendly dishes to the meal is a surefire way to ensure that they'll be running for their seats come dinnertime. This Christmas, why not shake up the menu a bit to include some festive side dishes — they're sure to bring out the kid in everyone at the table!

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Snowmen Mashed Potatoes
Foodilicious

Snowmen Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes never looked so fun! These Snowmen Causitas are more than just mashed Yukon Gold potatoes. They have a bit of Peruvian kick with lime juice and chiles mixed in!

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Santa Claus Strawberries
Kawaii Foods

Santa Claus Strawberries

With just a little whipped cream and some ripe strawberries, an ordinary dessert gets a Christmas makeover. These Santa Strawberries are a perfect accompaniment to all of the sweets on Christmas day!

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Christmas Pizza
Delia Create

Christmas Pizza

If the kids just won't be satisfied without some pizza on their plate, make it a Christmas Pizza. Have them help decorate it (pepperoni and basil make nice Christmas-themed additions) before popping it in the oven!

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Santa Bread
A Little Zaftig

Santa Bread

How cute are these yummy Santas just waiting to be pulled apart? A great activity for kids who are waiting for guests to arrive, Santa Bread will be a hit with everyone at the dinner.

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Rudolph Potatoes
Annabel Karmel

Rudolph Potatoes

A great Christmas recipe for turning a baked potato into a delicious mouthwatering treat – and it is guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone’s face!