Other Treats
Holiday Rice Krispies Treats
A favorite of kids of all ages, these no-bake crispy rice cereal treats are an extra special treat for the holidays.
Holiday Fun Facts:
  • Edward H. Johnson created 80 red, white, and blue electrical light bulbs in 1882.
  • The2009 Gingerbread White House is 56 x 29 inches and made with 250 lbs of chocolate and 140 lbs of gingerbread.
  • In New York, it's not officially Christmastime until the tree is lit at Rockefeller Center. The first tree appeared in 1931.
  • The first commemorative Christmas stamp was issued in Austria in 1937.
  • In Mexico, wearing red underwear on New Year's Eve is said to bring new love in the upcoming year.
  • Twenty-two million turkeys are consumed each year at Christmas, compared to 45 million at Thanksgiving.
  • Six of the trees on display in the White House are live trees that will be planted after the holidays.
  • An average household in America will mail out 28 Christmas cards each year and receive 28 in return
  • In 1843, "A Christmas Carol" was written by Charles Dickens in just six weeks.
  • The poinsettia plant was brought into the United States from Mexico by Joel Poinsett in the early 1800's.
Due to the number of varieties, cookies will vary by recipient. Please consult the recipes on this site for information on ingredients.