These Whole Grain Chocolate Chip Scones made with chip pieces and drizzled with an eggnog glaze are so easy to make! Perfect with a cup of fresh fruit, coffee or… more eggnog!
Here are some healthy Christmas recipes to make this season, plus festive family activities and seasonal decorating ideas!
Geometric Christmas Towels FTW!
Ho.. ho.. ho.. happy December!
While I might proclaim Halloween as my favorite holiday, I truly appreciate the Christmas season.
I enjoy extra time with friends and family (so many gatherings again = so much fun!), lighting the gas fireplace and turning on the Solo stove, and slowing down with plenty of rest and relaxation time to Christmas music.
Both Mazen and Birch are at really fun ages where the Christmas season is pure magic. While Santa has faded for one of them, the other is in high spirits and even eagerly learning to lick and seal our Christmas card envelopes.
Now that the holiday shopping spree is over (aren’t you done with your shopping!?), I’m here to enjoy gingerbread cookies, hot cups of spicy tea, and cheesy Christmas movies.
Our tree is up!
We got it up early this year (thanks to a cheerful Thomas!)
Our stockings
I got these custom prints from Pottery Barn and they turned out fabulous! #equiponeutraldecor 😉
Favorite Christmas recipes
1. CHRISTMAS CHARCUTERIA BOARD
This Christmas charcuterie board has a red, white, and green theme for a festive presentation! Follow the step-by-step instructions to learn exactly how to put together a beautiful board for your holiday events.
2. 5 INGREDIENT BOURBON BALLS
When I think of Christmas, I think of bourbon (probably because my grandparents loved Manhattans). This easy 5-ingredient bourbon balls recipe I shared is a family favorite and makes a great addition to any Christmas cookie exchange or party dessert!
3. CHOCOLATE SCONES WITH EGGNOG GLAZE
4. SPECIALIZED BLUEBERRY PUNCH via Half Baked Harvest
This Spiced Cranberry Punch is something special! Homemade cranberry jam spiced with warm spices, sweet honey, fresh citrus and lots of vodka. Mix everything together to create an easy, festive, pitcher-style cocktail that’s simple, warm, and delicious.
5. CHEWY GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES via Making Thyme for Health
I LOVE molasses cookies! These Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies are soft and chewy, and are spiced with hints of ground cinnamon and ginger. So perfect that no one will be able to tell that they are vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free!
6. SUGAR COOKIES WITH ALMOND FLOUR via Fit Foodie Finds
These Almond Flour Sugar Cookies are grain-free and sugar-free, and are a super fun way to enjoy a healthier but classic Christmas tradition.
FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
- Read Christmas books with children. I keep ours hidden in the attic so when they come down they have time to shine before bed.
- Drink (spiked) eggnog (I like bourbon in mine!).
- Bake cookies and deliver them to your neighbors.
- Drive to see the Christmas lights or visit the Boar’s Head or Veritas Vineyards Christmas Lights Tours.
- Gather a group of friends and sing Christmas carols with neighbors or at a community center.
- Get crafty with KiwiCo’s Christmas crafts. we have enjoyed Santa Claus Workshop and the Christmas carousel. KiwiCo is on Amazonmaking it easier than ever to order a la carte.
- Watch a classic Christmas movie. alone at home It’s my favorite!! followed by ELF.
- Build a snowman or go sledding, weather permitting of course.
- Check out 10 Christmas Tips for Parents for more ideas.
HOLIDAY HOME DECORATION MEETINGS
If you love decorating for the holiday season, but aren’t into a sea of Santas and bright reds and greens, I’ve found some more neutral Christmas items that are elegant, subtle, but cozy and festive. I have learned that simple Christmas decoration with natural elements is for me the perfect combination of celebration and tranquility.
