Holiday Cheer for Your #DisneyWeekend

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With the holiday season in full swing, we can’t wait to get baking and crafting! There are cookies to be baked, wreaths to be made, and presents to be wrapped — so why not do it with a touch of Disney magic? We’ve rounded up our favorite holiday-themed Disney crafts and recipes for you and your family to enjoy.

Holiday Mickey Meringue Pops

These Mickey Mouse meringue pops are the perfect little treat to serve up for the holidays. Create a decorating station for kids to help bring them to life!

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Mickey Pop-Up Ornament

Looking to take your Disney-themed Christmas tree to the next level? This easy-to-make Mickey Pop-Up Ornament is sure to do the trick!

mickey pop-up ornament
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Olaf Wreath

No one embodies the magic of the winter season quite like Olaf, so it’s only fitting that we pay tribute to him and Olaf’s Frozen Adventure with an adorable seasonal wreath.

olaf wreath
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Tsum Mickey & Friends Wreath Donuts

Add tsum cuteness to the holidays by baking delicious gingerbread donuts, and turning the donut holes into my favorite Disney couples—Tsum Tsum Mickey and Minnie, and Donald and Daisy.

tsum donuts
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Nutcracker-Inspired Gingerbread House

nutcracker gingerbread house
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While we patiently await the debut of The Nutcracker and the Four Realms, you can find us killing time whipping up this festive Nutcracker-Inspired Gingerbread House for our families.

Gingerbread Mickey & Minnie Coloring Page

Don’t know about you but we’ve never seen a cuter coloring page than this holiday-themed version. Mickey and Minnie make the perfect gingerbread pair!

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Holiday Mickey Piñata Cookies

These Holiday Mickey Piñata Cookies have hollow centers that you can fill with a secret stash of your favorite candies. Sugar cookies with a surprise inside—how cool is that? Add a bow and they’re mini gifts!

Holiday Mickey Piñata Cookies
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Mickey Mouse Holiday Waffles

‘Tis the season for festive breakfasts with your best pals! From peppermint hot chocolate to pumpkin spice, these yummy waffle recipes are sure to delight your Disney Family for the holidays.

Mini Hidden Mickey Pies

Holidays and pies go together like Mickey and Minnie—the season wouldn’t be the same without them. These simple mini cherry pies are a perfect dessert that your kids will love making.

mini hidden mickey pies
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Mickey & Minnie Peppermint Swirl Cookies

Give your pinwheel cookies a Disney spin with these festive Mickey and Minnie Peppermint Swirl Cookies.

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Pop-Up Mickey Gingerbread House

With this special “recipe,” you and your family can make an adorable Mickey gingerbread house without even turning on the oven. It transforms into a pop-up card that you can gift to family and friends—or keep to decorate your home.

pop-up gingerbread house
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Mini Princess Holiday Trees

Help make the season bright with a little inspiration from some of your favorite princesses! With dazzling designs themed to Ariel, Belle, and Cinderella, these Mini Disney Princess Trees will bring extra magic to your little one’s room this season.

mini disney princess trees
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Mickey Gingerbread House

With white icing and classic red and green details, this creation is sure to make your season bright. Enjoy making this Mickey Gingerbread House with your Disney Family!

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Rapunzel’s Gingerbread Tower

Now that the holidays are upon us, how fun it would be to make a gingerbread creation inspired by Rapunzel’s tower? It captures the whimsy of the building and the beautiful color palette of the film.

rapunzel gingerbread tower
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Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookies

Get your whole Disney Family in the kitchen this holiday season to bake these festive gingerbread cookies inspired by our best pal, Mickey Mouse!

Up House Tree Topper

Bring the colorful, heartwarming film Up into your holidays this year with a tree topper inspired by the infamous house.

up house tree topper
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“it’s a small world” Wreath

If your family loves the “it’s a small world” Holiday ride at Disneyland, they’re going to love this colorful and festive wreath, too!

Fluffy Porg Stocking

We’re super excited to see Star Wars: The Last Jedi, but that excitement pales in comparison to how obsessed we already are with porgs. Craft this adorable Porg Stocking for the young Jedi in your family — they won’t be disappointed.

Porg stocking
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Disney Parks Holiday Chocolates

We love these homemade chocolates featuring Minnie’s bow, Goofy’s hat, Mickey-shaped balloons, a castle, and more. All you need to make your own are some melted chocolate and holiday sprinkles. Wrap them up and gift them to someone special!

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Olaf Stocking

It’s that time of year! Bring out the festive decor and get ready for the holidays. And if you love Olaf as much as we do, it’s never been easier to make your very own Olaf stocking.

Festive Mickey Hot Cocoa

If you’re going to treat yourself to a delicious, warm drink this holiday season, make it extra special with Mickey! Hot chocolate will never be the same after you try this extreme take on a winter staple.

festive mickey hot cocoa
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Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread Crispy Treats

Disneyland’s Master Candy Maker Rob shows us how he’s making Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread Crispy Treats, inspired by the Christmas Fantasy Parade. You certainly won’t be disappointed by these sweet treats.

“it’s a small world” Holiday Cookies

As the catchy song from “it’s a small world” says, “a smile means friendship to everyone.” Your family and friends will be grinning after taking one look at these amazing cookies inspired by the festive Disneyland ride.

"it's a small world" cookies
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Peppermint Mickey Lollipop Ornaments

Add some Disney magic to your tree with these adorable Peppermint Mickey Lollipop Ornaments. These festive ornaments are made of super easy-to-use polymer clay, and are a perfect no-mess holiday activity for you and your kiddos!

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Mickey Snowflake Linzer Cookies

‘Tis the season to be baking! These Mickey Snowflake Linzer Cookies not only look delicious with their powdered “snow,” but they’re also the perfect treat for the winter season.

mickey snowflake cookies
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Disney Parks Food Ornaments

Every Disney fan will tell you that Dole Whip and Churros are a must-have when you visit the Disney Parks. Make your own DIY Dole Whip and Churro ornaments from felt. They’re the perfect way to bring the magic of the Disney Parks into your holiday décor!

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Millennium Falcon Gingerbread Starship

Take your holiday to light speed with this Millennium Falcon Gingerbread Starship. Not only is it super fun (and delicious) to create, but it’s also the perfect way to combine your family’s love of the holidays with their love of Star Wars.

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