How to Make Reindeer Food for Santa’s Magical Reindeer

Santa’s reindeer get hungry after flying around all night. Here’s an easy recipe for making Magical Reindeer Food that you can do with your kids. It’s a fun tradition that adds to the enchantment and excitement of Christmas Eve.

The two most important ingredients are oats and glitter. Just mix them up, put them in a baggie and sprinkle it on your lawn on Christmas Eve so Santa’s reindeer can have a tasty snack and rev their magic back up for the long night ahead.

Read on for a more detailed recipe and instructions!

Recipe for Magical Reindeer Food

Ingredients You’ll Need: Before we dive into the enchanting process, let’s gather the ingredients for our magical reindeer food. The beauty of this DIY project is its simplicity; you probably have most of these items in your pantry.

1. Rolled Oats: The base of our reindeer food, providing a hearty and wholesome treat for Santa’s reindeer.
2. Glitter: Choose festive colors to add a sparkly touch. The glitter represents the magic that will light up the night sky as the reindeer make their journey.
3. Sprinkles: Opt for colorful, edible sprinkles to add a sweet and crunchy element to the mix.
4. Magic Dust (Optional): For an extra touch of magic, consider adding edible colored sugar or edible luster dust. This will make your reindeer food glisten like fairy dust.
5. Mixing Bowl and Spoon: To combine all the ingredients and spread the magic evenly.
6. Small Bags or Containers: To package your reindeer food for easy distribution.

Steps to Create Your Reindeer Food

1. Set the Stage: Find a clean and spacious area to work on your reindeer food. Lay out all your ingredients and tools for easy access.
2. Mix the Base: In your mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, glitter, and sprinkles. Adjust the quantities based on how much reindeer food you want to make.
3. Add Magic Dust (Optional): If you’ve opted for magic dust, sprinkle it into the mix. Watch as the reindeer food begins to shimmer and shine.
4. Stir with Love: Stir the ingredients together with a spoon, making sure the glitter and magic dust are evenly distributed throughout the oats.
5. Package with Care: Once your magical concoction is ready, scoop it into small bags or containers. This step is perfect for getting the little ones involved – let them decorate the packaging with stickers or festive drawings.
6. Share the Magic: On Christmas Eve, head outside with your kids and sprinkle the magical reindeer food on the lawn. As the reindeer munch on their special treat, the glitter will catch the moonlight, creating a magical trail for Santa to follow.

Tips for a Magical Experience

• Consider making extra reindeer food to share with friends and neighbors.
• Personalize the experience by adding a note with well-wishes for Santa and his reindeer.
• Encourage your children to get creative with the packaging, adding their own special touches.

Making reindeer food is a delightful way to involve the whole family in the magic of Christmas. As you sprinkle the glittering mixture on your lawn, know that you’re creating memories that will last a lifetime.

More Ways to Prepare for Christmas with Kids

Deck the Halls Together

Start the holiday preparations by involving the whole family in decorating the house. Create a special tradition around putting up the Christmas tree – maybe with a favorite holiday movie playing in the background and some hot cocoa to keep everyone fueled.

We love going through our ornaments and telling our son the stories behind them!

Crafty Christmas Creations:

Encourage creativity by engaging in Christmas-themed crafts with your little ones. From handmade ornaments to DIY stockings, these crafts not only make for delightful decorations but also create lasting memories.

You can find lots of cheap little craft kits at the Dollar Tree! You can also find gingerbread man and house kits at the grocery store.

Write Letters to Santa

Set aside an afternoon for the kids to write their letters to Santa. This not only adds to the excitement but also gives you insight into their Christmas wishes. Consider making it an annual tradition to track how their requests change over the years.

There are many places where you can mail your letters to Santa. I noticed our Publix had a little table set up at the front for kids to write and mail their letters.

Advent Calendar Anticipation

Build up the excitement with an advent calendar. Whether store-bought or homemade, the daily surprises and activities hidden behind each door can turn the countdown to Christmas into a daily celebration.

We love doing the LEGO advent calendars, because each day is a tiny LEGO set to put together!

Click here to find the calendar on Amazon!

Bake, Decorate, and Share

Get the whole family involved in holiday baking. From gingerbread cookies to classic sugar cookies, let the kids have a hand in mixing, rolling, and decorating. Share the joy by giving some treats to neighbors or friends.

Plan a Winter Wonderland Movie Night:

Create a cozy atmosphere by planning a family movie night featuring classic Christmas films. Pajamas, blankets, and some popcorn make it a magical experience for everyone.

Give Back as a Family

Instill the spirit of giving by involving your family in a charitable activity. Whether it’s volunteering at a local food bank or choosing toys to donate, teaching kids about the joy of giving is a priceless Christmas lesson.

Coordinate a Family Photo Session

Capture the magic of the season with a family photo session. Coordinate festive outfits and choose a picturesque location. The photos not only make for great holiday cards but also serve as cherished mementos.

Create a Christmas Eve Tradition

Establish a special tradition for Christmas Eve. Whether it’s opening one gift, reading a holiday story, or enjoying a special meal, these rituals build anticipation and create lasting memories.

Embrace the Chaos and the Magic

Above all, embrace the chaos and unpredictability that comes with preparing for Christmas with kids, and give in to the magic of the season. The laughter, the mess, and the spontaneous moments are what make the holiday season truly magical.

May your holiday season be filled with warmth, laughter, and the unmistakable magic that only children can bring to this special time of year. Jingle all the way, and Merry Christmas!