How to Make Magic Reindeer Food

Magic Reindeer Food makes a cute and inexpensive gift for classmates and friends.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1/2 cup oatmeal
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup red and green sugar crystals (for cake decorating)

1. Magic Reindeer food lays a glittering path to guide Santa's Reindeer to your house on Christmas Eve.
   
   Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.

2. Divide Magic Reindeer Food into small ziploc bags or mini plastic containers. Decorate with ribbon if desired.

3. Attach a the following poem to with each package:
   
   Be sure to take this magic food,
   and sprinkle on the lawn.
   On Christmas, Santa's reindeer travel
   miles before the dawn.
   The smell of oats and sparkling path
   will guide them on their way.
   And you'll wake up to Santa's gifts
   next morn on Christmas Day!
   
   
   (author unknown)

4. Remember to keep some Magic Reindeer Food for yourself. Sprinkle it on the lawn on Christmas Eve to guide Santa's reindeer to your house!

[jillmaria]

on 9/6/2009 Adorable idea, great for favors for a Christmas party. Thanks!! 5 stars!

[jull14]

on 6/28/2009 As always a great article with so much information. Excellent steps and very easy to follow, thank you so much for helping us learn everyday more. This is a very good article, thanks

[beagle]

on 7/18/2008 I'm going to a Christmas in July party next week and I'd like to make these as little favors for everyone!!