My 5 yr olds class is studying space this week and I would like to take them a cute snack but I don't have any idea what to take. I know I could buy moon pies or milky way candy bars, but I would like to do something more creative. Got any ideas for me?? There are 21 kids in the class. Thanks!!

By Trina~moderator on Monday, February 6, 2006 - 04:36 pm:

I don't have any ideas off the top of my head, but please ask the teacher if there are any food allergies to be concerned about.

Oh, DD (7) just gave me an idea. How about sugar cookies decorated to look like stars, moons, planets, etc.? I have a nut free recipe if you're interested.

By Andi on Monday, February 6, 2006 - 04:49 pm:

Try this link....
http://www.perpetualpreschool.com/preschool_themes/space/space_snacks.htm

By Feona on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 - 09:31 am:

I bought plain muffins cheap from King Kullen. I got 12 for $3.00 for packaged muffins. Actually they are tasty muffins. The children put the frosting on it and marshmellows and chocolate chips or sprinkles. They liked it. It was easy.

By Conni on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 - 01:08 pm:

Dont forget to go to the Family Fun magazine website and do a search as well. I LOVE their ideas.

By Janet on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 - 01:26 pm:

Ditto Family Fun! When my girls were younger, I was always bringing cool treats that I'd found in the magazine.

By Kaseys on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 - 04:14 pm:

Thanks everyone for your ideas, I will check out the family fun page.

Trina - No allergies, but I would still like the recipe.

I will let you know what I find!!

By Trina~moderator on Tuesday, February 7, 2006 - 04:50 pm:

Best Ever Sugar Cookies

INGREDIENTS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup sour cream

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Combine flour, salt, baking soda and nutmeg.
Cream together the butter and sugar. Blend in the sour cream; add dry ingredients.
Chill dough for 1 hour. Roll to 1/2 inch thickness on a sugar and floured surface.
Cut with cookie cutter; bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes.

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I'm usually don't care for sugar cookies but these are good!