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Christmas jelly bread made from flattened slices of white bread spread with strawberry jelly and cut into festive Christmas shapes (stars, trees, snowflakes)

Christmas Jelly Bread

Christmas Jelly Bread is a simple, no-bake Montessori cooking activity perfect for young children. Kids practice rolling, spreading, and shape-cutting while creating festive treats. This recipe supports fine motor development, independence, and practical life skills in a joyful holiday-themed experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 children
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American, Christmas, Holiday
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 Slices of bread (6 slices, crusts optional)
  • 4 tbsp Strawberry jelly (3–4 tbsp)

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Christmas cookie cutters
  • Child-safe bread knife

Method
 

  1. Place a slice of bread on a flat surface and gently roll it with a rolling pin until soft and flat.
  2. Spread a thin layer of strawberry jelly evenly over the bread.
  3. Use Christmas cookie cutters to cut out fun holiday shapes.
  4. Carefully remove the extra bread and enjoy your Christmas Jelly Bread.

Notes

  • This recipe is ideal for toddlers and preschoolers with close supervision.
  • Use child-safe knives for spreading and cutting.
  • You can substitute strawberry jelly with grape jelly or cream cheese if preferred.
  • Great for Christmas themes, classroom parties, or holiday weeks.