A holiday baking playdate can feel magical without becoming a kitchen marathon.
Pick one main project
Choose one bake or decorating activity rather than trying to make several recipes.
Prep before guests arrive
Measure what you can, clear the table, and put decorating supplies into small bowls.
Give every child a job
Mixing, decorating, storytelling, and cleanup can be divided so everyone participates.
Use Tomte Cake as the centerpiece
The Tomte Cake gives a playdate a built-in story, baking project, two cake houses, and a final surprise.