Easy Pencil Treat Bags
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Looking for an easy, adorable treat to send in for the first day of school (or a classroom party)? These Pencil Treat Bags are almost too cute to eat — layered candy and snacks tucked into a piping bag so they look just like little pencils, eraser and all! They take about 15 minutes to put together and make a great no-bake treat for teachers, classmates, or your own kids.
few years ago, I was staring at a box of piping bags left over from a cake project, and it hit me: those bags are basically pencil-shaped already. A little candy, a little crunch, and suddenly I had the cutest (and easiest) back-to-school treat in my rotation. No baking, no fuss, just five minutes of layering and a ribbon
Why You’ll Love This Treat
- No baking required — just layer and tie
- Perfect for back-to-school — first day of school, teacher gifts, or classroom parties
- Kid-friendly to assemble — little ones can help layer the ingredients
- Customizable — swap colors for any occasion
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Tips for the Cutest Pencil Bags
- Squeeze out excess air before tying so the layers stay compact and pencil-shaped.
- Unwrap the Hershey Kisses and Starbursts ahead of time to make assembly faster with kids.
- Tie the ribbon just below the Starburst layer so the “eraser” peeks out clearly.
Serving Suggestions
- Backpack ready: Stand them upright in a mason jar or pencil cup by the door so kids can grab one on their way out.
- Classroom party display: Arrange several in a pencil holder or small bucket labeled “Pick a Pencil, Pick a Treat” as a party favor table.
- Teacher gift bundle: Pair one bag with a real pencil, a small note card, and a mini bottle of hand sanitizer for a simple teacher appreciation gift.
- Lunchbox surprise: Tuck one into a lunchbox on the first day (or any random Tuesday) for a fun mid-day treat.
- Gift tag idea: Attach a tag that reads “Hope your first day is sharp!” or “You’re write on track for a great year!” for a cute pun-filled touch.
- Party favor bags: Line several up in a decorative box or basket for guests to take home from a back-to-school bash.
Pencil Treat Bags
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup miniature chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows
- 6 cups goldfish crackers
- 1 15.6 oz bag Starburst candies (All Pink)
- 1 9.5 oz bag Hershey kisses
- 5 12 inch piping bags
- Ribbon or string for tying the bags
Instructions
- Start by adding a tsp or two of chocolate chips to the tip of the piping bag.
- Add 2-3 miniature marshmallows.
- Add 1-1/2 cups goldfish crackers.
- Add enough Hershey kisses to make a layer of silver.
- Add Starburst candies to add a layer of pink for the eraser.
- Tie the bags up with ribbon or string.
- Repeat for all 5 piping bags.
Notes
- Pack each layer down gently as you go so the ingredients settle tightly and the bag holds its pencil shape.
- Use wide-mouth piping bags or cut the tip slightly larger to make pouring the goldfish crackers easier without spilling.
- Tie the ribbon as close to the top of the candy as possible so no empty air pocket makes the “pencil” look floppy.
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