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There seems to be no good answer to the question of why we leave cookies and milk for Santa. Some think it is linked to paganism, others think it started in the depression to encourage children to share.

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How did Christmas cookies originate?

Christmas cookies came in Christmas is because in the modern times, cookies are simply fun. For many families, cutting and decorating Christmas cookies is a tradition, as is leaving them out for Santa Clause (either to be nice or to try and bribe a better gift for naughty children!).


How did cookie originate?

Christmas cookies came in Christmas is because in the modern times, cookies are simply fun. For many families, cutting and decorating Christmas cookies is a tradition, as is leaving them out for Santa Clause (either to be nice or to try and bribe a better gift for naughty children!).


Why is there milk and cookies on Christmas for Santa Cluas?

because it is tradition to put milk and cookies out to santa


When did the tradition of Santa Claus originate?

in 1679 santa became known


What is the tradition of leaving carrots in wooden shoes for Santa's reindeer?

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Are milk and cookies set out for Santa in France?

No, French kids don't set out milk and cookies for Santa, and they don't even know that it is done in another country. This is not a French tradition.


What is the tradition of America?

The traditions of the USA is leaving cookies for Santa Claus, a cup of coffee to keep him going and a nice sweet carrot for Rudolph, his reindeer. It is very similar to our tradition!


Dose santa like brownies and milk?

There is no definitive evidence or scientific basis to suggest that Santa Claus has a preference for brownies and milk. The tradition of leaving out milk and cookies for Santa is a cultural practice rooted in folklore and storytelling. It is ultimately up to individual interpretation and personal beliefs whether Santa enjoys brownies and milk.


What happens if dog eats your snack for Santa?

If your dog eats your snack for santa you shouldn't be worried. Santa eats MILLIONS of cookies during that one special night. He knows you left them. Next year, try leaving a drawing or a thank you letter to santa. They are less appealing to the dogs tastebuds as well as a break for Santa from eating all those cookies.


Where does the cookies and milk for santa tradition come from?

many people say different things but back in the day santa went delivering presents and he got hungery and people always decorated there homes with apples and cookies and different snacks and then on christmas morning they saw1/2 there decoration were eaten and then instead of the decorations being eaten the left him cookies and milk taste great with cookies so theyy left him milk and cookies on Christmas eve. (i dont believe in santa)


What sould you put for Santa Claus on your plate?

The tradition is to put out cookies with milk. I think any food you have in the house will be very welcome since it is a gift from the heart.


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What do you want for Christmas this year? What is your favorite Christmas tradition? How do you think Santa delivers all the presents in one night? What Christmas cookies would you like to bake this year?