Fun in the Kitchen: 10 Easy Baking Recipes to Make with Kids

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Baking with kids is not only a fun way to spend quality time together but also an opportunity to teach them about cooking, measuring, and creativity. These 10 easy baking recipes are perfect for little hands and big imaginations. From sweet treats to savory snacks, there’s something here for every young baker to enjoy!

Fun in the Kitchen: 10 Easy Baking Recipes to Make with Kids

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla.
  2. Stir in chocolate chips until well mixed.
  3. Press the mixture into a lined baking pan and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Cut into bars and serve.

2. Fruit Pizza

A colorful dessert that looks like a pizza!

Ingredients:

  • 1 pre-made sugar cookie dough (or homemade)
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Assorted fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi)

Instructions:

  1. Roll out the cookie dough on a baking sheet and bake according to package instructions.
  2. Let it cool completely.
  3. Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  4. Spread the mixture over the cooled cookie base and top with fruit slices.

3. Mini Muffins

Perfect for small appetites and tiny hands.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add egg, milk, oil, and vanilla; mix until just combined.
  4. Spoon batter into muffin cups and bake for 12-15 minutes.

4. Pretzel Rods with Chocolate Coating

A salty-sweet treat that’s easy to dip and decorate.

Ingredients:

  • Pretzel rods
  • 1 cup dark or white chocolate chips
  • Sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Dip each pretzel rod halfway into the chocolate.
  3. Roll in sprinkles or nuts, if desired.
  4. Place on parchment paper and let set in the fridge.

5. Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes

Soft, sweet, and irresistible.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can biscuit dough
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut biscuits into small pieces and roll into balls.
  3. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then toss warm donut holes in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

6. Rainbow Pancakes

Colorful pancakes that kids will love to eat.

Ingredients:

  • Pancake mix (or homemade pancake batter)
  • Food coloring

Instructions:

  1. Divide pancake batter into separate bowls.
  2. Add different colors of food coloring to each bowl.
  3. Cook pancakes as usual, layering colors for a rainbow effect.

7. Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

A savory option for snack time.

Ingredients:

  • 1 loaf frozen breadstick dough
  • 2 tablespoons garlic butter (or softened butter + minced garlic)
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

  1. Thaw and shape the dough according to package instructions.
  2. Brush with garlic butter and sprinkle with cheese.
  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes.

8. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

Edible cookie dough that’s safe to eat raw.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Mix almond flour, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla.
  2. Fold in chocolate chips.
  3. Roll into bite-sized balls and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

9. PB&J Thumbprint Cookies

A playful twist on a classic sandwich.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Peanut butter and jelly (for filling)

Instructions:

  1. Cream butter and sugar, then mix in flour and vanilla.
  2. Shape dough into balls and press a thumbprint in the center.
  3. Fill with peanut butter and jelly.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

10. Marshmallow Ghost Pops

Spooky yet sweet treats for Halloween or anytime.

Ingredients:

  • Large marshmallows
  • Lollipop sticks
  • White icing
  • Black decorating gel

Instructions:

  1. Insert lollipop sticks into the bottom of marshmallows.
  2. Drizzle with white icing to create ghostly shapes.
  3. Use black gel to draw eyes and mouths.

Tips for Baking with Kids:

  • Assign Tasks : Let kids measure, stir, or decorate depending on their age and skill level.
  • Be Patient : Expect some mess—it’s part of the fun!
  • Encourage Creativity : Allow them to personalize their creations with toppings or designs.

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