Delicious Easy Recipes to Bake with Your Toddler
Baking with your toddler can be a fun and educational experience! However, when choosing recipes, it’s essential to keep things simple and quick. Here are three criteria to look out for:
1. Few Ingredients: Keep it simple to avoid overwhelming your little helper.
2. Quick Preparation: Fast prep times keep your toddler engaged and interested.
3. Short Bake Time: Quick bakes mean faster rewards and less waiting time.
Here are four delightful recipes that tick all the boxes and are perfect for baking with your toddler:
Lucky Krispie Treats
These treats are a throwback to childhood favorites.
Yield: 12 to 16 squares
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 10-ounce bag of mini marshmallows
• 6 to 7 cups crisped rice cereal
• 2 cups Lucky Charms marshmallows
Instructions:
1. Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray.
2. In a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Stir in mini marshmallows until melted and creamy.
3. Turn off heat and fold in the rice cereal until fully mixed. Stir in 1 cup of Lucky Charms marshmallows.
4. Press mixture into the baking dish. Top with remaining Lucky Charms marshmallows.
5. Let set for about an hour, then slice into squares and serve!
Peanut Butter Blondies and Jelly Swirls
A classic flavor combo in a fun, easy-to-make blondie form.
Yield: 12 pieces
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• ½ cup peanut butter
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
• ⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
2. In a mixer, cream butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
4. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
5. Spread batter into prepared pan. Use a bag to pipe jam in swirly loops on top.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely, then cut into pieces.
Fruit Pizza
A fun and colorful dessert that combines a cookie crust with fresh fruit toppings.
Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Ingredients:
• Brown Sugar Cookie Crust:
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup packed light brown sugar (preferably homemade)
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon almond extract
• Cream Cheese Frosting:
• 1 (8-ounce) package low-fat cream cheese
• 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or Manuka honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of fine sea salt
• Toppings:
• Fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or any other fruit
• Optional: Fresh local honey for drizzling
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch or 12-inch round pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and almond extract; mix well.
4. Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Press dough into prepared pan.
5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden. Cool for 20 minutes.
6. Whisk frosting ingredients together. Spread on cooled crust.
7. Top with fruit and drizzle with honey if desired. Slice and serve.
Rocky Road Cookies
These cookies combine the delicious flavors of chocolate, marshmallows, and pecans.
Yield: About 24 cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ⅔ cup cocoa powder
• ¾ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 cup chocolate chunks
• 1¼ cups mini marshmallows
• 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a mixer, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
3. In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Add to mixer and combine.
4. Stir in chocolate chunks, marshmallows, and pecans.
5. Scoop dough onto baking sheets. Flatten slightly with fingers.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Cool on racks before serving.
Baking with your toddler is a great way to bond and teach them some basic kitchen skills. These recipes are simple, quick, and perfect for making lasting memories together. Enjoy baking with your little one!
Tag me in your posts if you try these recipes @lawbooksandlattes. I can’t wait to see your creations!
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