3 Fun & Easy Baking Recipes To Try With The Kids

If there’s one thing we KNOW children love… it’s a delicious baked treat! What makes it even tastier is when the little ones have had a hand in making and baking said treats from scratch *baking fun is simply the best kind of fun!*

That’s why we’ve compiled 3 super FUN, super EEEEEZZZZZIIIIIEEEE baking recipes to try with the kids.

We know that when snack time comes, they’ll zoom through eating all of their veggies for that treat – and we’re pretty sure a chocolate square of something yummy will go down well with a mug of coffee, Moms and Dads *you can thank us later!*.

Now, besides the high level of fun (and tasty treats) expected, there’s more to baking with your little ones than simply filling some time during the day. A family who bakes together also has the opportunity to:

1. Bond. That’s right, enjoying some special family time in a relaxed, easy-going and FUN environment is a great way to create a calm environment in which you can chat to your kids and swop out stories.
2. Practice arithmetic, but make it fun. Getting the little ones to count, add and subtract while accurately measuring out ingredients is a great way for them to practice their math. Getting to grips with how to use a scale and hitting those correct measurements is an important lesson in the science of baking too.
3. Learn a new skill. Besides learning to make something incredibly yummy, baking teaches a whole lot of patience. One step needs to be completed before moving on to the next. And of course, waiting for those all too tasty treats to get golden brown in the oven and ready to eat, is the ultimate patience tester.
4. Make chores jolly! Oh yes, baking is great fun but somebody needs to wash up, wipe down counters and get the kitchen back in tip-top shape before that cake comes out of the oven. Get the little ones involved to teach them that doing chores can be enjoyable too – and has its rewards.

So, all that’s left to do is put on those aprons, get out the mixing bowls and whisks, and get those little hands squeaky clean. Things are about to get a whole lot of delicious with our three baking recipes to try with the kids!

1. Vegan Chocolate Party Traybake

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We’re jumping in straight away with a yummy vegan option. We were sold at Vegan Chocolate Tray Bake – and with good reason. This no-fuss, no-stress traybake will become a staple for all of those school bake sales, family get-togethers and birthday parties.

• Prep: 30 minutes
• Bake: 45 minutes
• Level: Easy
• Serves: 12-15

Pantry Staples:

• Sunflower oil
• Self-raising flour
• Cocoa powder
• Baking powder
• Bicarbonate of soda

Add-0n Ingredients:

• Soy, almond or coconut milk
• Muscovado sugar
• Soy or coconut yoghurt

We know that this traybake is going to be gobbled down – fast! We’re not surprised, who could possibly resist a slice or two (we see you, Dads) of yummy chocolate cake? For the full recipe, simply click here – and remember, licking the bowl is 100% allowed!

2. Cut-Out Xmas Cookies

We’re suckers (and we know you are too) for a cutesy Christmas cookie. Nothing quite says “the holidays are here” more than the smell of freshly baked cookies. And nothing is quite as fun as being able to ice, decorate and munch on Christmas cookies dipped into a cold glass of milk!

Be sure to have an array of Christmas cookie cutters: trees, reindeers, stars, a snowman (and woman) are essential!

• Prep: 1 hour (includes chilling time)
• Bake: 10 minutes
• Level: Easy
• Makes: 15-20 small cookies

Pantry Staples:

• Cake flour
• Baking powder
• Salt
• White sugar
• Eggs

Fridge Staples:

• Unsalted butter

Add-on Ingredients:

• Almond extract

For an easy peasy, yummy and scrummy Christmas cookie dough recipe, simply click here! Psssssssssst – we won’t tell anybody if you opt for store-bought, pre-prepped bags of icing, just don’t forget the sprinkles and snow, sorry, we mean icing sugar for *snowy winter wonderland dust*.

3. Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies

Tis’ the season for cookies and more cookies! We know that spice isn’t everybody’s cup of tea… it’s one of those Marmite situations: you either love it or you’d prefer to give it a big skip. BUT, for those who do love their cookies with a traditional Christmas mix, we think a gluten-free option is always good to have on hand.

P.S. these make for great homemade gifts for all of those foodie family members and friends!

• Prep: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Bake: 30 minutes
• Level: Easy
• Makes: 50 small cookies

Pantry Staples:

• Castor sugar
• Ground ginger
• Ground nutmeg
• Bicarbonate of soda
• Icing sugar
• Eggs

Fridge Staples:

• Butter

Add-on Ingredients:

• Treacle sugar
• Brown rice flour
• Gluten-free cornflour
• Xantham gum

Be sure to have some cookie cutters and creative decorating ideas on hand for these great gluten-free ginger bakes. For the full recipe, simply click here!

So that’s it, THREE easy and fun baking recipes to try with the kids this festive season. Once you’ve had your baking fill, remember that a trip to Wonderdal is always a good great idea! The kids can put their newly acquired baking knowledge to good use when learning about nutrition facts in our Health Kitchen.

We just have one last thing to remind you about… leave a cookie(s) out for Father Christmas (don’t forget the milk) and add carrots for Rudolph and friends too, naturally.

Happy Festive Baking x