Baking with Kids: 5 Easy Recipes

Whipping Up Joy: The Magic of Baking with Little Hands

Baking with Kids: 5 Easy Recipes is all about capturing that special kind of magic that happens in the kitchen. It’s more than just flour and sugar; it’s the gleam of excitement in their eyes as they crack their first egg (successfully!), the proud dusting of flour on their nose, and the sheer joy of pulling a tray of their creation from the oven.

These aren’t just recipes; they’re memory-makers. They’re about sticky fingers, shared laughter, and the cozy, heartwarming feeling of enjoying something you made together. In a world of screens and schedules, these five easy recipes are your invitation to slow down, connect, and create something truly wonderful. If you love these, you’ll definitely want to check out our classic Lunchbox Chocolate Chip Cookies for another family favorite. Let’s make a mess and make some memories!

And for the bakers who are ready to level up after mastering these basics, I always point them to this fantastic Whoopie Pies recipe from Taste Charm—it’s the next fun project to tackle with your budding baker!

Baking with Kids: 5 Easy Recipes

Recipe by MayaCourse: GuidesCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

cookies

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

180

kcal

Total time

20

minutes

Some of my fondest childhood memories are of standing on a chair at the counter, “helping” my mom bake. These five recipes are designed to recreate that magic, focusing on simple steps, fun hands-on tasks, and delicious results that will make your little baker beam with pride.

Ingredients

• 1 – Cup – All-purpose flour

• 1/2 – Cup – Granulated sugar

• 1/4 – Cup – Unsalted butter – (softened)

• 1 – – Large egg

• 1 – tsp – Vanilla extract

• 1/2 – tsp – Baking powder

• 1/4 – tsp – Salt

• 1/2 – Cup – Chocolate chips – (or sprinkles for fun!)

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy. (A perfect job for little hands with a wooden spoon!)
• Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
• Gently fold in the chocolate chips or sprinkles.
• Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Embrace the Mess: Put down an old tablecloth or baking sheet to catch spills. The mess is part of the fun and easily cleaned up!
• Little Chef Tasks: Perfect jobs for kids include pouring pre-measured ingredients, cracking eggs into a separate bowl (to check for shells), stirring, and of course, adding the mix-ins.
• Get Creative: This dough is a blank canvas. Let them personalize it with M&Ms, dried fruit, or a pinch of cinnamon.
• Patience is Key: The cookies will look soft in the middle when they come out. Letting them cool on the pan is what gives them the perfect, chewy texture.