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    60 Amazing Toddler Recipes To Make Together

    Published: Sep 1, 2023 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    These 60 Amazing Toddler Recipes To Make Together are easy for kids to help with and they taste delicious! These recipes are designed to be easy and foolproof so kids can experience success in the kitchen.

    These 60 Amazing Toddler Recipes To Make Together are easy for kids to help with and they taste delicious! These recipes are designed to be easy and foolproof so kids can experience success in the kitchen.
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    • ⭐Why Recipes To Make With Toddlers Are Awesome
    • 📚Resources to cook with your toddler:
    • 📋60 Amazing Toddler Recipes To Make Together
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️FAQs
    • 🍩 Related Recipes

    ⭐Why Recipes To Make With Toddlers Are Awesome

    • Even if a toddler can't make an entire recipe on their own, they can do plenty to help prepare meals and snacks.
    • Cooking with toddlers is a great way to bond, and learn simple concepts like measuring and counting.
    • You can also incorporate language skills into these toddler recipes as kids talk about what they are doing.

    Be sure to supervise children while they are helping in the kitchen.

    📚Resources to cook with your toddler:

    If you are inspired to do more cooking with toddlers and are looking for more toddler recipes, check out these cookbooks:

    The Tickle Fingers Cookbook

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    The Toddler Cookbook

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    For more easy ways to cook with kids check out the Raddish monthly subscription box.

    📋60 Amazing Toddler Recipes To Make Together

    Homemade Mini Baked Donuts
    What could be cuter than mini donuts? It is such fun for kids to make and decorate the donuts themselves.
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    Homemade Mini Baked Donuts
    Princess Toast
    This Princess Toast would be wonderful to serve at a play date, and if you are having a princess party, this would perfect for the guests to make and eat!
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    Princess Toast
    Pepperoni Pizza Crescents
    Pizza is a toddler favorite and these kid size pizza crescents are great for toddlers to make.
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    Pepperoni Pizza Crescents
    Pão de queijo Brazilian Cheese Bread
    This yummy bread is simple to make and kids love rolling the dough into balls.
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    Pão de queijo Brazilian Cheese Bread
    Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
    These fun pretzels can be personalized by kids in so many ways!
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    Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
    Best Apple Muffins Recipe
    This Apple Muffins Recipe is a great way to use apples. The muffins are tasty and filling and this the perfect recipe to make with kids.
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    Best Apple Muffins Recipe
    2 Ingredient Strawberry Soda Cake from In the Kids’ Kitchen
    To create this fluffy and tasty Strawberry Soda Cake, all you need is a box of cake mix and a can of Sprite! It's simple and tasty!
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    2 Ingredient Strawberry Soda Cake from In the Kids’ Kitchen
    Easy Muddy Buddies Recipe
    This is not only a fun snack to make with a toddler, it is just fun to say.
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    Easy Muddy Buddies Recipe
    Making Butter With Kids
    Toddlers are amazed as cream turns to butter.
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    Making Butter With Kids
    Birthday Cake Popcorn
    It's not only for birthdays! This is one of our favorite recipes for toddlers.
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    Birthday Cake Popcorn
    Fruit Filled Crescent Cups
    A yummy snack that kids can help make that uses crescent dough.
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    Fruit Filled Crescent Cups
    Cheese Cracker Recipe
    If your toddler is a big fan of those store bought cheese crackers, make them yourself.
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    Cheese Cracker Recipe
    Haystacks Snack for Kids from Views from a Step Stool
    This charming haystacks snack is a great farm-themed treat for children! Ideal for a farm-themed activity.
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    Haystacks Snack for Kids from Views from a Step Stool
    Soft Pretzels Recipe
    Kids will enjoy playing with the dough as they make these soft pretzels.
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    Soft Pretzels Recipe
    Gluten-Free Boysenberry Thumbprint Cookies from 5 Minutes for Mom
    Do you enjoy cooking with your children? Make these Gluten-Free Boysenberry Thumbprint Cookies and have fun!
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    Gluten-Free Boysenberry Thumbprint Cookies from 5 Minutes for Mom
    Baked Apples with an Oatmeal Cookie Crust from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    The Oatmeal Cookie Crust elevates this baked apple dish to new heights! The ideal recipe for children in the kitchen.
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    Baked Apples with an Oatmeal Cookie Crust from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe from 5 Minutes for Mom
    Get your kids involved in the kitchen with this No-Fail Creamy Macaroni and Cheese dish that will please everyone in the family.
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    Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Recipe from 5 Minutes for Mom
    Homemade Uncrustables Sandwiches from Devour Dinner
    Use bread, peanut butter, and jelly to make your own Uncrustables Sandwiches. All you need is a simple sandwich press to remove the crust off your sandwich.
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    Homemade Uncrustables Sandwiches from Devour Dinner
    Easy Garlic Bread Pizza
    I love recipes that my kids can help make. Are your kids always clamoring to work in the kitchen? This Easy Garlic Bread Pizza is the perfect recipe for little hands help create, with adult supervision of course.
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    Easy Garlic Bread Pizza
    No Mixer Banana Bread Recipe from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    A tasty and simple banana bread recipe that should be on your cooking list! You'll enjoy how simple it is to create this Banana Bread Recipe because no mixer is required.
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    No Mixer Banana Bread Recipe from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    Easy Blueberry Muffins
    A great way to get kids to eat fruit!
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    Easy Blueberry Muffins
    Easy Rainbow Sugar Cookies from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    If you don't have hours to spend in the kitchen, this is an ideal (and yummy) cookie recipe for kids to make.
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    Easy Rainbow Sugar Cookies from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    Baked mini cinnamon donut holes from Kidgredients
    Recipe for baked little cinnamon donut holes that will leave you wanting more! Bring the kids into the kitchen and prepare this delicious dessert!
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    Baked mini cinnamon donut holes from Kidgredients
    Gluten-Free Sweet Spinach Muffins from Living Montessori Now
    Gluten-free, refined-sugar-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and protein-rich spinach muffins! They're also tasty and sweet!
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    Gluten-Free Sweet Spinach Muffins from Living Montessori Now
    Peanut Butter and Jelly Crescents
    Great recipe to make with kids. If you love PB&J sandwiches you will flip for these!
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    Peanut Butter and Jelly Crescents
    Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie from Living Montessori Now
    This strawberry pineapple smoothie is both nutritious and delicious. It's high in protein, vegan, and sugar-free.
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    Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie from Living Montessori Now
    Apple Crescents
     From beginning to end, toddlers can make this whole recipe!
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    Apple Crescents
    Alphabet Cookie Fun from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    A fun way for kids to learn letters and bake at the same time!
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    Alphabet Cookie Fun from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
    Apple Sorbet from Kid Minds
    Do you have any extra apples? Ask your children to assist you in making a wonderful apple sorbet. The ingredients include apples, maple syrup, and lemon juice.
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    Apple Sorbet from Kid Minds
    How to Make Fresh Mint Tea from Living Montessori Now
    A fantastic Montessori practical life project for toddlers and above, this tutorial includes a video and tools for brewing fresh mint tea with children.
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    How to Make Fresh Mint Tea from Living Montessori Now
    Apple Pie Rollups from Crafty Mama in ME
    Do your children enjoy assisting you in the kitchen? Make these Adorable Apple Pie Rollups, which are both fun and easy to make. Excellent with freshly harvested apples in the fall!
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    Apple Pie Rollups from Crafty Mama in ME
    Fluffy Biscuit Recipe from Extremely Good Parenting
    From start to finish, this fluffy biscuit recipe takes only 15 minutes. They are delicious, healthy biscuits that are sure to please your family.
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    Fluffy Biscuit Recipe from Extremely Good Parenting
    Peanut Butter Oreo Owl Cupcakes from Mum in the Madhouse
    These delicious Oreo Owl Cupcakes are ideal for preparing with kids. They're incredibly lovely and so easy and fun to create.
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    Peanut Butter Oreo Owl Cupcakes from Mum in the Madhouse
    Chicken Pot Pies Recipe from Childhood 101
    Kids will love making and eating this savory recipe!
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    Chicken Pot Pies Recipe from Childhood 101
    Kit Kat Cookies from My Bored Toddler
    This Kit Kat treat recipe is an easy treat to prepare with your children. Forget the chocolate chip cookies; this one is far superior!
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    Kit Kat Cookies from My Bored Toddler
    Shark Tooth Snack from Extremely Good Parenting
    Need a perfect shark week snack that kids can help to make? Check these out!
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    Shark Tooth Snack from Extremely Good Parenting
    Apple Bread made with Apple Sauce
    This recipe is easy to make and packed with great tasting apple flavor! 
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    Apple Bread made with Apple Sauce
    Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins from Living Montessori Now
    These gluten-free pumpkin chocolate chip muffins please chocolate lovers while remaining nutritious. They're high in protein and dairy-free.
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    Gluten-Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins from Living Montessori Now
    Owl Pizza Recipe from The Educators’ Spin On It
    Make your own owl-shaped pizza with this simple pizza dough recipe. While the pizza bakes, try out these owl-themed activities with your kids.
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    Owl Pizza Recipe from The Educators’ Spin On It
    Jam Tart Recipe from Childhood 101
    This simple jam tart recipe is simple enough for children of all ages to make, allowing them to learn valuable life skills.
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    Jam Tart Recipe from Childhood 101
    Omelets in a Muffin Tin from Toddler Approved
    Kids may pick what they want in their omelets, and you can even incorporate a talk about liquids and solids while you assemble and bake them.
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    Omelets in a Muffin Tin from Toddler Approved
    Banana Bread Recipe from My Bored Toddler
    Kids can help make this healthy snack that doesn't require a mixer.
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    Banana Bread Recipe from My Bored Toddler
    Carrot Muffin Recipe for Kids
    Try these on a picky eater who won't eat vegetables. You'll feel good giving them to kids who will love them.
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    Carrot Muffin Recipe for Kids
    Easy Berry Muffins from My Bored Toddler
    A simple berry muffin recipe that involves the kids in the cooking process.
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    Easy Berry Muffins from My Bored Toddler
    Turkey and Cheese Crescent Roll Recipe
    These are perfect for lunch or a snack. Best of all, they only need three ingredients and take 15 minutes from start to finish!
    Check out this recipe
    Turkey and Cheese Crescent Roll Recipe
    Easy Fruit Salsa Recipe from True Aim
    A great way to get little ones to eat more fruit!
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    Easy Fruit Salsa Recipe from True Aim
    Monkey Rice Cake Curious George Snack
    If kids like Curious George or just monkeys, you must try this cute snack. This Monkey Rice Cake Curious George Snack is easy to make and enjoyable for children to construct.
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    Monkey Rice Cake Curious George Snack
    Mini Ice Cream Cakes from Crafty Mama in ME
    Do you enjoy ice cream cake? When you make little ice cream cakes, everyone in your family may build an ice cream cake that they will enjoy!
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    Mini Ice Cream Cakes from Crafty Mama in ME
    Simple Cheese Puff Recipe from Childhood 101
    These easy-to-make cheese puffs are perfect for snacking or lunchbox goodies. Simple enough for a child to make!
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    Simple Cheese Puff Recipe from Childhood 101
    Kid Made English Muffin Pizzas
    These Kid Made English Muffin Pizzas from Mess for Less are super easy for kids to make themselves. Such an easy kids recipe!
    Check out this recipe
    Kid Made English Muffin Pizzas
    Puppy Chow Recipe
    Have you ever had Puppy Chow before? It might sound like the name of a dog food, but it is actually a tasty snack for humans. This Puppy Chow Recipe is super simple and perfect to make with kids.
    Check out this recipe
    Puppy Chow Recipe
    Classic Zucchini Bread from True Aim
    This sweet treat is perfect for when you grow your own zucchini or when it is in season. A kid favorite!
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    Classic Zucchini Bread from True Aim
    2 Ingredient Pinwheels from My Bored Toddler
    It doesn't get much easier than 2 ingredients! This is the perfect recipe for introducing little ones to cooking.
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    2 Ingredient Pinwheels from My Bored Toddler
    Rainbow Pudding Popsicles
    Rainbow Pudding Popsicles are the ideal summer treat. They're bright, creamy, and quite simple to create. Kids like making and eating them!
    Check out this recipe
    Rainbow Pudding Popsicles
    Healthy Pumpkin Gingerbread Cake from True Aim
    You'd never tell from the taste that it's made without flour. You can serve this for breakfast due to the reduced sugar level.
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    Healthy Pumpkin Gingerbread Cake from True Aim
    Easy Bread Recipe
    Baking bread with children is a great activity to do together. Measuring, scooping, and kneading offer a wealth of sensory and fine motor experiences. After all, who can resist a place that smells like freshly baked bread?
    Check out this recipe
    Easy Bread Recipe
    Zucchini Tots
    Have you ever eaten Zucchini Tots? If you haven't already, you're in for a treat. If you've ever eaten a tater tot, you'll recognize the concept, only instead of grated potatoes, you'll find shredded zucchini.
    Check out this recipe
    Zucchini Tots
    Viking Bread Recipe from Raising Lifelong Learners
    This is great for kids to make in conjunction with a study on Norway or vikings.
    Check out this recipe
    Viking Bread Recipe from Raising Lifelong Learners
    Monster Cookie Energy Balls
    These no cook Monster Cookie Energy Balls make a great breakfast, snack or pick-me-up.
    Check out this recipe
    Monster Cookie Energy Balls
    Apple Pie Pockets Recipe from The Educators’ Spin On It
    These delightful apple pie pockets are wrapped in a pie crust and filled with luscious apples, cinnamon, and sugar. A delightful apple-based fall snack for kids.
    Check out this recipe
    Apple Pie Pockets Recipe from The Educators’ Spin On It

    If you loved these recipes, check out these Kid Friendly Meals that are Easy to Make.

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    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: If you have multiple kids, then they can practice taking turns.

    Tip 2: Anytime you are cooking, invite your toddler to help out in some small way.


    🤷🏻‍♀️FAQs

    At what age can toddlers help in the kitchen?

    Depending on their motor skills and maturity, toddlers can begin assisting in the kitchen as early as 2-3 years old. It is critical to provide age-appropriate assignments and to closely oversee them.

    What are some easy ways to start cooking with toddlers?

    You can have toddlers start helping to wash fruits and vegetables, stirring ingredients, putting toppings on pizza, and using cookie cutters with supervision.

    How can I minimize the mess when cooking with toddlers?

    Accept the mess as a necessary part of the learning process. To teach responsibility, use aprons, cover surfaces, and have your child help clean up afterward.


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    1. Angela

      March 27, 2022 at 7:39 am

      Just want to caution those cooking with kids up to 4. This post contains a popcorn recipe. This is a choking hazard. Please wait until your kids are older.

    2. Marina

      August 03, 2019 at 3:10 am

      Will share your post with my friends...as some of them have kids x

    3. Yanna

      August 02, 2019 at 4:41 pm

      This is awesome! I love cooking with my three boys! Thank you for the suggestions.

    4. Heather

      August 02, 2019 at 4:17 pm

      I love these! My girls have always loved cooking, or helping me cook, since they were babies!

    5. Acamy

      August 02, 2019 at 4:33 pm

      This sounds like so much fun!! I don't have a toddler yet, but I will definitely keep this in mind when my baby is old enough! I would love to try the garlic bread pizza and blueberry muffins!

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