Cooking with young children is possible with these 12 ideas!

Young children love to feel useful and cooking is one way to achieve this … even if parents don’t always love it because of all that it takes for children to be in the kitchen … stains! But if you are prepared and willing to prepare the kitchen so that it is suitable for your children, it can be a lot of fun and rewarding for everyone. Additionally, children engage in cooking based on life skills and it will also help young children develop a better understanding of where food comes from and how to eat healthy.

If you want to get your young child to participate in the kitchen and make it a fun activity for everyone, then it is a good idea to keep reading so you do not miss these tips and ideas.

1. A PLACE TO COOK JUST FOR CHILDREN

A dedicated workspace for your toddler can help him stay away from unsafe surfaces, such as the ceramic hob or oven. Use a safety stool on the counter or install children’s kitchen utensils on an adapted table for your young child.

2. LET’S GET TO WORK !?

Forget about your child using kitchen tools that may be somewhat unsafe. Instead, it’s best to involve your child in hands-only activities like mixing, rolling, or flattening. You will need to make sure their hands are very clean before you start cooking .

3. SMASH AND POUND

For the kids love to crush and grind so this is a good job for them in the kitchen. They can mash the bananas to make banana bread for example. Or mash boiled potatoes to puree or mash avocados to make avocado sauce.

4. WATER!

Young children love to play with water and that makes homework fun as well as easy. Put a safety stool in the sink and allow your child to clean vegetables , fruits or vegetables.

5. EASY RECIPES

Let your child cook easy kid-friendly recipes that require few ingredients and a little mixing with your help . Bread or muffin mixes are perfect for little cooks.

6. INDIVIDUAL SERVINGS

Young children love to feel like they are getting something special for themselves, so consider making recipes that lend themselves to individual or small servings.  Invest in mini bread loaves or use small pitas for individual pizzas. 

7. COOKIE DECORATION

You can’t go wrong with decorating cookies as a special treat. To make it even easier, skip the baking with your toddler and allow her to get creative with the ready-made cookies. Use a plastic spoon or knife to spread the Glass sugar and garnish with colored sprinkles, chocolate chips, and other edible treats.

8. PLAY WITH KITCHEN BOWLS THAT WON’T BREAK

If a kitchen project is not suitable for children but they want to be by your side and help you, then you can allow them to play with bowls or spoons because it will keep them happy and they will feel that they are helping you in one way or another.

9. SHOW THEM WHERE THE FOOD COMES FROM

If your young child is interested in food and cooking, plant a small vegetable garden in your garden.  You will love watching the plants grow and picking fresh produce … And you will know how important it is to take care of nature because it provides us with food!

10. ¡PIZZA!

A young child can create their own pizza by sprinkling sauce, sprinkling cheese, and adding healthy toppings to their choice … the result may surprise your palate and that of the whole family!

11. COOK WITH THE FOODS YOU WANT THEM TO EAT

If your child is picky eaters, the ideal is to incorporate foods that you want him to consume regularly, such as fruits and vegetables, into the recipes you make with him. You may be tempted to try what you are doing.

12. THEY CLEAN TOO!

Young children should also know that they must collaborate in cleaning the house, and the kitchen is no less! Young children can sweep, store items in low cabinets, and dispose of trash or recyclables.