Kids cooking made easy

What you’ll find below:

• Discover fun, simple recipes for kids that will get them excited about cooking.

• Build confidence and creativity with simple kitchen skills like mixing, measuring and spreading.

• Turn Bakers Delight favourites into playful dishes such as Sandwich Sushi, Scroll snacks and Checkerboard Toast.

• Great for weekends, school holidays and family cooking time together.

From sandwich sushi to scrolls and skewers, getting the kids in the kitchen has never been easier (or more fun!). Whether you’re filling a rainy afternoon or teaching little ones their first cooking skills, these easy kids recipes are simple, tasty and perfect for sharing.

At Bakers Delight, we believe the best family moments are made around the kitchen bench, and a few crumbs never hurt anyone. Let’s dive into how you can turn everyday favourites into fun, kid-friendly creations that are as easy to make as they are to enjoy.

Why cooking with kids matters

Cooking with little ones is about more than what ends up on the plate. It’s a chance to spark curiosity, build confidence and help little ones take a bite of independence. Starting with simple, hands-on recipes gives them a fun way to explore new flavours, learn basic kitchen skills and enjoy the process of creating something themselves. It’s also a great way to entertain, so you never need to worry about hearing the dreaded “I’m boooored” again.

What are the benefits of learning to cook?

Cooking builds confidence, independence, and creativity. It teaches children about nutrition, coordination and patience, and gives them a sense of pride when they share something they’ve made themselves. Plus, it’s an easy way to encourage healthy eating habits that last well beyond childhood.

What are the basic cooking skills for kids?

Basic cooking skills for kids include washing produce, mixing, measuring, spreading and simple assembly tasks. After all, every little chef has to start somewhere, and the best lessons often begin with sticky fingers and a sprinkle of flour on the counter. Building kitchen confidence doesn’t mean complicated recipes: it’s all about mastering the small, repeatable actions that make cooking second nature.

Here are some simple, age-appropriate skills that help little ones feel capable and creative in the kitchen:

• Washing produce: Teach kids to rinse fruit and veggies to learn good hygiene and ingredient care.

• Mixing ingredients: Stirring batters or dressings helps them see how ingredients come together (and builds coordination).

• Measuring and pouring: Using cups and spoons introduces maths and teaches accuracy in a fun, practical way.

• Spreading and layering: Buttering toast or layering sandwiches strengthens fine motor skills and creativity.

• Assembling snacks: Simple recipes like sandwiches, toast or skewers encourage independence and imagination.

• Cracking eggs (with help): A little messy but satisfying (and a great lesson in patience and hygiene!).

• Setting the table: Teaches care, responsibility and pride in the finished meal.

Mastering these small skills helps your budding chefs feel capable and confident, and turns cooking time into quality time. So hand them the spoon, share the bench, and let the fun begin.

What kind of things can children learn to cook?

When it comes to children, cooking skills grow best when they’re learned step by step: starting simple, then building confidence (and a bit of mess) along the way. The trick is to make every task achievable, safe and a little bit fun.

Kids can start with:

• No-cook meals: sandwiches, fruit salads, wraps or yoghurt parfaits.

• Toast and topping ideas: from jam and cream cheese patterns to mini pizza toast.

• Easy bakes: scroll toppings or simple muffins with help from an adult.

• One-bowl mixes: pancake or banana bread batter they can stir and pour.

• Simple hot meals (with supervision): scrambled eggs, pasta, or mini pizzas on Bakers Delight bases.

As they grow more confident, your tiny chefs can start learning how ingredients transform from raw to cooked, wet to dry, simple to shared. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s curiosity, creativity and connection around the kitchen bench.

Easy recipes for kids to try

Ready to roll up your sleeves? These simple, hands-on kid-friendly recipes are perfect for teaching children the basics, from spreading and stacking to mixing and rolling. They’re easy to prep, packed with flavour, and a great way to make mealtimes more creative.

Sandwich Skewers Recipe

Turn everyday sandwiches into something special with these bright, bite-sized skewers. They’re perfect for lunchboxes, picnics or family platters, and let kids mix and match their favourite fillings. Using soft, fresh Bakers Delight Hi-Fibre Lo-GI White Loaf as a base, simply cube, stack and skewer. No rules, just creativity on a stick!

Mini Cheesymite Scroll Avocado Smash

After-school hunger hitting hard? This avocado smash is a winner. Take freshly baked Mini Cheesymite Scrolls, slice them up and top with smashed avocado and a squeeze of lemon. It’s creamy, tangy, and just the right mix of wholesome (Scrollsome?) and indulgent. 

Bonus: the Scrolls make portioning easy, and the recipe is almost impossible to mess up.

Super Sandwich Sushi Recipe

Who needs seaweed when you have soft white bread? Sandwich sushi takes the classic sandwich and gives it a fun, rollable twist. Using our Hi-Fibre Lo-GI White Block Loaf, fill with cream cheese, tuna and crisp veggies, then roll and slice into neat little rounds. It’s a playful way for little ones to enjoy lunch (and an easy one for parents to prep).

Checkerboard Toast

Breakfast, reimagined! Checkerboard toast turns morning meals into edible art. With Bakers Delight Hi-Fibre Lo-GI White Block Loaf as your canvas, alternate dollops of jam and cream cheese to create a colourful pattern that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. It’s a quick, creative way to get the family excited about the first meal of the day.

Make it a family activity

Cooking together is the perfect weekend ritual. Let the kids wash veggies, spread butter, or assemble toppings while you handle the oven. With Bakers Delight Pizza bases, Mini Cheesymites and our Hi-Fibre Lo-GI White Block Loaf, prep is easy and cleanup’s a breeze, leaving more time for laughs, taste tests, and family selfies.

Tips for stress-free kids cooking

• Start small with short, simple recipes to keep them engaged.

• Let children choose ingredients or toppings for a sense of ownership.

• Keep the vibe light so it’s more about fun, not perfection.

• Embrace a little mess (that’s half the magic).

• Save time with recipes that use bakery favourites for guaranteed freshness.

Cooking with kids isn’t just about the food, it’s about connection, creativity and a kitchen full of happy chaos. So grab your aprons, gather your ingredients, and make a meal that’s as memorable as it is tasty.

Ready to get started? Visit your local Bakers Delight store to pick up your favourite fresh Breads and Scrolls, and turn your kitchen into the sweetest classroom around.