The school holidays are the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen with your kids. Cooking together is not only a great way to bond, but it also helps children develop essential life skills and a love for good food.
Here’s a roundup of fun, easy, and delicious recipes that you and your little ones can whip up together during the holidays.
Quick and easy recipes to make with the kids
Loaded fries with cheese sauce and crispy bacon
Looking for a fun and delicious recipe to make with your kids during the school holidays? Try these Loaded Fries with Cheese Sauce and Crispy Bacon!
This dish is a perfect combination of crispy fries, gooey cheese, and crunchy bacon, making it an irresistible treat for the whole family. It’s easy to prepare and lets kids get involved with simple tasks like sprinkling cheese and bacon. Whether as a snack, lunch, or side dish, these loaded fries are sure to be a hit and create delightful kitchen memories.
Loaded fries with cheese sauce and crispy bacon
Eggy Pizza Bread
Pizza for breakfast is guaranteed to make the holidays unforgettable for your little ones! Try this Eggy Pizza Bread as the next breakfast option and make the experience even more fun by having the kids help out.
Set out a variety of ingredients like tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and mushrooms. Kids can assemble their own pizzas, making this a personalized and fun meal. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and enjoy!
Slime
Although this may not be edible, it’s a fun activity to enjoy with the kids. Gather all the necessary ingredients and set out a station for the little ones to make their own slime this holiday.
With just a few ingredients, the kids can create their own colours and enjoy a fun, educational experience with this recipe!
Braaied s’more doughnuts
Add a twist to a classic campfire treat with these Braaied S’more Doughnuts! Perfect for a fun and interactive activity with kids, these doughnuts are grilled to perfection and then filled with gooey marshmallows and melted chocolate.
The combination of crispy, warm doughnuts with the sweet, sticky filling is irresistible. Easy to prepare and incredibly delicious, this recipe is sure to be a favorite for making sweet holiday memories together.
Funfetti pancakes
Brighten up your mornings with Funfetti Pancakes! This playful twist on classic pancakes is perfect for making with kids during the school holidays. The batter is filled with colorful sprinkles that create a festive look, making breakfast feel like a celebration.
Kids will love helping to mix the batter and sprinkle the funfetti. Fluffy, sweet, and cheerful, these pancakes are sure to start the day with smiles and laughter.
4-Ingredient meatball subs
Simplicity meets deliciousness with these 4-Ingredient Meatball Subs, perfect for making with kids during the school holidays.
Using just a few ingredients—meatballs, marinara sauce, sub rolls, and cheese—this recipe is easy and fun for little hands to assemble. Kids can help layer the meatballs and cheese in the rolls before baking. The result is a hearty, tasty meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner, bringing smiles to the whole family.
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