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Desserts for lunch boxes, ideas for baking with kids, and more!

12 Recipes that are Perfect for Kids

At this point, school is in full swing and whether you have little ones who are back in the classroom or are still at home, I have a collection of recipes kids will love. There are options for easy grab-and-go breakfasts, treats for their lunch boxes, after-school snacks and sweets to wrap in a care package for your college student. They may even want to help make them with you!

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Baking with Kids

Looking for a project for your little ones? Baking is an excellent way to teach children about math and science, but also about what it takes to make delicious food and how a recipe comes together. My sons love to be in the kitchen—Charlie even had a baking business one summer when he was younger and Henri recently started his own cooking channel on YouTube. I could not be more proud! You can also see me bake with my (very much grown up) sons in my new show, Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network.

People often use my easy bread recipes from the Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day series to bake with kids and it really couldn't be easier. They will love watching the dough bubble up on the counter as they wait for it to rise before biting into a slice of bread they've made themselves. We even have a new book out (available for pre-order now and out just in time for the holidays!) that includes the best of all of our recipes over the years. Put it on your holiday wish list now! It's called The Best of Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day.

Cake is another perfect idea for kids, so check out my newest book Zoë Bakes Cakes for tons of easy cake ideas kids will love to make with family and friends. If you’re still looking for ways to use up this summer’s zucchini harvest, my best ever chocolate zucchini cake (pictured above) is a fan favorite!

Of course, who can resist a perfect cookie (especially children!)?! Check out my cookie guide for tips and tricks on making the best cookies, from the basics to FAQs. Plus, all the cookie recipes you could ever want!