School term break happening soon! Thankfully, it’s only a one-week break, but any parent or caregiver knows that school holidays often mean a much busier, more hectic schedule. Not only must you find ways to keep your child or children entertained, but you need to provide them with more healthy snacks and meals throughout the day.
This list of fun, kid-friendly recipes checks all the boxes! Your kids will love helping you make these recipes and will love eating them even more. Try all eight kid-friendly recipes to make this the best school break ever!
1. Super Easy and Fluffy Pancakes by Adeline
Nothing makes a child’s eyes light up like beginning the day with a mouth-watering stack of pancakes! This recipe is incredibly easy, so you don’t have to worry about spending hours in the kitchen. Your kids will feel proud of their work as they help you to whisk the ingredients before adding all of their favourite toppings. Add some bacon to make it savoury, or use chocolate spread, syrup, or honey for a sweeter stack.
2. Jade Gula Melaka Agar Agar by Jeannie Lee
Every child loves the look and taste of Jade Agar Agar. This sweet dish’s fun colour and unique texture are simply irresistible, and by adding Gula Melaka, our recipe makes this classic even more appealing! Kids can easily help you stir in the solution before watching the magic happen as it cools and sets. This is an excellent idea for an early afternoon snack for dessert after a healthy meal.
3. Sponge Dough Soft Bread by Jaslin Yoke
Sponge dough soft bread is incredibly versatile and perfect for any meal of the day or even a snack. Our base dough recipe can be enjoyed on its own, or you can shake things up by adding a topping or filling. First, let your kids help you shape the dough. This is even more fun when you allow the little ones to get creative and make unique and exciting shapes with their dough creations. Next, you can work together to decide how you’d like to fill the dough. Durian, matcha, curry, cheese, and even cranberry sauce go well with this dough.
4. Cranberry Sauce by Jaslin Yoke
Speaking of cranberry sauce, this is an excellent, kid-friendly recipe for the upcoming school break. Our healthy, homemade cranberry sauce is a fun way to dress up any meal or snack. In addition to working well with sponge dough soft bread, it’s also delightful with crepes, meat dishes, or even on its own. Your kids can help by stirring the mixture before you cook it on the stovetop. Then, if you feel comfortable, you can assist your older children with the process of learning how to use the cooktop.
5. Salmon Patties for Burger by Susan Quek
Who doesn’t love a yummy burger for lunch or dinner? These incredible salmon patties are filled with chunky salmon bites that will fill your kid’s tummies with delicious nutrition. Children really enjoy helping to shape the patties before watching them bake to perfection.
6. Chicken Shepherd Pie by Susan Quek
We love this Chicken Shepherd Pie recipe because it’s creamy, simple, hearty, flavourful, and filled with healthy protein and vegetables. It’s the perfect lunch to fuel your kids up for a fun afternoon during their school break. Children will have a blast helping to mash up the potatoes!
7. Corn Fritters by Cassandra Xu
Corn Fritters are an amazing snack or side dish for children enjoying a holiday from school. Even though the recipe features various veggies and herbs, all the kids will notice is the crispy texture and pleasant taste and aroma. Although frying up the fritters is a bit risky for smaller children, kids of all ages can help with combining the ingredients, and when supervised, they can build their cooking skills and confidence by safely cutting the ingredients into small pieces. Nylon knives or Montessori vegetable choppers can be a safe option for budding chefs (under the guidance of an adult).
8. Nestum Cookies by Jeannie Lee
Nestum cookies are always a big hit with families! These light and crispy cereal cookies offer a satisfying crunch and a pleasant buttery flavour with every bite. They make a perfect, guilt-free snack or dessert because they taste great while being fortified with essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients! Best of all, they can be made without a machine. Let your kids stir the butter and sugar until the mixture is soft and creamy. They’ll also enjoy scooping the dough onto a baking tray.
As a parent, you want to keep your child happy, healthy, and entertained while helping them to learn and grow. Rolling up your sleeves and cooking with your children on school breaks and weekends is the perfect way to do this. You will connect and bond as your kids learn new and valuable life skills. Be sure to check our site regularly for new kid-friendly recipes and updates, as we are constantly growing our list of amazing snacks and meals. Bon appetit!