Summer is a great time to get kids into the kitchen to make some snacks and desserts. Whether you need something to take to a picnic or just something to do on a rainy day, making easy no-bake goodies like Rice Krispies Treats® can show kids just how fun cooking can be.
Even young children can be kitchen helpers, so the whole family can get involved. What can your child do to help prepare a recipe?
2- to 3-year-olds can
Wash and scrub fruits and vegetables
Name and count foods
3- to 4-year-olds can
Shape foods
Mix dry ingredients together
Pour pre-measured liquids into batter
4- to 5-year-olds can
Help measure ingredients
Open packages
Pour cereal
Mash soft fruits and vegetables
Press cookie cutters into dough or soft food
Ages 6 and older
Beat recipe ingredients with a whisk
Help locate ingredients in a spice rack or pantry
Make some summer magic with these tasty no-bake recipes for choco p’nutty bars, itsy bitsy fruit pies, and ice cream sandwich treats. For even more kid-friendly recipes you can make together, visit www.Ricekrispies.com.
Note: The following recipes should be made with adult supervision.
Kid-friendly kitchen tips:
Children of all ages should have an adult assistant with them at all times when cooking.
Chefs 7 and older can measure the ingredients and help stir the melted chocolate into the cereal.
Little ones, ages 3 to 6, will enjoy pressing the mixture into the muffin cups and decorating with the fruits and whipped cream.
Make sure to have plenty of extra fruits for snacking while making these little pies.
