Kids in the Kitchen

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Cake Mix Cookies(with video)

Turn a box of cake mix into the easiest cookies ever by skipping the package directions and following this recipe instead.

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Whole Grain Cereal S'mores Treats(with video)

Classic cereal treat meets gooey s’mores in this kid-friendly dessert. Heart-shaped cutters make them perfect for Valentine’s Day. Just be sure to save the scraps for yourself!

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Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies(with video)

Almond meal replaces flour to give gluten-free status to these irresistible cookies. Super-sweet mashed bananas take the place of sugar.

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Jumbo Quesadilla

Make one big quesadilla to feed your whole party.

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Rainbow Spaghetti with Parmesan(with video)

The kid-friendly combo of spaghetti with butter and cheese gets a colorful upgrade in this quick weeknight dinner.

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Funny Face Breakfast

With this build-your-own breakfast, kids can let their imaginations run wild putting together a morning meal that will put a smile on their faces.

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Sugar Cookie “Fries”

Kids will be smitten with these cookies that mimic the look of french fries, complete with jam as “ketchup” for dunking.

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Lion Veggies and Dip Platter

This adorable appetizer is sure to delight both kids and adults alike. Kids can help stir together the dip and put together the “fluffy” mane.

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Cheesy Rice and Bacon–Stuffed Zucchini Boats(with video)

For picky eaters who won’t touch anything green, try using veggies as edible vessels like these hollowed-out zucchini stuffed with creamy rice and crunchy bacon.

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Carrot Cake Blondies

White whole wheat flour and applesauce help bump up the nutrients in this super moist snack cake that features an effortless cream cheese frosting.

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Mug Quiche with Bacon(with video)

Assemble these quiches ahead of time and refrigerate, covered, until you’re ready to microwave them.

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Deviled Chicks(with video)

Pulse the yolk mixture in a food processor for a super smooth filling in half the time it takes to mash with a fork.

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Sweet Snack Mix(with video)

Kids will have a blast whipping up these sweet-and-salty bites that are perfect for road trip snacking or packed into camp lunches.

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Savory Crunch Mix(with video)

Skip the popcorn and pack this zesty snack for your next trip to the movies on a hot summer day.

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Vegetarian Sheet Pan Nachos(with video)

Baking nachos on a large sheet pan means maximum melty cheese coverage of your tortilla chips. Avocado, tomatoes, and herbs lend a pop of fresh flavor.

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Traffic Light Finger Sandwiches(with video)

Ready, set, chow down! These little sandwiches are a fun twist on the usual kids’ lunch and are easy for little hands to hold.

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Vanilla Milkshakes

Get kids in the kitchen by letting them measure and add the ingredients to the blender with this better-for-you version of a malt shop classic.

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Orange and Cream Milkshakes

Your favorite ice cream truck–treat is now in the form of a drinkable shake. Swap in other fruity sherbets for a twist on the original.