Grab your apron and follow these tips and tricks for kitchen fun!
Each recipe is rated with one, two, or three rolling pins so you know the skill level needed to complete it. If you are a new chef, you can start with the easier recipes and work your way up.
Most of these recipes are “no-bake” and can be pulled together without having to use the oven.
These recipes involve baking in the oven or toaster oven, so brush up on your oven safety skills before you begin. These are good recipes to work on with a parent or older sibling.
These recipes involve cutting with sharp knives, using an electric mixer or food processor, and using the oven. They tend to take more time to prepare, too.
Start good habits from the get-go by following these basic kitchen rules. To begin with, ask an adult for permission before using the kitchen. Ask for help, too, if you have questions along the way.
To make the recipes in this book, you’ll need some basic baking tools, such as cookie sheets, dry and liquid measuring cups, mixing spoons, and pot holders. You can put together a personal baking kit with your favorite tools and cookie cutters. Just find a big cardboard box or clear plastic container and stock it with your favorite baking tools. Label or decorate your container with the stickers in the back of the book.
Look through the recipes in the book, then make a list of the ingredients you need to make a few of them. If you plan to bake often, it’s a good idea to stock up on some of the basics listed below. With the right ingredients in your cupboard, you’ll have everything you need to bake up a storm any time you get a craving for cookies!
* For gluten-free treats, substitute gluten-free “cup for cup” flour for regular flour in the recipes.
*When fruits and veggies are in season, pick some up to add to your baked goods.
