Cook Up Some Great Memories: 7 Books for Baking with Kids

My First Baking Book: 35 Easy and Fun Recipes, by Susan Akass and Katie Hardwicke
Every child needs their first baking book, but you’ll want one that can grow with your budding chef as they get older. In My First Baking Book, the recipes are all simple, but they are ranked by skill level, so as your child gains confidence in the kitchen (and you’re prepared for them to make a bigger mess), they can move on to even harder recipes. Everything from pizza to puff pastries and apple strudel and baked Alaska is found within these pages, so your child will love trying new challenges.

American Girl Baking: Recipes for Cookies, Cupcakes, & More, by Williams-Sonoma and American Girl
I love anything from the American Girl collection, including their books on life skills. This American Girl Baking book has over forty easy recipes that range from special occasion baked goods to everyday, in-the-kitchen favorites. There are also some classics in there, including madeleines, pinwheel icebox cookies, and snickerdoodles, which are sure to start a conversation with your own little ones about history and family memories through baking.

Pinkalicious Cupcake Cookbook, by Victoria Kann
Your child doesn’t have to be a fan of the Pinkalicious series to appreciate the Pinkalicious Cupcake Cookbook, but it definitely doesn’t hurt. This literally sweet book covers over 20 cupcakes from Pinkalicious’s world that will fit any occasion, whether it’s a holiday or somebody’s birthday. Your kiddos will love making cupcakes into snowmen or building a cupcake castle. This book is perfect for a kid who wants more than just recipes on how to make tarts and pies—the kid who has some major pizzazz, just like Pinkalicious.

The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook: From Cauldron Cakes to Knickerbocker Glory, by Dinah Buchotz
Calling all witches and wizards! Whether your kiddo is a huge Harry Potter fan or simply needs some motivation to get into the kitchen, they will love The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook. It will have both of you bonding over your love of the wizarding world and those delicious cauldron cakes. There are over 150 easy tips, recipes, and tricks, so your kiddos will never get bored picking something out of this sweet book. Just make sure Hagrid remembers to put on the tea.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cookbook, by Lara Starr
Eric Carle is a rock star in children’s literature, but his superstar status has transferred well to the cookbook section. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Cookbook will be loved by every Carle fan in your family, but it’s also got some great features, like cookie cutters in the shape of a caterpillar, butterfly, and a circle for the caterpillar to crawl through, as well as 25 easy, yummy recipes. Everything is covered, including breakfast dishes, and your little ones will love joining the world of Eric Carle as they bake up something tasty.

Baking, by Jessi Tilli and Laura Tilli
In Baking, there are over 30 recipes for your child to try and they are also ranked by difficulty so you and your kiddo can find the perfect one for your baking day. With beautiful pictures and step-by-step instructions, your child is sure to gain plenty of confidence with everything from a spatula to the oven as they make their way through these gorgeous, delicious recipes.

Baking Day at Grandma’s, by Anika Denise and Christopher Denise
You can’t round out a list of baking books without including a great piece of children’s fiction, can you? Baking Day at Grandma’s may not have any recipes, but it’s the ultimate comfort book after a long day of baking, even if you’re still covered in flour. It beautifully illustrates the wonder of baking, of making memories in the kitchen, and togetherness. Read it while you enjoy your baked goods and marvel at how much your kids enjoy spending the day baking together.