I've been trying out different kid friendly muffin recipes lately, and I really like this one from the Homemade Baby Food Recipes website. I have made these a few times with carrots, sweet potatoes, and squash purees (either on their own, or in combination). They are so good, and my husband and I love to snack on them as well.
Sweet Potato Muffins
4 oz (1 cup) rolled oats
4 oz (1 cup) whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp nutmeg
3/4 tsp cinnamon
8 oz (1 cup) mashed, cooked sweet potato
4 oz (1/2 cup) dark brown sugar
3 tbsp canola oil
2 tbsp dried cranberries
2 fl oz (1/4 cup) milk (I use water or soy milk also)
1 egg
I just mix everything together in one bowl, and spoon into a regular muffin tin, or mini muffin tin.
Sweet Potato Muffins
4 oz (1 cup) rolled oats
4 oz (1 cup) whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp nutmeg
3/4 tsp cinnamon
8 oz (1 cup) mashed, cooked sweet potato
4 oz (1/2 cup) dark brown sugar
3 tbsp canola oil
2 tbsp dried cranberries
2 fl oz (1/4 cup) milk (I use water or soy milk also)
1 egg
I just mix everything together in one bowl, and spoon into a regular muffin tin, or mini muffin tin.
A loves to help me measure, pour, and stir. There are many opportunities to practice counting and work on our motor skills.
I usually have A stand on a chair, but I'm always nervous that he's going to fall. I have looked into getting the learning tower, but it takes up a lot of space, and we have a small kitchen.
Here are some tips to remember when cooking with kids in the kitchen:
- Get out all your ingredients, bowls, and spoons out before starting. You don't want to have to turn your back while your toddler has access to the bowl of batter.
- Give your toddler an easy job that he can work on, while you do other tasks (stirring, sorting, etc.)
- Make sure your toddler is safely out of the way when opening the oven or handling sharp knives.
Happy Baking!
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From Homemade Baby Food Recipe website. All ours get eaten before I remember to take a picture! |
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