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Easy To Make Dessert Recipes For Kids

Who doesn’t love desserts? Whether it’s hot fudgy brownie or the evergreen gajar ka halwa, everyone is fond of sweet and tempting desserts. Before we delve into the delicious journey of some of the best and easy-to-make dessert recipes for kids, let’s understand the different types of desserts that are loved by kids. Well, the previous generation of kids were immensely fond of rich and aromatic Indian desserts such as ladoos, halwa, and even chikkis. However, today the children are more inclined towards international desserts. Some international dessert options that are a hit amongst the kids consist of cakes, pastries, muffins, cookies, and a lot more. Whether you are looking for easy desserts for beginners or healthy kid desserts, the internet is flooded with thousands of options that you can choose from.

However, to help you make an informed choice we have listed down some of the best dessert recipes that are not only simple but very delicious. Whenever you will be preparing for the dessert, try to rope in your kids to assist you in the overall dessert preparation process. Furthermore, as the kids will grow old they will willingly take part in all the cooking activities and will even enjoy it. You can ask your kids to mix the dough, or decorate the cake, cut the biscuits into different shapes, and do various other tasks.

Let’s read and understand some of the best and simple dessert recipes for kids that will turn out to be a complete blockbuster.

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1. Fruit Jumble Crumble

Fruit Jumble Crumble

Just as the name suggests, the Fruit Jumble Crumble is not only the easiest dessert recipe for kids but also very tasty. Moreover, this dessert is a perfect way to make your picky kids eat fruits healthily and nutritionally. The dessert is not only fruity but even the jumble crumbles are tasty, as they have a crisp crumble topping and can be made quickly.

a) Ingredients Needed

i) Small pears
ii) Small apple
iii) White sugar
iv) Water
v) Plum
vi) packet of plain biscuits
vii) ½ cup of plain oats
viii) 50 g butter (melted)
ix) ½ tsp cinnamon powder

b) Method

i) As a first and foremost step. You have to peel the fruit and dice it into smaller pieces.
ii) Now place them in a small saucepan with white sugar and water, cook slowly until the fruit becomes soft.
iii) Just like before, chop the plums into small pieces and mix them into the bowl of cooked fruits and keep it aside.
iv) To make the crumble layer, crush the biscuits into pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
v) Now add oats, melted butter, and cinnamon.
vi) Mix well and keep it aside.
vii) Now as a final step, carefully place the fruit mixture into small glasses until it reaches halfway.
viii) Now fill the glass with a crumble mix.
ix) Lastly, bake the entire preparation in an oven at a moderate temperature until the top layer turns golden brown.

Voila! Serve your fruity heaven with whipped cream, yogurt, or even ice cream.

2. Maltesers Cookies

Maltesers Cookies

Another popular and easy dessert recipe for kids is the Maltesers cookies. Maltesers cookies are quite big, chewy, malted, chocolate cookies and are a favorite of everyone. If your kids don’t like to drink milk you can give these cookies and you will be sorted for the day.

a) Ingredients Needed

i) 115 g butter
ii) 150 g castor sugar
iii) 110 g brown sugar
iv) 70 g cocoa
v) Vanilla extract
vi) 2 eggs
vii) 225 g plain flour
viii) Baking powder
ix) 100 g chopped Maltesers

b) Method

i) Preheat the oven at a temperature of 160 degrees celsius and carefully line the 2 trays with baking parchment paper.
ii) Now melt the butter in a small saucepan and then leave it till the butter is melted completely.
iii) As a next step, place the sugar, cocoa, and vanilla extract into a large mixing bowl and then add warm melted butter.
iv) Stir thoroughly and then add eggs and beat the entire mixture until it is completely smooth.
v) Add the flour, baking powder, and stir the mixture.
vi) Now add the Maltesers and finish off the mixture.
vii) Now make the dough balls and place them on the lined trays.
viii) Spread the mixture evenly on the tray and bake the cookies for roughly around 14 to 17 minutes.

Serve the hot cookies with a glass of warm milk and let your kids enjoy a chocolate affair.

3. Chocolate Bounty Balls

Chocolate Bounty Balls

Bounty is one of the favorite chocolates of every kid. And what can be a better dessert idea than giving your kids some delicious bounty balls? Doesn’t this sound yummy?

a) Ingredients Needed

i) Crushed coconut for the balls and garnishing.
ii) 400 g condensed milk
iii) 200 g dark chocolate
iv) Coconut oil

b) Method

i) Take a large bowl and mix condensed milk and coconut together.
ii) With the help of a teaspoon, roll the mixture into balls and place them in 2 baking trays.
iii) Place the balls into the freezer to chill until hard.
iv) In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and continue to stir until smooth and creamy.
v) Add the oil and stir the mixture again.
vi) Once the coconut balls are hard, take them out of the freezer and dip them in melted chocolate.
vii) Place the coconut balls dipped in melted chocolate and carefully place them in the baking trays.
viii) Decorate the balls with the garnishings of coconut.
ix) Place them again in the freezer.

And, your tasty and simple chocolate balls are ready to be served to your small kids.

4. Chocolate Black-Bean Brownies

Chocolate Black-Bean Brownies

If you are looking for healthy kid dessert recipes then chocolate black-bean brownies should be at the top of your list. A healthy dessert that is full of plant-based protein and fibre. This is an excellent way to add some additional veggies to your kid’s diet.

a) Ingredients Needed

i) Tin of black beans.
ii) Cacao Powder.
iii) Buckwheat Flour.
iv) Maple Syrup.
v) Baking Powder.
vi) Vanilla Extract.
vii) 3 Eggs
viii) Chia Seeds.
ix) Melted Coconut Oil.
x) Dark Chocolate Chips.

b) Method

i) Preheat the oven at a temperature of 160 degrees Celsius and line the tin with baking paper.
ii) Blend all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
iii) Pour the blended mixture into the tin tray and sprinkle some chocolate chips over it.
iv) Bake the entire mixture for approximately 40 minutes, and after 30 minutes check the tray if the mixture is soft and baked or not.
v) Let the brownies cool down and cut them into pieces.

After cutting the brownies into pieces, serve them with vanilla ice cream.

5. Walnut Brownies

Walnut Brownies

Another evergreen and classic dessert recipes that your kids will love is the walnut brownies. Give your basic brownies a twist of some crunchy walnuts. And we can assure you that it will be a delight for everyone in the family.

a) Ingredients Needed

i) ¾ cup butter.
ii) 1 ¼ cup sugar.
iii) Vanilla essence.
iv) Eggs.
v) ¾ cups of self-raising flour.
vi) ½ cup cocoa powder.
vii) 150 g walnuts.

b) Method

i) As a first step, preheat the oven to 180 degrees celsius.
ii) Now gently grease the tin with butter and line it with parchment paper.
iii) Melt the butter.
iv) Using a blender, beat the eggs and sugar together, add vanilla, flour, cocoa powder, salt which is optional, and then the melted butter.
v) With the help of a spoon, fold the walnuts and gently add the mixture into the tin.
vi) Bake the entire mixture for a duration of 20 to 30 minutes. Using a toothpick you can test if the brownies are cooked or not.
vii) Let the brownies cool down and finish it off by sprinkling some icing sugar.

Once your walnut brownies are done, decorate them with cut strawberries and serve on a plate.

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Final Words

These are the 5 easy to make dessert recipes for kids. The best part about these desserts is that your children will be able to help you out easily because of their simple and easy-to-make procedure. Moreover, with Christmas and New Year approaching it’s time to surprise your loved ones with the sweetness of scrumptious desserts without compromising on the taste and health. Don’t forget to check out the official website of PiggyRide as they offer some really good and comprehensive free workshops for kids based on different aspects such as art and craft, cooking, baking, singing, and music. These workshops are highly engaging and offer an immersive experience to the learner.
Be a secret Santa and surprise everyone with the sweetness of your love and warmth.

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WRITTEN BY:
Ridhi Dogra

Hi Friends! I am Ridhi Dogra.
I am working as a Content Writer with PiggyRide. I graduated from Delhi University with a bachelor's degree in Home Science and I did my post-graduation in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University. I am an avid reader, a passionate traveler, and a movie buff.

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