Easy recipes for children to make

Welcome to our easy collection of recipes for children to make, perfect for any budding Delia in your family!

Whether it’s the weekend, a rainy afternoon, or the school holidays, cooking with kids is a brilliant way to spark creativity, build confidence, and most importantly, have a lot of fun (with some tasty results too!).

This set of child-friendly recipes includes everything from simple snacks, cakes and biscuits, to easy meals they can help prepare. Each recipe is designed with easy-to-follow steps, minimal supervision, and maximum enjoyment in mind. Whether they’re whipping up a batch of homemade biscuits, decorating cupcakes, or making their own pizza, these cooking ideas for kids are a great way to keep them entertained—and teach useful kitchen skills along the way.

You’ll also find that every recipe is easy for children of all ages to join in, from little ones just learning the ropes to older kids ready to take charge.

The Delia Online Cookery School: Plain Scones and Chocolate 'Surprise' Cupcakes are included in our Little Cakes video lesson so children can watch and follow as they make the recipe. Just click the image to play.