We all want to be that fun mom—and what better way to kick off the school year than by letting your kiddos get messy in the kitchen baking up some back-to-school treats?
This roundup of Back to School Recipes Your Kids Will Love (and actually help you make!) is just what you need. A fun mom and sweet treats your kids will devour? That’s what I call a total Crazy Busy Mama WIN!
Let’s be honest—kids love being part of what we’re doing (especially you toddler mamas who can’t even go to the bathroom alone!). They also love getting messy doing “real” things. Ever tried to make muffins without letting your toddler dump in the flour? Impossible!
So this back-to-school season, invite them into the kitchen with you. Just look at my Ella back in the day as a Crazy Busy Kiddo—grinning ear to ear while baking with mama. Worth every mess and every sprinkle-covered counter!
Back-to-school season is the perfect time to create some sweet new traditions, especially in the kitchen. Whether your kiddos are heading into kindergarten or high school, baking together is more than just a fun activity—it’s a way to connect. And let’s be real, no one wants to send their kids off into the world not knowing how to whip up a simple banana bread or batch of cookies! Let them practice making fun things like these back to school recipes!
I’ll never forget when Kale had to film an “adult-ing” video his senior year—guess what he chose? Cooking! That boy knew his way around a skillet because we got him in the kitchen early. So yes, this roundup is full of delicious back-to-school treat ideas, but it’s really about building confidence, connection, and memories that stick longer than any cookie crumb.
So get ready for this season with these back to school recipes. Embrace the chaos. Say yes to flour on the floor and batter on their faces. Whether you’re baking with littles who still need a step stool or teens who barely look up from their phones—get them in the kitchen. Because someday we’ll be baking with our grandkids, and these moments will feel like they flew by in the blink of an eye.
And if you’re thinking, “Voluntarily bringing mess into the kitchen?! No thanks,” I get it. But trust me—those sticky fingers and chocolate chip smiles are worth every wipe-down. Plus, I’ve got a few tips to help make baking with your kids fun, a little less chaotic, and a lot more memorable.
Crazy Busy Mama Tip:
If I could give you one tip for starting back to school? Place a Walmart pickup order! You can check so many things off your list and all you have to do is add it to your cart and drive to Walmart. Don’t fight the crowds, pickup is everything for Crazy Busy Mamas.
Don’t know where to start? 🛒 I put together a collection of my favorite back to school items currently at Walmart! Everything from backpacks & school supplies, to lunchboxes and outfits!
Back to School Recipes: Easy A+ School Themed Treats
This roundup of school themed treats is full of Back to School Recipes Your Kids Will Love (and actually help you make!) is just what you need. A fun mom and sweet treats your kids will devour? That’s what I call a total Crazy Busy Mama WIN!
Quick Tips for Baking with Kids (and Loving It!)
You definitely want to remember these when baking back to school recipes this year!
1. Embrace the Mess
Flour on the floor? Batter on their faces? It’s all part of the fun. Lay down a towel and let go of perfection.
2. Prep Ahead
Measure ingredients before inviting the kiddos in—especially helpful for toddlers with very enthusiastic pouring skills.
3. Assign Simple Tasks
Little kids can stir and sprinkle. Bigger kids can crack eggs and use the mixer (with supervision). Teens? Let them take the lead!
4. Let Them Choose
Let your child pick the recipe or fun add-ins. Giving them ownership makes it way more exciting (and more likely they’ll eat it!).
5. Make Cleanup a Game
Turn on music and clean as you go. Even toddlers can help wipe counters—and it teaches good habits, too!
More easy back to school recipes
If you love this round of back to school Recipes, be sure to check out these easy dinner recipes that will make school nights a breeze!
Dump & Go Hawaiian Pork Chops: Dinner is Served!
Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole
Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes
4 Dinners in 20 Minutes: Meal Prep for the Slow Cooker
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