Whether you are topping a slice of warm of apple crisp, celebrating a birthday, or simply indulging in a sweet dessert, homemade vanilla ice cream is perfect for the occasion. A healthier alternative to store-bought ice cream, homemade vanilla ice cream is creamy, delicious, and chemical-free! This post contains affiliate links. Opinions are my own. My love […]
Simple Kitchen Trick
September 3, 2014 by
Here’s a simple kitchen trick to encourage your kids to be more independent while getting their own snacks from the refrigerator. Start with a tray of pre-cut fruit, vegetables, or cheese in small reusable containers. By having the snacks prepped ahead of time, they will be ready for easy access. Kids still can’t reach the […]
How to Make Fresh Lemonade
August 30, 2014 by
Here is a quick and easy tutorial for how to make fresh lemonade, one of my favorite simple pleasures of Summer! The kids can help measure and stir to make this simple treat while creating lasting Summer memories right in your own kitchen. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh lemon juice (squeezed from about 6 lemons) 1/2 cup […]
Ways to Learn with Kitchen Items
August 27, 2014 by
Did you know that many items from around your kitchen can be very useful learning tools? With a little creativity, it is easy to help your child learn with common household items you probably already have on-hand! Here are some of our favorite Montessori-inspired ways to learn with kitchen items: Ice Cube Trays Use for sorting, […]
Corn Chowder
July 16, 2014 by
Fresh corn is one of the essential ingredients of summer, without it, summer just wouldn’t be the same. There are tried and true recipes and ways to cook corn that have been passed down through generations; corn on the cob and corn bread immediately come to mind. We have jazzed up old ideas with new, […]
Red, White and Blue Tie-Dye Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies
June 23, 2014 by
4th of July recipes are a fun way to incorporate red, white and blue into Independence Day. Our ice cream sandwich cookies are a treat to behold. Red, White & Blue Tie-Dye Ice Cream Sandwich Cookies by Jodie Fitz Sugar cookie dough* Red food coloring Blue food coloring Vanilla bean ice cream Red & Blue Sprinkles […]
Smoothie-licious Summer Sips
June 19, 2014 by
Summer is just around the corner and it’s time to savor this short season in more ways than one. With each season, not only does the weather change, but so does the foods and varieties of recipes that we make and share with family & friends. It’s time to celebrate all of the summer flavors […]
End of the School Year Treat: Peanut-Butterscotch Rice Krispie Treats
June 6, 2014 by
Celebrate the end of the school year with a cool, sweet treat! My mom used to make these Peanut-Butterscotch Rice Krispie Treats for my siblings and I and boy, did they make the kitchen smell incredible! I just know you’ll love them too! A word of warning though: Do not prepare these Rice Krispie Treats around […]
Dragons Love Tacos Activities for Kids
May 29, 2014 by
For a fun time with the kids this Summer, make a story book come to life by re-creating a themed recipe inspired by a story book! This post is part of our Story Bites series where we feature some of our favorite story books for kids along with a kid-friendly recipe to make at home. […]
Dining in Disney World with Kids
May 19, 2014 by
Are you planning a trip to Disney World with kids? Here are some of our favorite tips for dining in Disney World with kids to help you save money, avoid the crowds, and even take advantage of the best opportunities to try new and exciting foods! With lots of healthy options to choose from, Disney World […]
NEW Kids’ Culinary Passport eBook
May 9, 2014 by
Cook and craft your way around the world with the Kid’s Culinary Passport eBook from the team at Inner Child Food! The writers from Inner Child Food have gathered some of their favorite recipes and crafts inspired from other cultures and compiled an eBook jam-packed with recipes, crafts, and fun from around the world – […]
Loaded Baked Potato Salad
May 7, 2014 by
Barbeque season is finally here! While most of us have a favorite side-dish or two that no cookout is complete without, there is always room to experiment and add a new dish to your barbeque menu. My favorites are Loaded Baked Potato Salad, Fruit Pudding, and Banana Split Kabobs with Hot Fudge. Loaded Baked Potato […]
Dinner and a Movie: Ratatouille
April 30, 2014 by
After school every Friday, my family enjoys a traditional Family Movie Night. Our feature begins promptly at 4:30, and it’s the one night of the week we let the boys eat in front of the television. It’s super special to them, and I get several hours of snuggles out of the deal, so I don’t […]
10 Healthy After School Snack Ideas
April 21, 2014 by
If you’re looking for some great after school snack ideas, we’ve compiled 10 Healthy After Snack Ideas to get you started. There are SO many delicious, yet health-conscious ways to prepare snacks for kids, no matter what their age. Kids don’t always want to eat a snack if they know its good for them, but […]
Birthday Breakfast – The Healthy German Pancake
April 11, 2014 by
My family is just like any other family on a budget. We get into a breakfast rut. Oatmeal, eggs, toast, repeat. But every year, on my children’s birthdays, they wake up to a special breakfast. A breakfast JUST for them. And it includes whipping cream. When I was little, my mom started this tradition of […]
Mother’s Day Ideas for Breakfast
April 6, 2014 by
No bake breakfast fun is always a great combination for anyone’s partner and/or the kids to pull together for Mother’s Day ideas for breakfast. Although there are a lot of great partner’s that wear the title of ‘Master Chef’ in the family, it’s also great to provide recipes that make it easy for kids of […]
5 Tips to Grow Your Own Garden
March 30, 2014 by
Planning to grow your own garden for the kitchen doesn’t take a lot of time, but it can save you a tons of hassle during the gardening season. Here are a few things I do each year to ensure that I am getting the most out of my suburban garden. The first day of spring […]
Easter Recipe for Kids: Bunny Pizza
March 23, 2014 by
Over the the holidays there is always time to be spent & memories to be made. Combining the holidays, food & family fun with books is always a winner and Easter recipes are a great tradition to begin. You can read books about decorating eggs, and then teach children how to boil eggs, have fun […]
