{"id":3665,"date":"2021-07-02T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-02T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/?p=3665"},"modified":"2026-09-11T10:19:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T08:19:39","slug":"tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/","title":{"rendered":"Baking with Kids: 10 Tips for Relaxed Baking with Your Little Ones"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e879ea;color:#e879ea\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e879ea;color:#e879ea\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#10_Tipps_fur_das_Backen_mit_Kindern\" >10 Tips for Baking with Kids<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#1_Plant_genugend_Zeit_zum_Backen_ein\" >1. Allow Plenty of Time for Baking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#2_Backt_nur_wenn_ihr_beide_Lust_darauf_habt\" >2. Only Bake When You Both Feel Like It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#3_Verabschiede_dich_vom_Perfektionismus\" >3. Let Go of Perfectionism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#4_Wahlt_einfache_Rezepte_zum_Backen_mit_Kindern\" >4. Choose Easy Recipes for Baking with Kids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#5_Bereitet_Zutaten_und_Backzubehor_vor\" >5. Prepare Ingredients and Baking Equipment in Advance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#6_Gib_deinem_Kind_altersgerechte_Aufgaben\" >6. Give Your Child Age-Appropriate Tasks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#7_Nutzt_kindgerechte_Kuchenhelfer\" >7. Use Kid-Friendly Kitchen Helpers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#8_Achtet_beim_Backen_auf_Sicherheit\" >8. Pay Attention to Safety While Baking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#9_Plant_Pausen_ein\" >9. Plan Breaks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#10_Vermeidet_unnotige_Ablenkungen\" >10. Avoid Unnecessary Distractions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#Wie_vermeide_ich_Chaos_beim_Backen_mit_Kindern\" >How Can I Avoid Chaos When Baking with Kids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#Gemeinsam_backen_soll_vor_allem_Spas_machen\" >Baking Together Should Be Fun Above All<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/#So_forderst_du_deine_Kinder_beim_Backen\" >How to encourage your children to bake<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Baking with kids is fun, helps develop lots of skills, and creates wonderful memories together \u2013 but it can also get pretty chaotic! With these simple tips for baking with kids, your time together in the kitchen can be much more relaxed and stress-free.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you enjoy baking with your children? Or do you already start sweating when you remember last year\u2019s Christmas cookie baking session? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s be real: baking with kids is\u2014just like life with kids\u2014usually loud, colorful, and sometimes chaotic. And that\u2019s perfectly fine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because baking together isn\u2019t about every single cookie looking perfect or making sure not a single grain of flour lands on the floor. What matters much more is the time you spend together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> <a aria-label=\"There are so many reasons why you should bake with your children, even if the thought makes you nervous at first\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2020\/03\/06\/backen-mit-kindern-foerdert-kinder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">There are also plenty of reasons why you should bake with your child.<\/a> While baking, children naturally get to practice lots of different skills: weighing ingredients, counting, kneading, stirring, observing and, of course, decorating creatively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the past few years, I\u2019ve tried out lots of things while baking with my Minis and discovered a few little tricks that have made our baking sessions together much more relaxed.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today I\u2019m sharing my best tips for baking with kids with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Tipps_fur_das_Backen_mit_Kindern\"><\/span>10 Tips for Baking with Kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Relaxed baking with kids isn\u2019t only about choosing the right recipe. Timing, good preparation and, above all, your own expectations also make a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why my tips begin before the first spatula even comes out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Wir backen ein leckeres &amp; gesundes Mini-M\u00f6hrenbrot f\u00fcr den Osterbrunch.\" class=\"wp-image-4087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-scaled-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Moehrenbrot-Brot-backen-Osterbrunch-Osterbrot-3-Kopie-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Plant_genugend_Zeit_zum_Backen_ein\"><\/span>1. Allow Plenty of Time for Baking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course you have time to bake \u2013 otherwise you probably wouldn\u2019t suggest it in the first place! But not all free time is equal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When baking with kids, some steps can take a little longer. Something may land next to the mixing bowl, an egg may need to be cracked very carefully, and when it comes to decorating, every single sprinkle naturally has to be placed in exactly the right spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s absolutely fine \u2013 as long as you have enough time! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have another appointment in an hour and you\u2019re already checking the clock in your head, it probably isn\u2019t the best moment for a baking session together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So plan a little extra time. This gives your Minis the chance to experiment, make a mess and work independently without you constantly having to step in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Backt_nur_wenn_ihr_beide_Lust_darauf_habt\"><\/span>2. Only Bake When You Both Feel Like It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sure, maybe YOU are really in the mood for cake and want to bake one with your child. You may even have already bought all the ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But perhaps your Mini simply doesn\u2019t feel like baking today \u2013 even if they were excited about it yesterday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So just ask your child whether they want to bake with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the answer is \u201cno,\u201d you can postpone your baking plans. Or you can simply start on your own. Your Mini may end up standing next to you sooner than you think once the first ingredients appear on the kitchen counter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Verabschiede_dich_vom_Perfektionismus\"><\/span>3. Let Go of Perfectionism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most important tips of all for me:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Take it easy!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oder auf Deutsch: <strong>Nimm es gelassen!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many parents get frustrated when baking turns messy: flour on the freshly cleaned floor, too many sprinkles in the \u201cwrong\u201d place, more ingredients ending up in the child\u2019s mouth than in the bowl, sticky hands everywhere\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of that can happen! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And all of that is allowed to happen! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because baking together should leave room for fun, experimenting, tasting, learning experiences and little mistakes \u2013 but not for perfectionism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal isn\u2019t the perfect cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is to have a lovely time together with your Mini \u2013 and, of course, something delicious to snack on at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"that makes it easy to see which side belongs on the dough.\" alt=\"Tipps f\u00fcr Eltern f\u00fcr das Pl\u00e4tzchen backen mit Kindern in der Weihnachtszeit - Zusammen backen macht Spass\" class=\"wp-image-3190\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-srcset=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Wahlt_einfache_Rezepte_zum_Backen_mit_Kindern\"><\/span>4. Choose Easy Recipes for Baking with Kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember that your Minis are only just learning how to bake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why <strong>easy baking recipes for kids<\/strong>with only a few ingredients and manageable steps are especially suitable for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Great options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Simple sponge cakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Muffins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cookies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banana Bread<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy breads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cut-out cookies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No-bake recipes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The faster your Minis can see what they have created, the more enthusiastic they usually are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For beginners, for example, our <a aria-label=\"our chocolate-nut loaf\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2020\/09\/11\/schoko-nuss-kuchen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chocolate Nut Cake<\/a>, our <a aria-label=\"or favorite vanilla bundt cake\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2020\/01\/17\/unser-liebster-vanille-gugelhupf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">favorite Vanilla Bundt Cake<\/a> or our <a aria-label=\"our chocolate chip cookies are perfect\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/05\/07\/chocolate-chip-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best Chocolate Chip Cookies are great choices.<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>And if you\u2019re looking for even more inspiration, you\u2019ll of course find lots of easy recipes for baking with kids here on my blog.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bereitet_Zutaten_und_Backzubehor_vor\"><\/span>5. Prepare Ingredients and Baking Equipment in Advance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially when <strong>baking with toddlers<\/strong> , I recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mise en place \u2013 preparation is everything!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try to have your baking equipment and ingredients ready before your Mini comes into the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With younger children, you can even weigh the ingredients in advance and place them into small bowls. Your Minis can then add them to the mixing bowl independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This saves you from frantically searching for baking powder while your two-year-old is already trying to find out exactly how much flour will fit on the kitchen floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As children get older, you can naturally involve them more and more in the preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Kinder dekorieren die schokoladigen Osternester mit Schokoeiern\" class=\"wp-image-452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-scaled-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Osternester-Muffins-Ostern-Backen-mit-Minis-27-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Die Schokoliere werden auf den Schokonestern verteilt.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Gib_deinem_Kind_altersgerechte_Aufgaben\"><\/span>6. Give Your Child Age-Appropriate Tasks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children don\u2019t just want to watch while baking \u2013 they want to do things themselves and try them out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tasks your child can take on naturally depend on their age and previous experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Young children can, for example, add ingredients to a bowl, stir batter with a spoon or add decorations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Older children can already weigh ingredients, crack eggs, roll out dough or complete individual steps almost independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try to give your Mini real responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Things don\u2019t have to look exactly the way you would have done them. Trying things independently is one of the things that makes baking together with kids so valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Nutzt_kindgerechte_Kuchenhelfer\"><\/span>7. Use Kid-Friendly Kitchen Helpers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes you simply need a little help \u2013 and not only from your small kitchen helper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One particularly useful thing is a safe way for your child to reach the kitchen counter properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When my Minis were younger, <a href=\"https:\/\/wanderlustbaby.de\/ikea-learning-tower\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">we used a learning tower<\/a>. It allowed them to stand at counter height while still being secure, which meant I had both hands free and didn\u2019t also have to hold or steady a toddler while baking. Now that they\u2019re bigger, they only need a small step stool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also improvise with kitchen utensils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Can your child not yet safely hold a heavy hand mixer? Then simply stir the batter together with a spoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Need to cut soft bananas? A blunt butter knife is often perfectly sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are usually plenty of simple tools already in your kitchen that allow children to complete individual tasks more independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Der bunte K\u00e4sekuchen ohne Boden als Paradieskuchen mit nat\u00fcrlicher Lebensmittelfarbe eingef\u00e4rbt.\" class=\"wp-image-4122\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-scaled-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Kaesekuchen-ohne-Boden-Paradieskuchen-Geburtstagskuchen-4-Kopie-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Achtet_beim_Backen_auf_Sicherheit\"><\/span>8. Pay Attention to Safety While Baking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As important as independence is when baking with kids, safety always comes first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hot ovens and baking trays, sharp knives, electrical kitchen appliances and hot liquids should \u2013 depending on the child\u2019s age \u2013 be handled by an adult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explain calmly to your child <strong>why<\/strong> certain things are dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way, your Mini gradually learns how to move around the kitchen safely and independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For younger children, you can also offer safe alternatives: a blunt knife instead of a sharp kitchen knife, a spoon instead of the mixer, or decorating the cake instead of taking it out of the oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Plant_Pausen_ein\"><\/span>9. Plan Breaks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children can\u2019t concentrate on one task indefinitely. Depending on their age, a long baking session can quickly become tiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For longer recipes, plan short breaks or divide the recipe into several stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Baking time is perfect for a little break. While the cake is in the oven, you can play or read a book together and then return to the kitchen afterwards for decorating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some recipes are also easy to split up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, you can prepare cookie dough together one day and roll it out and cut out the cookies the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way, baking with kids remains a lovely experience instead of turning into a test of patience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Vermeidet_unnotige_Ablenkungen\"><\/span>10. Avoid Unnecessary Distractions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help your child focus on baking together, try to keep the work surface as clear as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toys, coloring books and other exciting things can quickly distract younger children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why we try to keep only the ingredients and kitchen utensils we need for the particular recipe on our work surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This also creates a little more order and helps keep the kitchen chaos somewhat under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Das Beste am Backen mit Kindern ist das Dekorieren in der Weihnachtb\u00e4ckerei.\" class=\"wp-image-3267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-scaled-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Kinderleichte-Becherkueche-Backen-mit-Kindern-Motto-backen-Tannenbaum-5-Kopie-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wie_vermeide_ich_Chaos_beim_Backen_mit_Kindern\"><\/span>How Can I Avoid Chaos When Baking with Kids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You probably can\u2019t avoid all chaos when baking with children \u2013 and you don\u2019t have to!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But a few simple tricks can reduce it significantly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>prepare ingredients and equipment in advance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pre-portion ingredients for younger children<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>make enough space on the work surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>choose simple recipes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>give each child a specific task<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>keep an empty bowl nearby for used utensils<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>take short breaks in between<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if some flour still ends up on the floor?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Take it easy!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The kitchen can be cleaned afterwards. The memory of your time baking together will stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gemeinsam_backen_soll_vor_allem_Spas_machen\"><\/span>Baking Together Should Be Fun Above All<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I hope my tips for baking with kids help you and make your next baking session together a little more relaxed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If I could give you just one single piece of advice, it would probably be this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Don\u2019t expect baking with your Minis to work the same way as baking on your own.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s okay if it takes longer. It\u2019s okay if flour ends up on the floor. And it\u2019s okay if the cake looks a little crooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because baking together with kids isn\u2019t only about the final result. It\u2019s about the time you spend together, those little moments of success and, above all, lots of fun in the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My Minis &amp; I hope you have a wonderful time baking together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Yours, Lia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bloglovin.com\/blog\/20361335\/?claim=phszf373afc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Follow my blog with Bloglovin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#e879ea\">Have you baked the recipe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How exciting! We're really happy about that! We are pleased that we were able to delight you with our recipe. Feel free to share your treat with us on Instagram using the hashtag #backenmitminis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#e879ea\"><strong>BAKING NEWS \u2013 The most delicious thing right in your inbox?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sign up for our newsletter and be the first to hear about colorful recipe ideas, easy baking hacks and upcoming baking promotions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/h5wP89\" style=\"background-color:#e879ea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register now for BAKING NEWS!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"569\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-569x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Backtipps f\u00fcr das Backen mit Kindern\" class=\"wp-image-15715 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-569x1024.jpg 569w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-167x300.jpg 167w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-768x1382.jpg 768w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-853x1536.jpg 853w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-7x12.jpg 7w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog-600x1080.jpg 600w, https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Backtipps-4_blog.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 569px) 100vw, 569px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_forderst_du_deine_Kinder_beim_Backen\"><\/span>How to encourage your children to bake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Baking with children is much more than just a delicious treat that can be enjoyed together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">By baking with your child, you'll teach them many valuable things! Learn more about this in my blog post: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2020\/03\/06\/backen-mit-kindern-foerdert-kinder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to encourage your children to bake!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">To make baking a wonderful, shared experience for you and your little ones, you'll find tips for stress-free baking in the following blog posts: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2021\/07\/02\/tipps-fur-das-backen-mit-kindern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">My tips for baking with children<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2020\/06\/05\/backen-mit-kindern-welche-aufgaben\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baking tasks for children aged 2 and over<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2023\/09\/15\/sicherheit-beim-backen-mit-kindern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Safety when baking with children<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/backenmitminis.de\/en\/2023\/02\/24\/mein-backtipps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Q &amp; A about baking <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Have fun baking! Yours Lia!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mit Kindern backen macht Spa\u00df, f\u00f6rdert viele F\u00e4higkeiten und schafft wundersch\u00f6ne gemeinsame Erinnerungen \u2013 kann aber auch ganz sch\u00f6n chaotisch werden! 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