The Itty Bitty Bakers Blog

Looking for Christmas gift ideas? If you've got a kid who loves to cook, then you're in the right place! We’ve whipped up a list of over 50 fabulous gift ideas for kid chefs, with something for everyone - from toddlers to teens! Browse through the categories and don't forget to check out the Itty Bitty Bakers items at the end.

Baking is more than just a fun hobby with a tasty end result. Baking is good for the soul and contributes to an overall sense of well-being, purpose, and joy. Young people today, with the world of technology and social media, are finding it harder and harder to find joy in their lives. By introducing your child to baking, you're cultivating joy from within. Read on to see the link between baking and your child's journey to joy.

Discover the ultimate cookbook for kids! Cooking Class's 10th Anniversary Edition has helpful tips and the perfect recipes for young chefs!

Day by day, little by little, it's important for kids to be learning and practicing the life skills needed for adulthood. Start now!

I love seeing my kids personalities come out in the cake flavors and designs they choose. Here are a few of my favorite cake recipes.

Food neutrality is using language and behavior to promote neutral perspectives on food, rather than assigning them a (+) or (-) moral value.

For your family or to take to others, this Chocolate Sheet Cake recipe is the perfect dessert.

Coaches, babysitters, neighbors, and friends will all love these little jars of hot cocoa mix made by YOU! Add mix to these jars, along with a tag and ribbon and you're all set for an adorable gift to give.

Resist the urge to dump the Halloween candy haul in the trash! Use it in constructive ways instead. Recipes and donation options included!

Learn more about this great board book for little foodies. And tell grandma, too - it would make a great Christmas present!

Food is food. Let me say it again - food is food. Food is fuel. We need fuel to live, whatever that source may be. It’s that simple. Explain to kids that some foods are more nutrient-dense that others. Some foods are less nutrient-dense than others. Our role as adults is to help kids choose wisely. That is the key.

Part of parenting is letting kids know it's okay to make mistakes. It's okay for things to not be perfect. That's hard for a lot of us to accept. Baking is a great opportunity for imperfections to be acceptable. Flaws to be forgiven. Mistakes to be overlooked.