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Meet the Judges for the 5th Annual Kids Christmas Cookie Bake Off!
Are you ready to meet the judges for the 5th Annual Kids Christmas Cookie Bake Off? We have three amazing judges and they are so excited to greet the contestants and taste their creations! Read more about each of them below and see the exemplary reasons why they were chosen as judges for this year's bake off!


5th Annual Kids Christmas Cookie Bake Off 2025
What cookies will we see at the 2025 bake off? We can't wait to find out! Get all the details for entering the contest here!


3 Easy Halloween Baking Ideas for Families
Whether you're here in Alabama or anywhere across the globe, these Halloween baking ideas for kids are perfect for fun, flavor, and just the right amount of fright.


How to Get Creative with Kids this Columbus Day
Columbus Day is all about exploration, discovery, and setting sail into new worlds—and what better way to celebrate than by exploring with your taste buds? This year, invite your kids into the kitchen for some fun, hands-on baking adventures inspired by ships, maps, and the excitement of discovery. Not only will kids learn new skills, but they’ll also use their imaginations as they create themed treats that celebrate the spirit of exploration!


How to Host a Baking Birthday Party for Kids
If you’re searching for unique and exciting kids party ideas, you’ve come to the right place! I’m excited to share some of my favorite creative baking ideas that will make any birthday party a hit.


Recipes to Make with Kids: Tuscan Chicken Casserole & Football Brownies
Today, we’re sharing our recipes for One-Bowl Tuscan Chicken Casserole and Football Brownies that we made at Take & Bake Dinner & Dessert classes recently. Whether you’re looking for a hearty dinner that the whole family will love or a festive treat for game day, these two recipes are sure to be a hit.


Meet Our Students: Growing Confident Kids Through Baking
There’s something magical that happens when kids step into the kitchen. Measuring flour, cracking eggs, or carefully decorating a cupcake might seem like simple tasks, but for children, these are moments of growth. At Itty Bitty Bakers, we’ve seen time and time again how kids in our baking classes blossom with confidence, independence, and pride.
In Alabama, families are discovering how baking is more than just a fun activity—it’s a way to help children develop life skills


The Itty Bitty Bakers Blog - Your Parent Resource for Baking with Kids
Welcome to the Itty Bitty Bakers blog! I'm Jessica Hamby, the founder of Itty Bity Bakers, and I’m excited that you’re here. This blog is designed to be your ultimate resource for inspiration, education, and FUN when it comes to baking with kids. Here you’ll find content that makes baking with your kids both fun and rewarding.


The Benefits of Cooking Classes for Kids
Discover why extracurricular activities like cooking classes are just as important as sports and music for your child's overall development.


Recipes to Make with Kids: Rainbow Sprinkle Bread
Kids unanimously deem the recipe for Rainbow Sprinkle Bread as the best of the Colors of Fun baking camp week. That's saying a lot considering colorful cookies and cupcakes are also recipes at this camp. Maybe it's because it tastes like Funfetti Loaf Cake or Birthday Cake Pound Cake - sweet, yet without a lot of over-powering frosting. But, you be the judge. Make it at home and decide for yourself why it is such a hit. Read on for the full Rainbow Sprinkle Bread recipe steps


Summer Essay Contest for Youth Helpers
We asked our Youth Helpers, volunteers between the ages of 11-17, to write a summer essay with a $50 Target gift card as the prize. Most of them are former students, and making the jump for Itty Bitty Bakers participant to leader can be challenging.


Recipes to Make with Kids: Sausage Balls
If you're from the South, you've likely had Sausage Balls at an event or party. They are SO delicious! Living here in Birmingham, Alabama, you can easily get frozen ones from Ashley Mac's Kitchen or the Tennessee Pride version in the freezer section at Wal-mart. Put them on a baking sheet, pop them in the oven, and everyone is in awe.


Recipes to Make with Kids: Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
The most fluffy, delicious cinnamon rolls EVERRR! Follow our step-by-step guide for the most fluffy cinnamon rolls you'll ever taste. They are worth the labor of love!


How to Get Started in Cake Decorating
Cake decorating is not only an art form, but it’s also a way to express creativity and make something beautiful for special occasions. Whether you are planning a birthday party, a graduation, or just want to impress your friends, mastering the art of cake decorating is so beneficial. In this blog post, we will explore various tips and techniques to help you on your journey to becoming a skilled cake decorator.


How to Make Cupcake Toppers Using Fondant
Discover how to create easy cupcake toppers with stamps and fondant. Perfect for any party theme, these easy cupcake toppers will impress!


How to Choose the Right Summer Camp for Kids
How do you pick a summer camp? Discover our guide for choosing camps for kids that will nurture their mind, body, soul, and spirit.


Summer Baking Camps 2025
Browse our list of summer baking camps and be ready to book your child's spot on February 28, 2025, at 8am.


Recipes to Make with Kids: Cupid's Cookies
The sweetness of a classic Valentine's Day Cookie recipe passed down and enjoyed time and time again.


The Surprise that was Itty Bitty Bakers: My Start-Up Story
I first had the idea for kids baking classes in the spring of 2018 when my son was three years old. At the time, I was reading books about the Montessori approach to child development which touts the benefits of teaching kids hands-on, practical life skills. Around that same time, I was looking for a summer camp for him to attend and found nothing available for three year olds in our area of Birmingham, AL. That's when I decided to do my own summer camp focused on baking with


How to Make a Charcuterie Board Like a Pro
Charcuterie boards are certainly having a moment. If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at one, here’s your sign to give it a shot.


Tools Every Kid Baker Needs: 8 Must-Have Items
Stock your kitchen with the right supplies for kids who are eager to bake. With these tools, kids will be set-up for success!
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