Cooking equipment for children
For fun family cooking, it’s a good idea to make sure you have these pieces of equipment at home.

Common kitchen tools you’ll use when preparing our recipes
- mixing bowls
- saucepan
- frying pan
- chopping knives
- colander or sieve
- measuring jug
- chopping board
- wooden spoon
- tablespoon
- teaspoon
- oven gloves
- plates
- bowls
- glasses
- baking tray
- hand whisk
- vegetable peeler
- grater
- can opener
- kitchen foil
- baking paper
- blender or hand blender
- kitchen scales
Recipes for children to cook
With a little help from adults, you can cook all these delicious recipes yourself!
Peach, pear and parsnip upside down cake

Peach, pear and parsnip upside down cake
A pudding without any added sugar – now this really is hidden veg!
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Pineapple dip

Pineapple dip
A sweeter snack that’s a good alternative to hummus or guacamole
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Strawberry, mint and melon salad

Strawberry, mint and melon salad
This fruity sensation is perfect for hot summer days
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Broad bean dip

Broad bean dip
This tasty snack is a bit like hummus and great for school lunchboxes
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Pumpkin soup

Pumpkin soup
Don’t waste your pumpkin this Halloween! Our healthy roast pumpkin soup recipe can be as spicy as you like!
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