There is no such thing as a wrong outcome in baking and that’s why a baking kit is the ticket to a great activity for kids of all ages, girls and boys. Sure, misreadings can happen when following directions, pies may not have the right consistency or cakes may not look exactly like in the picture, but the result will still make a sweet treat, which is even tastier when little hands helped bake it.
DIY Baking Kit for Kids
This DIY baking kit for kids provides tools and ingredients for basic cupcakes with frosting. I wanted it simple in terms of putting it together and also looked for an easy recipe that even young kids can follow. You can get everything you need for this kit at one trip at Michael’s. I happened to already have the paint and some of the cupcake liners, but the rest (boxes of two different sizes, most of the cupcake liners, baking spatula) came from there.
I first headed to the wood crafts and supplies department to look for a box that would be spacious enough to contain all the ingredients and this ArtMinds Wood Box was perfect for the job. I also needed 3 little boxes that would fit inside the big box. Unfortunately I don’t seem to find these online but if you go to Michael’s I’m sure you’ll easily spot them. My next stop was at the baking aisle for the cupcake liners. Being as frugal as I am I only picked up the ones that were on sale or clearance. You don’t want the price of the kit to jump high to the roof especially as you won’t use all the liners in a package.
When I tried to mix and match my cupcake liners, I got such a kitschy look at first that I kicked myself for not making better choices. But then I arranged them by color instead of pattern and boy, what a difference!
Because there is some painting involved this won’t be a 1-day project. If you’re thinking of making it as a gift you need to plan ahead. Start by painting the inside of the boxes, let it dry and then go for the outside. I would suggest applying two coats of paint, this is what I did. Choose a light color for the inside, like white or yellow, and a strong vibrant color for the outside. I first painted the inside blue, just like the outside, but it made it look too dark and the liners didn’t pop the way they do now, against a white background. I went for a different color for the lid as I enjoy colorful things and I think it makes it more eye-catchy.
The tree little boxes contain the dry ingredients for the cupcake recipe: 3/4 cup sugar, 2 cups of flour mixed with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoon baking powder (the flour, salt and baking powder go all together into the “Flour Mixture” box) and 2 cups confectioners sugar for the frosting. The recipes also asks for wet ingredients, which are not included in the baking kit. They are mentioned at the top of the recipe.
Baking is a fun activity with an educational side (if you consider the counting and measuring). Sometimes (read most of the times) it can get messy but it’s in the messy kitchens that some of our great bakers were born. (read about the gift of baking).
Happy baking!
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Lexi Michelle says
August 5, 2015 at 10:37 amSuch a cute idea! thanks for sharing on the link it to me link party!
Stef says
August 7, 2015 at 9:49 amThank you!
Monica @HappyandBlessedHome.com says
August 2, 2015 at 10:13 pmAdorable! Pinning and I shared on my FB page!
Charlene says
July 9, 2015 at 8:32 pmWow! What a great idea!!! Definitely going to do this 🙂 thank for sharing!
Stef says
July 14, 2015 at 8:05 amGlad you like it!
Stef says
July 16, 2015 at 1:47 pmSo glad you like it!
My Bored Toddler says
July 7, 2015 at 5:42 amWhat a cute idea. I think kids would really love this! Thanks for sharing on #ToddlerFunFriday
Danielle says
July 6, 2015 at 12:10 amWhat a fun idea! My 10 month old already loves “helping” in the kitchen – I’ll have to remember this when she’s older! Thanks for linking up with us at the Motivational Monday party – I hope you’ll stop by again this week!
Danielle
SewMuchCrafting.com
Marv says
July 5, 2015 at 10:20 pmSo creative and very well done !!!!!
Stef says
July 14, 2015 at 8:08 amThanks, Marv!
Nikki @ Tikkido says
July 4, 2015 at 8:46 pmWhat a magnificent gift idea! Pinned, and I’m featuring this post on Wednesday for our summer fun link party roundup!
Stef says
July 14, 2015 at 8:20 amNikki, Thanks for featuring my DIY baking kit for kids! I’m happy to came across it as it gave me the chance to discover your website and I love it.
Helen Neale says
July 4, 2015 at 3:58 pmWhat a lovely little idea for a gift – easy to do, and I am sure it would be appreciated a lot. Thanks for linking up to the Parenting Pin it Party too.
Sara @ Handy Herbs says
July 3, 2015 at 6:29 amA really great idea! Think this would be an appreciated gift. I know lots of children love cooking. Thanks for sharing #ToddlerApprovedFriday
Joann says
July 2, 2015 at 9:03 amI know for a fact my daughter would simply love this! What a creative gift idea. Stopping by from Mom Blog Party!
Stef says
July 2, 2015 at 11:34 pmThanks Joann for stopping by. I’m happy to hear you like the idea!
Jenna Michelle Pink says
June 30, 2015 at 5:19 amThis is great and would make a really nice present 🙂
Kristy says
June 29, 2015 at 12:28 pmI love this!!! Such a great idea!
Melanie Redd says
June 29, 2015 at 10:31 amHey Stef,
I found you on the Monday Parenting Pin it party. I followed you on Pinterest, and then I pinned some of your photos to this link on my Pinterest wall: https://www.pinterest.com/melredd/blog-link-parties-and-blog-link-ups/
Glad to find you site. Hope you have a wonderful Monday~
Blessings,
Melanie
Stef says
July 2, 2015 at 11:42 pmThanks Melanie for stopping by. I appreciate your help in sharing the idea of the DIY baking kit. Glad you like it!
Stephanie says
June 29, 2015 at 8:36 amI LOVE this idea- my three year old loves to help out in the kitchen…especially baking. Thanks for sharing!