November is the perfect month to cozy up in the kitchen and create delicious treats and meals with your kids. Whether you're making sweet snacks or wholesome meals, cooking together is a great way to bond and teach kids valuable kitchen skills. Plus, the kitchen is full of opportunities for creativity—especially when the recipes are as fun and easy as these!
Here are three kid-friendly recipes that will make your November cooking a blast. And, as a bonus, we’ll also introduce some essential kitchen tools that will help make cooking together even easier!
1. Air Fryer Churros: A Sweet, Crispy Treat
There’s something magical about churros—crispy, golden on the outside and soft on the inside, these treats are a hit with both kids and adults. What makes these even better is that you can make them with an air fryer, cutting down on the oil and mess while still getting that perfect churro crunch.
Making churros with kids is a fun hands-on experience! They’ll love piping the dough into fun shapes and rolling the warm churros in cinnamon sugar. Plus, with an air fryer, you can cook these treats with minimal supervision, making it a safe option for kids to help with. Once they’re golden brown, enjoy the satisfying crunch and melt-in-your-mouth sweetness of these easy-to-make churros. Perfect for a cozy snack or a fun dessert!
2. Vegan Chicken Cutlets: A Plant-Based Twist on a Family Favorite
Looking for a healthier, plant-based option that even picky eaters will enjoy? Vegan chicken cutlets are crispy, tender, and packed with flavor—making them the perfect meal for a family dinner. With a simple mix of ingredients, this recipe lets kids get hands-on as they shape and cook their cutlets. It’s a great way to introduce plant-based meals without sacrificing taste or texture.
Kids will have a blast mixing and kneading the dough to form the cutlets, and they’ll enjoy seeing them cook up golden and crispy. Whether served with mashed potatoes, veggies, or a side of dipping sauce, this recipe is sure to be a hit at the dinner table. Plus, it's a great way to get kids excited about trying new, plant-based foods!
3. Frozen Waffle Treats: A Sweet Snack or Breakfast Delight
If you're looking for a simple yet fun recipe that kids can easily get involved in, frozen waffle treats are a fantastic choice. You can either use store-bought frozen waffles or make your own, then let the kids top them with whatever ingredients they love! Think whipped cream, fresh fruit, chocolate chips, peanut butter—whatever toppings you can dream up.
This recipe is all about letting kids be creative with their waffle "art." They’ll have a blast assembling their waffles and adding their favorite toppings. Plus, it’s a quick, easy snack or breakfast that everyone will enjoy. You can even make it into a little waffle bar, where each person can build their own treat. It’s the perfect way to encourage your kids to have fun with food!
Make Cooking Even Easier with Crownful Kitchen Tools
To make these recipes (and any others) even easier and more enjoyable, we recommend using the Crownful Air Fryer and Crownful Waffle Maker—two fantastic tools that make cooking with kids a breeze.
The Crownful Air Fryer is perfect for making crispy treats like churros with less mess and less oil. It’s easy to use, fast, and ensures your food comes out crispy every time, making it a go-to for quick snacks and meals that the whole family will love.
And for the waffle lovers in your house, the Crownful Waffle Maker is a must-have. It’s simple to use, ensures even cooking, and makes perfectly fluffy waffles every time. Kids will love being involved in making their own waffles, and with the non-stick surface, cleanup is a breeze.
Both appliances are safe, durable, and designed to make family cooking easier and more fun. Whether you’re making churros, plant-based chicken cutlets, or creative waffle treats, these tools will help make the process smoother and more enjoyable for everyone.
