When it comes to baking at Christmas time it’s near impossible to not get the kids involved. The boys love nothing more than lending a hand, especially when it involves anything Christmas-y (our ‘beautifully’ decorated Christmas tree backs me up on this…). Where some recipes are best left to grown ups after bedtime, these super-simple Crispy Christmas Puddings from Samantha at Chocolate & Wine and I’ll Be Fine are the perfect bake to get little hands making!
Top 5 Baking Books for Kids
It’s December meaning it’s officially acceptable to talk about Christmas! Of course we will have some festive themed recipes coming your way very shortly but why don’t we kick off the Christmas planning with something a little bit different – the Top 5 Baking Book for Kids!
Jammy Dodgers

If you don’t enjoy a Jammy Dodger then I’m afraid we can’t be friends. How could anyone who doesn’t enjoy a Jammy Dodger possibly be trusted? There’s something quite nostalgic about these quintessentially British biscuits that takes me right back to my childhood. What would normally be a fairly standard shortbread biscuit is instantly transformed by the presence of some jam and that lovely little love heart.
Read MoreSpring Fairy Cakes

I don’t know about you but we’re well & truly over winter! Don’t get me wrong, I much prefer the colder seasons to the heat of summer but my perfect weather can be described as, “freezing cold with the sun in the sky,” – certainly not the rain, sleet, snow & the gale force winds that we seem to be in the midst of at present. These constant grey skies have us craving the start of spring and these Spring Fairy Cakes seem to be just what the doctor ordered!
Read MoreTop Tips for Baking with Kids
Let’s not deny it; baking with kids can be stressful. We may have the image of happy faces patiently helping you decorate cupcakes but in reality it usually ends up with frustration all around & floury hand prints on your bum! But here at Baking with Granny we don’t just provide you with recipe inspiration to get you baking with your wee ones, we also have the experience & know-how to not only make it bearable but also fun. So here are our top tips for baking with kids.