Easy Gingerbread Cookies to Make with Kids

Baking with children is one of the sweetest ways to build memories — especially when the recipe is simple, hands-on, and smells like the holidays. These easy gingerbread cookies are perfect for little helpers, from mixing the dough to decorating the finished treats. Tips for Stress-Free Baking With Kids: • Use silicone mats for easier […]

Crispy Angel Wings Polish Cookies 

I worked as a Nanny, Family Assistant, and Cook for a Polish family for 13 years. Every Christmas the Grandmother, Mother, and children make Chrusciki (Angel Wing Cookies). They are light and crispy. They are best served right away but can be stored at room temperature for several days on a large platter, separating the […]

Easy Cranberry Christmas Cake

You don’t have to celebrate Christmas to love this super simple cranberry cake. Allow the children  to help you make the entire recipe from collecting the ingredients, measuring the flour, and cracking the eggs. I serve it in 2 inch squares for the kids and their guests to eat with their hands, one at a […]

Poppyseed Roll

Cooking for Families My Nanny Kids’ Grandmother comes from Poland and makes this tender, soft, sweet yeast bread swirled with a creamy homemade poppy seed filling. It’s a wonderful and impressive treat for the holidays. Your Nanny Family or personal family will love this. You Will Need: ½ pound poppy seeds ¾ cup white sugar […]

Christmas Cooking With Kids

Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs Most kids love cooking and baking, and I think most nannies do too! For the past two-weeks, building up to Thanksgiving, we discussed how to help kids be grateful and thankful for all they have. One of our suggestions was to get the kids involved […]