Best Cookbooks for Kids &Teens

Kids are curious and ready to learn! At a young age, they want to help in the kitchen. Harness that curiosity and get them started right away. Finding suitable recipes to begin teaching children is so easy when you have one or more of these best-selling cookbooks for kids and teenagers.

When they are young getting them on a stool pulled up to the kitchen counter will create great memories, lifelong skills, & a bunch of delicious things to eat. (ok there may be some messes but a small price to pay) There are so many benefits to cooking with your kids.

Flip through the pages of these cookbooks & you are sure to find recipes, tips, & educational information that kids & teens will love. Whether you want to learn how to roll out pizza dough, bake cookies, or stir up some pasta, these cookbooks are great for beginners of all ages.

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• Research & Rating the Amazon Cookbooks
• 1 - The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs
• 2 - Food Network Magazine The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook
• 3 - My Very First Cookbook
• 4 - Good Housekeeping Kids Cook!
• 5 - MasterChef Junior Cookbook
• 6 - The How-To Cookbook for Teens
• 7 - The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook
• 8 - The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs
• 9 - The Vegan Cookbook for Kids
• 10- Kids Cook Gluten-Free
• Buying Guide & Current Prices
• Easy Recipes Kids Can Make
• Final Notes

Research & Rating the Amazon Cookbooks

I wanted to put together a comprehensive list of the top-rated & best-reviewed cookbooks for kids that can be found on Amazon. This list is a result of research, using many of these books myself, giving them as gifts, & owning a few personally. I am confident you will love any of these recipe books & so will your kids, grandkids, friends, nieces, nephews, or whomever you buy them for.

Top 10 Kid & Teen Cookbooks - Here is what you will love about all of these cookbooks besides being perfect for kids from ages 5 to 18. The variety of choices shared below includes but is limited to the following:

• Great for beginners
• Perfect for any gender
• Find one that's age appropriate including 5, 10, & 13-year-olds
• Healthy eating & dietary needs (vegan, gluten-free, autistic, or ADHD)
• Many are available in spiral bound, paperback, hardback, digital (kindle)
• Inexpensive & budget-friendly pricing (most under $20)
• Best-selling with top customer reviews on Amazon

1 - The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs

America's Test Kitchen has done it again! Another amazing cookbook by their team. This cookbook is great for any beginning cook no matter a child or an adult. The recipes have clear step-by-step instructions & gorgeous photos. My favorite thing about this book is all the tips & tricks from knife skills, labeled photos of kitchen tools needed, how to measure, plating ideas, & conversion charts

2 - Food Network Magazine The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook

This big book by the Food Network has it all. I love that it lays flat & has easy-to-follow instructions & amazing photos. The recipes are a bit more advanced than just mac & cheese or PB&J; ideal for teens more than younger kids. I have gifted this cookbook for many young adults.

3 - My Very First Cookbook

This adorable book is great for learning to cook with a child of any age. The best first cookbook for kids in preschool & under age 8. The colorful cartoons mean your kids will likely read and flip through this book even when they aren't in the kitchen.

4 - Good Housekeeping Kids Cook!

The folks behind the longstanding Good Housekeeping magazine have a hit on their hands with this cookbook for kids. This top-rated cookbook for older kids & teens is a must-buy. Classic recipes from mac & cheese to fun new things to discover like meatball pizza or fruit crumb bars.

5 - MasterChef Junior Cookbook

This was the first cookbook I bought my kids. We loved the show and the kids are so talented. This cookbook is not just stunning but has amazing recipes that are a bit more gourmet & will take your kids to the next level in the kitchen. Adults will love these recipes too! A win for everyone in the family.

6 - The How-To Cookbook for Teens

This simple cookbook is great for tweens & teens. The recipes are easy to follow plus the book is loaded with tips, kitchen skills, & how-to ideas.

7 - The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook

These recipes are great to cook for and make with special diets and allergies. It includes gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, SCD, GAPS, & LOD diets. Ideal for those on the spectrum for autism, ADHD, or other health issues due to food intolerances. With ADHD in our family, these recipes are tasty, healthy, & helpful for a successful lifestyle.

8 - The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs

For the little baker in your home, this is the #1 top-rated cookbook. Made by the same chefs & writers from the popular tv show & magazine, America's Test Kitchen. The recipes are easy to follow & knowing that 1000s of kids tested these before publication means kids will have a lot of success. Great for holiday baking!

9 - The Vegan Cookbook for Kids

The simplicity of the ingredients needed for most of these recipes is what I love about this vegan cookbook. Any family with small kids or teens will love these plant-based recipes. It also includes tips like learning to measure accurately & discussing commonly used kitchen tools. Whether you are practicing veganism or are a meat-eater, the variety of satisfying recipes will make anyone happy.

10- Kids Cook Gluten-Free

This is more than just a cookbook for those needing to cook without gluten. There are brand recommendations, kitchen terms & tips, plus some health information. I love the variety it offers from classics like mac & cheese to adventuresome sushi bowls.

Buying Guide & Current Prices

Here are the cookbooks reviewed here today. Buy them today & find out the latest prices, and reader reviews, & preview them for yourself. All of these are fantastic & you will be glad you grabbed these parent-approved cookbooks for children.

Easy Recipes Kids Can Make

Here are some great recipes found here on the blog that my kids love to cook, make, & bake. Your kids will love these easy ones too. I have a whole section of kid favorites too.

• Easy Applesauce Muffins
• Homemade Lemonade Concentrate
• Korean Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables
• 3-Ingredient Sloppy Joes (gluten-free)
• Vegan Italian Chopped Salad
• Pineapple Banana Protein Smoothie

Final Notes

I hope you found a book or three to buy for the young chefs in your home. Buy one to learn some new tips & recipes with the kids during the school break over summer vacation. These make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, & any special occasion. While you are at it buy a few nonfiction books or biographies from the top chefs for yourself.