What We’re Loving These School Holidays
- The Home Companion
- Oct 1
- 3 min read
School holidays are here, which means more time with the kids, more snacks disappearing from the pantry… and more opportunities to cook together! Getting the kids into the kitchen is one of the easiest (and most fun) ways to keep them entertained, teach them a new skill, and enjoy delicious family meals at the same time.
This spring, we’ve pulled together some of our favourite kid-friendly recipes — a mix of quick snacks, family dinners, and treats that make the holidays feel a little more special. Most of them are hands-on, so the kids can help chop, stir, layer, or decorate. And best of all? They’re tasty enough for everyone at the table.
Start the Day Right
Better-for-You Banana Pancakes
Fluffy, golden, and topped with fresh fruit — these pancakes are the ultimate holiday breakfast. Kids will love helping to mash the bananas, stir the batter, and stack the pancakes. Add a drizzle of honey or a dollop of yoghurt, and breakfast is sorted.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Raspberry Ombré Chia Parfait
Colourful, layered, and packed with goodness, this parfait looks as fun as it tastes. Kids can help spoon in the chia pudding, swirl the raspberry purée, and decorate the tops. It’s like edible art for breakfast!
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Lunchtime Favourites
Smash Burger Tacos
Taco meets burger in this fun, family-friendly recipe. The kids can help flatten the beef patties, assemble the toppings, and build their own tacos. They’re quick, hands-on, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Neapolitan Pizza
No school holiday is complete without pizza! Roll out the dough, spread on sauce, and let everyone add their own toppings. Go classic with mozzarella and basil, or let the kids get creative. Pro tip: make mini pizzas so everyone can personalise their own.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Dinner Made Easy
Chicken Skewers & Rice
Threading chicken onto skewers is a fun activity for little hands, and serving them with rice keeps dinner simple and satisfying. Fresh, light, and perfect for warmer spring evenings.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Kid-Friendly Butter Chicken
Creamy, mild, and comforting, butter chicken is a dinner everyone will love. Kids can get involved by measuring out spices or helping stir the sauce. Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Sweet Endings & Fun Treats
Decadent Dark Chocolate Brownies
Rich, fudgy, and impossible to resist. Kids will love helping mix the batter — and licking the spoon, of course. Once baked, add sprinkles, nuts, or fruit to make them your own.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Bliss Ball Rocket Skewers
Part craft project, part snack! Roll bliss balls, thread them onto skewers with fruit, and you’ve got rocket ships ready to launch. A healthy, playful treat that doubles as an activity.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Refreshing Drinks
Watermelon Lemonade
Juicy, refreshing, and perfect for spring. Kids can help juice, stir, and taste-test until it’s just right. Serve it chilled in a jug for afternoon tea or take it along to a picnic.
Open the recipe in Cookidoo, then tap + Add → Add to My Week or Bookmark.
Make It a Holiday Meal Plan
To make cooking (and planning) even easier, we’ve pulled these recipes into a Spring School Holidays Meal Plan.
Print it out, pop it on the fridge, and let the kids help choose what’s on the menu each day.
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