Baby girl 1st birthday party food ideas
35 Recipes for a Baby's First Birthday Party
Celebrate your baby's first birthday in style with these adorable party recipes! From cakes to appetizers, you can't go wrong with these crowd favorites.
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This magical unicorn cake tastes as good as it looks. Baking in smaller pans creates impressive height, and a few simple decorating tricks turn it into a showstopping dessert. —Lauren Knoelke, Des Moines, Iowa
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I'm all grown-up, but I still love to play with my food. Garbanzo beans in the guacamole add taste, texture and nutrition. The croc part is just plain fun. —Kallee Krong-Mccreery, Escondido, California
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These tasty little bites go over well with kids. They're also delicious with soups or as party appetizers. —Mrs. Marvin Buffington, Burlington, Iowa
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Rhubarb grows abundantly in our large farm garden. I'll make this punch for summertime gatherings or for special occasions with our extended family. —Ina Frey, St. Clemens, Ontario
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It's impossible to stop nibbling on warm pieces of this cheesy, oniony bread. The sliced loaf fans out for a fun presentation. It's one of the best savory appetizers I've found. —Kay Daly, Raleigh, North Carolina
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I took these slow-cooked wings to work, and they vanished before I even got a bite! The tangy sauce is lip-smacking good. —Sherry Pitzer, Troy, Missouri
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My mom used to make pinwheels every Christmas, and I still love them.
They are so colorful, and perfect for sharing in gift boxes.—Jill Heatwole, Pittsville, Maryland
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Here is a fast appetizer recipe that goes over well at my house. Each bite has gooey melted cheese and real pizza flavor. Try serving them with pizza sauce for dipping. —Debra Purcell, Safford, Arizona
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The simple ingredients and family-friendly flavor of these little sausage cups make them a go-to dinner favorite. And everyone gets their own pies—which makes them even better! —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida
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Dip fresh strawberries in melted candy-coated discs to create a rainbow of color. Or get adventurous and make a unicorn. The creative possibilities are endless. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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I was looking for ways to spice up traditional chicken nuggets and came up with this recipe.
The chips add a crunchy texture and flavor, while the meat is tender on the inside. —Kristina Segarra, Yonkers, New York
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When I'm entertaining, this colorful dish is my top menu choice. My friends can't resist the hearty appetizer topped with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and olives. —Kathy Young, Weatherford, Texas
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I created this recipe based on our family's love of chocolate-dipped ice cream cones. Red heart-shaped sprinkles make them fun for Valentine's Day. Vary the color to match the occasion. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan
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This pretty fruit punch has just the right amount of sweetness. The ice ring keeps it cool for hours without diluting the flavor. —Marci Carl, Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania
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These cute little sausage and bacon bites are finger-licking good.
They have a sweet and salty taste that's fun for breakfast or as an appetizer. —Cara Flora, Kokomo, Indiana
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We love to entertain at home and the office. Ham and cheese rolled in tortillas make a quick and easy appetizer that's easy to transport. —Susan Zugehoer, Hebron, Kentucky
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For ages, my brother's family and I have gotten together on Christmas Eve, and always eat snacks while we open our presents. This Tex-Mex spin on classic appetizer pizza is one we have again and again. —Laurie Pester, Colstrip, Montana
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We have a large family, so we go through beverages quickly at our house. This thirst-quenching tea is simple to mix together and has a sparkling citrus flavor we all enjoy.
—K. Kitell, Lenexa, Kansas
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Cream cheese is the secret ingredient in this simple pound cake recipe. It makes the cake firm for cutting—and easy to frost, too. This cake can be baked ahead and frozen, then thawed before the party and decorated, leaving you with plenty of time for other preparations. — Ethel Ledbetter, Canton, North Carolina
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These quick, versatile wontons are great for a savory snack or paired with a bowl of soothing soup on a cold day. I usually make a large batch, freeze half on a floured baking sheet, then store in an airtight container. —Brianna Shade, Beaverton, Oregon
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I love pizza, and I love macaroni and cheese. After lots of experimenting, I figured out a wonderful way to combine the two.
The pizza is a big hit among my colleagues, friends and family! —Martha Muellenberg, Vermillion, South Dakota
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I created this giant peanut butter cookie cake for my husband, adding light and low-fat products to the cookie dough. It was so fantastic that I fixed it with conventional ingredients for guests. Since it can be made ahead of time and frozen, it cuts stress for busy hostesses. And really, who doesn't love peanut butter ice cream? —Joann Belack, Bradenton, Florida
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This is a super fun way to serve lasagna for make-ahead lunches, potlucks or other fun get-togethers. My daughter took some of these to work and by noon was emailing me for the recipe. —Sally Kilkenny, Granger, Iowa
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Here's a simple recipe to create a colorful and fun breakfast—or snack! For the glaze, use any type of juice you like.
—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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It's hard to resist a crescent roll, bacon and cream cheese in one bite! Kids, friends, everyone will scarf these cream cheese pinwheels down. Now I bake a double batch whenever we have a get-together. —Krista Munson, Sharpsburg, Kentucky
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The recipe for these filled and frosted cupcakes was handed down by my mother-in-law, who taught this fledgling cook what to do in the kitchen. She's no longer with us, but baking these treats reminds me of our good times together. —Judie Heiderscheit, Holy Cross, Iowa
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My friend Mary served these lovely appetizers at a summer gathering several years ago, and I adapted it a bit to my taste. It's a great August recipe when tomatoes and herbs are at their freshest! —Susan Wilson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Want to sink your teeth into s’mores all year long? Here’s the answer! Just combine marshmallow creme, chocolate and graham crackers for an awesome bite.
—Stephanie Tewell, Elizabeth, Illinois
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I was born and raised in Australia, but moved to the U.S. when I got married. When I long for some Australian recipes, I bake up a batch of this sausage roll recipe and share them with neighbors or co-workers. —Melissa Landon, Port Charlotte, Florida
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I'm on a gluten-restricted diet. I came up with this snack mix one day when I wanted something fast and easy that tasted like lemon bars. It makes a great gift, and folks love the light and fresh citrus flavor. —Patricia Sensenich, Olanthe, Kansas
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We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish and even bacon. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
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If you're looking for a fantastic make-ahead snack, try these miniature grilled cheese sandwiches.
They're nice to have in the freezer for lunch with soup or a salad. My family loves to nibble on them anytime. —Anita Curtis, Camarillo, California
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Impress guests by making an adorable and delicious cake. It is actually easy to put together.—Bonnie Jost, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
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Everyone needs a fun, friendly way for kids to play with food. These rich bites are nutty and yummy. Just coat bananas in chocolate and dip them into peanuts, sprinkles or coconut. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
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Ravioli on a stick is a tasty appetizer everyone talks about. They’re simple and fun to make and eat. Use packaged dipping sauces, or make your own. Get my recipes on my blog, thehopelesshousewife.
com. —Erika Monroe-Williams, Scottsdale, Arizona
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Tasty Food Ideas for 1 Year Birthday Party – Instacart
What typical food is served at a 1-year birthday party?
One-year-old birthday parties are attended by adults and children, so the food here should be tasty enough for the adults, yet simple enough for kids to eat.
Unforgettable one-year-old birthday parties also usually have a spread with both sweet and savory treats.
20 Delicious food ideas for a 1-year birthday party
If you have a one-year-old birthday party coming up and you’re not sure what to serve, have a look at the following to help get you on the right track:
1. Tasty crustless sandwiches
Crustless sandwiches are ideal here, as young kids tend to waste the crusts. Buy a few loaves of bread on Instacart, some deli meats, and cheese. Make some salami, cheese, and mild mustard crustless sandwiches, and cut them into small triangles or squares.
2. Basic breadsticks
Serve breadsticks as a snack or appetizer with some kid-friendly dips like cottage cheese or Greek yogurt dip.
3. Pigs in a blanket
Pigs in a blanket are also called sausage rolls or bacon-wrapped chipolatas. You can buy some mini sausage rolls on Instacart and serve them with French fries and ketchup.
4. Hot dogs
Purchase a few dozen hotdog buns and sausages.
Once the hot dogs have been grilled, boiled, or pan-seared, drizzle with mild honey mustard sauce or ketchup. To make your honey sauce, mix mild mustard, mayonnaise, and honey.
5. Baked chicken nuggets
Bake some mini chicken nuggets, and serve with a side dish of fries or potato wedges. You may serve this with baked sweet potato fries, zucchini chips, or roasted baby carrots.
6. Hamburgers
Get a hold of some hamburger buns without the sesame seeds—kids usually prefer plain buns. Buy beef or chicken patties and sliced deli cheese, then cook the patties and place them on the buns. Garnish with sliced cheese and mayonnaise for your chicken hamburgers and bbq sauce for your beef hamburgers.
7. Chicken skewers with potato wedges
Dice some chicken breasts, and layer it on skewers with potato wedges. You can also serve these with sliced boiled egg, tiny meatballs, and cheese.
8. Themed birthday cake
Most 1st birthday menu ideas always include a themed birthday cake.
You can buy these readymade or make your own using premade dry cake mixture and frosting. Theme-type cakes could include Winnie the Pooh, an alphabet cake, a rainbow cake shaped like the number 1, or a Dr. Seuss birthday cake.
9. Birthday cupcakes
Buy a box of premade cupcake mixture, some frosting, and food coloring in the shade you want your cupcakes to be. For a girl’s birthday, use pink food coloring in your cupcake mixture and frosting and blue coloring for a boy’s birthday. Once you’ve frosted your cupcakes, place some pink or blue 1-shaped cake toppers into each cupcake.
10. Quick fried chicken
If you’re pressed for time, you can buy readymade crunchy and tasty fried chicken portions from Instacart. Serve this with French fries, buttermilk scones, mashed potatoes, or delicious fried okra.
11. Chicken enchiladas
Purchase frozen kid-friendly chicken enchiladas. You can serve these with grilled avocado, tortillas, or cabbage slaw.
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Potato cakesMake potato cakes, and stuff them with mushrooms. If you prefer, you could substitute the potatoes with sweet potatoes. You may serve this with buttered vegetables or spring onion and garnish with parsley.
13. Banana and blueberry fritters
Mash a few bananas, and add flour, some cinnamon, baking soda, and blueberries. Fry the mixture in coconut oil for a perfect 1-year birthday party snack. Drizzle the fritters with honey, or serve it with ice cream.
14. Party cookies
The sky’s the limit when it comes to cookies. Choose from pumpkin, shortbread, funfetti cake cookies, and chocolate chip cookies. Or purchase some star, heart, or 1-shaped cookie cutters, and make a batch from scratch.
15. Fun popcorn
Grab multiple zoo popcorn boxes and a few packets of readymade or premade popcorn. Once made, arrange the popcorn in the boxes and dust it with a sprinkling of frosting powder for the kids. You can also buy some premade savory popcorn for adults who prefer something less sweet.
16. Spaghetti and meatball tacos
Make a pot of spaghetti and meatballs. You can also buy premade beef meatballs and taco shells in different flavors. Place the cooked spaghetti and meatballs into the taco shells, and serve.
17. Rainbow strawberries
Buy a box of strawberries and a few packets of different color candy melts. Melt the chocolates separately, and dip each strawberry into a different color melted chocolate. Set this colorful array of fresh strawberries on a platter, and serve. This is one the kids will love to help with.
18. Pizza pasta
Buy your favorite pasta and cook, then take some cheese, oregano, tomato, cooked cubed chicken pieces, and basil and add this as your pizza pasta topping. Let the kids get in on the pizza-making fun! You may also add mushrooms to your pasta topping if you like.
19. Frozen chocolate brownie cakes and more
Buy a few delicious frozen cakes from Instacart’s range of mouthwatering flavors like key lime, strawberry crunch, chocolate brownie, cookies and cream, and confetti fudge.
20. Mini lemon meringue pies
Mini lemon meringue pies are a favorite food for a 1st birthday party with adults, as kids and adults equally love these. Make this from scratch, or buy yours on Instacart.
1 Year birthday party foods for both adults and kids
When preparing for a one-year-old’s birthday party, it is best to serve food that both adults and kids will enjoy. Whether it’s crustless sandwiches, pizza pasta, decadent frozen cakes, or spaghetti and meatball tacos, the most successful one-year birthday parties cater to a young and older crowd. Throw in some fried chicken, hamburgers, and a themed birthday cake, and you have a hit. Browse through Instacart to help narrow your search for one-year birthday party food!
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Ideas for baby's first birthday
Coming up with birthday party ideas for one year olds doesn't have to be difficult. Since most one year olds are not enough to make a big party request, you can use any birthday party ideas that are best for the whole family.
Planning Tips
When it comes to planning your child's first birthday, you must consider not only your child's personality, but also your own preferences. After all, this special birthday is the one you want to remember for yourself, your child, and your guests.
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Cute and Modern Parties
If you need a cute kids theme you can refer to the themes that are available in chain and retail stores for party supplies, such as character themes that are hot right now.
Some themes, such as those based on toys and licensed characters, are inherently easier to implement due to the abundance of materials available. The more unique and/or unusual the theme of your party, the more effort you will need to put into preparing the party.
If you are looking for a more modern and grown-up theme, think about the themes you would choose for an adult party but make it more childish. For example, you can choose a Hollywood theme for your first birthday party, but instead of letting babies walk the red carpet to get to the party, walk them around with a "decorated" stroller.
Who to invite
Who you invite to the party is up to you. If money is important, then the party will be small and intimate, ideal for family and close friends. If you would like other children of your age to attend classes, it is best to invite some or all of the children from their kindergarten.
Some parents bring cupcakes and prefer bags to celebrate with their children in the kindergarten and then have a private party for family and friends outside the kindergarten.
Location
If you're inviting a lot of young kids or have a lot of cousins coming to a one year old's birthday party, consider renting a party space for a big celebration. In a separate room with a door, one-year-olds can crawl or walk in the paddock, and you can enjoy the party without worrying about cleaning, cooking or other activities. Gyms for babies and toddlers, music classes, and even libraries can have rental spaces suitable for celebrating a one-year-old's birthday.
Even though a party in a banquet hall, restaurant or children's party takes some pressure off you, you are still involved in choosing the menu, bed linen and other details of the party. The main difference is that on the day of the party, they take care of the setup. You will still have to manage the guest list, send invitations, manage RSVP, and continue to communicate with other vendors participating in the party.
Time and budget
The planning and implementation of any party can take a long time - whether it's an anniversary or another event. If you plan to do the planning yourself, start as early as possible and gradually take care of the details. Enlist the help of family members and friends so that you can delegate some of the responsibilities. A party planning checklist can come in handy when organizing and conducting planning, no matter what your plans are.
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Memorable birthday ideas for one-year-olds
As many parents of toddlers, preschoolers and older children can attest, one-year-olds rarely understand what is going on on their big day. Instead, they enjoy playing with gift wrapping and eating cake. So it's helpful to come up with some fun ideas for the other guests to make the day extra special for everyone involved.
Decorate your cake
Set up a large buffet of oversized cupcakes in whatever flavor your child (or you) prefers.
Have several frosting options available, as well as edible decorations such as sprinkles, colored sugar, chocolates, marmalade, nuts, and coconut flakes. Let each child, with the help and supervision of their parents, create their own creation. You can showcase each of your creations and give away prizes to each child for their efforts.
Birthday wishes document
While a one-year-old child may not be able to make a wish on their big day, others may make a wish instead. Write down the guests' favorite baby memories from the first year along with a special message for him/her in the future. Alternatively, you can create an album in which everyone can write a message for the birthday boy / girl. Save this in a special place and show your child on his/her 16th, 21st or other significant birthday.
Design First Birthday T-shirts
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Instead of playing the usual birthday party games, let everyone dress up the birthday boy or girl with a new t-shirt.
Buy a bunch of plain white shirts and lay out fabric markers, sequins, and other embellishments. Take a picture of the birthday boy or the girl in the newly made shirt with the guest who took it. Use it for the cover of thank you letters.
Time Capsule
In the birthday invitation, ask each guest to bring something to celebrate the child's first birthday. It could be something that reflects the child's current personality or something that is happening in the current year. Put it all in a box and add to it every year on the child's birthday so that he / she has a box of souvenirs from childhood.
Annual Letter
Write a letter to your child. Tell him or her about all the milestones he/she has achieved in the last year. Tell him/her about your feelings. Describe your child's personality and characteristics. Place the letter in an envelope and put the number "1" on the front. You can continue with your annual letters until the child is 18 and then give a pack of letters on their 18th or 21st birthday.
Holiday Fun Ideas
While one-year-olds may not be thrilled with making souvenirs, you should plan on some fun fun ideas to keep them busy.
Play area
Place a play mat or section on the free play area. Kids at this age won't stick to a structured schedule, so they'll need some time to rest. Place the toys in an age-appropriate place. You can even place chairs around the playground so parents can sit and watch the game.
You can also rent play items, such as a ball pit that is not too deep for one-year-olds to play in. Foam pits are another great option to make it easier for kids to move around in them.
Story Time
Ask someone who is animated and a good reader to read a story to the children. Gather the children in the playground (after cleaning) so they can listen to the story and see the pictures. Choose storyboard books and stories that are easy for children to follow. In other words, choose age-appropriate books.
Caravan rides
Decorate your child's wagon with holiday banners and decorations.
You can even add a banner or sign with your child's name. Give the birthday boy or girl the first trip. Ride with the rest of the kids throughout the party. Make your way through the indoor party area or go outside if the weather is fine.
Sing-A-Long
Pull out a CD with children's songs on it or start a round of songs. AT ABC , Old McDonald Had a Farm , Twinkle Twinkle Little Star , and Bitsy Spider are all good options for this age group. You can even provide the children with singing tools such as tambourines and small plastic maracas.
Food
You can serve foods meant for children and then serve a separate set of foods that are better for adults.
Children
One-year-olds tend to eat with their hands and fingers, so serve plenty of kid-friendly food. Before compiling the menu, make sure that none of the guests have allergies.
- Small peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, grilled cheese sandwiches cut into small pieces, and fruit are some of the things you can add to your menu.
- Graham crackers and Cheerios are another great option for this age group.
- Even yogurt cups with baby spoons or soft baby yogurt bags are great food options for young party goers.
Muffins or cakes are also a must. The first birthday cake or cupcakes may be shaped or have symbols on top that represent the theme of the party. Don't forget to serve with a scoop of ice cream or frozen yogurt. Make child-sized utensils available for children who are learning to use and already using forks and spoons.
Adults
Adults can also eat sandwiches, fruit, cakes and muffins. You can serve food in addition to appetizers.
- Pasta and pizza can be toppings that are also inexpensive and ideal if you have teenagers.
- For outdoor events, you can choose barbecue foods such as burgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken and side dishes such as potato salad, baked beans and lettuce.
- For a more sophisticated lunch from home, you can serve chicken, fish or beef dishes with side dishes such as green salads and casserole sweet potatoes.
Alone on the Road
Whatever birthday party ideas you have for your one year old, remember the basics. Pick up 1st birthday invitations, 1st birthday decorations and holiday favors to complete your celebration. These items can really bring the theme and action together.
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Behind the first year - the most important, the most eventful in the life of the crumbs and his parents! And although there are still many sleepless nights ahead, knocked down knees, snotty noses, all the same, most often moms, dads, grandparents will remember this first difficult and happy year.
For many mothers, the question of what to cook for the first birthday of their child is of great interest. The festive menu will largely depend on the composition of the guests - how many adults and children will be.
If you are planning to invite several of your friends with babies of about the same age, it is better to organize a separate area for children. It should be understood that it is unlikely that they will all sit quietly at the table - rather, they will like to crawl somewhere, play, gnaw something. Therefore, it makes sense for them to prepare a separate table covered with festive delicacies and small dishes.
Table of Contents
- How to prepare a menu for a baby's first birthday?
- What to cook for a year?
- Tips for organizing a festive table
- Cake for a one-year-old baby
- Delicious cake recipes
How to make a menu for the baby's first birthday?
For kids under three years old, it is not worth overloading the menu with an abundance of products. Children of this age do not tolerate the abundance of food and various combinations of foods. This can cause them an attack of tummy pain, increase gas and colic, and cause indigestion.
For kids, the holiday itself will become more important than what dishes are on the festive table. Most likely, in many years he will not even remember how the celebration went. Just try to give your baby more joyful emotions on this day.
Call close relatives or friends with babies around the same age. This will greatly simplify the preparation of the menu for children.
Include in the menu:
- a couple of snacks;
- hot dish;
- dessert.
Even a simple carrot salad can be served as an appetizer, but it is better to supplement it with chopped dried apricots and season with sour cream. For older kids, crackers with chicken or fish pate, garnished with slices of thinly sliced cucumber, are perfect.
Babies aged 2-3 love to eat canapes, sandwiches. Choose fresh and soft breads. It is better to give preference to white wheat bread, as it is easier to digest. Top the canapes with boiled chicken pieces and fresh vegetables.
Put on skewers all the ingredients for canapes one by one, put the food on a beautiful plate. Kids will love the original design of the dish.
For hot dishes at this age, it is better to use familiar products, but with an unusual method of preparation. Instead of soup with turkey and boiled rice, prepare baked minced turkey rolls stuffed with vegetables, serve boiled rice as a side dish. Such new combinations of familiar products will not harm the child's body after a feast.
For desserts, opt for light milk-based soufflés or puddings. They are easy to prepare at home too. To do this, boil milk, add sugar and pre-swollen gelatin. Pour into molds and refrigerate until completely cool. These milk puddings can be garnished with chopped fruit or strawberries. Insert a candle into the dessert for the birthday man and light it. This is sure to please the baby.
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What to cook for a year?
When preparing a holiday treat, you will have to combine adult dishes and the children's menu of a one-year-old baby and his friends.
There can be many options for such a table:
- a beautifully set tea table with a cake or mini-cakes;
- small buffet (sandwiches, meat rolls).
Two cakes can be prepared: one adult for guests, the other for a child according to a special children's recipe, for example, from porridge with yogurt filling.
When organizing a menu for a children's party, choose an appetizer, main course and dessert. If your child loves fruits and berries, prepare a fruit bowl with chopped fruits.
As a snack for a one year old child, crackers with cottage cheese and chicken filling are perfect. To do this, grind the boiled chicken fillet to the state of minced meat, mix it with cottage cheese rubbed through a sieve. Spread the paste on regular crackers. Garnish with small cracker crumbs.
For main course you can cook roasted turkey meatballs with complex garnish. To do this, prepare meat balls from minced turkey and bake in a heat-resistant form in the oven with a creamy sauce.
As a side dish, prepare mashed cauliflower and potatoes. To make mashed potatoes of a beautiful color, you can add boiled egg yolks to it and grind it.
For dessert you can make milk-rice pudding with raisins. For babies 2-3 years old, if desired, you can add a little vanilla or cinnamon, as well as citrus zest.
As a drink , babies can be offered any berry juice or compote (better prepared at home). Purchased carbonated drinks should be discarded, they contain too much sugar and dyes. A wonderful choice would be blackcurrant or strawberry juice.
Tips for organizing a festive table
Organizing a children's holiday table for babies causes a lot of trouble and questions for mothers.
To make it easier to prepare for an important family celebration, use the following tips:
- Try to plan and prepare the menu for the children's party in advance. Consider in which supermarkets and stores you will buy food for the holiday table.
Write down the meals and necessary products in the diary. So you can not only create a menu, but also calculate in advance the approximate costs of organizing a holiday. - Buy only the freshest products. Never buy food months in advance! Check the expiration dates, especially carefully monitor the shelf life of fermented milk products.
- Cook at home. For children under the age of three, try not to buy ready-made salads and hot dishes. So you protect your kids from possible food poisoning after the holiday.
- Don't include new foods and ingredients on your holiday menu. If your baby has never tried fish or seafood before the holiday, you should not include them in the menu. The result may be a trip to the hospital with a severe allergic reaction, rather than blowing out candles on a birthday cake. Use only those products that your baby has been familiar with for a long time.
- For babies in their first year of life, try to prepare familiar meals on their birthday.
You can cook a daily dish, but in a new version. This will avoid the appearance of indigestion or colic in the baby after the holiday. - It is better to plan the celebration for lunch time. Focus on normal times. For one-year-olds, be sure to consider the regimen. If your little one usually sleeps in the afternoon, he will almost certainly want to rest on his birthday too.
- Do not overload the menu with an abundance of dishes. It is better to prepare a good table for relatives, relatives and friends who will come to congratulate the baby on his birthday. For crumbs, a couple of types of snacks, hot and light dessert are more suitable. You can supplement the menu with fruits.
- Observe portion sizes. Do not offer a birthday person a double serving in honor of his birthday. This will only harm the baby and can cause abdominal pain, impaired stool. Stick to your normal diet even on your birthday. For kids under the age of three, this is very important.
Cake for a one-year-old baby
A birthday treat should include those products that he has already “mastered”, just the dish needs to be festively decorated.
Put 1 candle on the cake (note that the baby will blow it out with your help).
The cake can be baked in the form of a unit or an animal.
You can make charlotte or modify carrot or rice cake recipes to keep ingredients to a minimum. You can make “cakes” from fruits: cut a melon, an apple, a kiwi into circles, fasten them with a skewer, up - a candle.
Delicious recipes for cakes
The basis of the cake is biscuits "Nezhenka" or any other children's muffin. The cookies are dipped in the milk mixture, laid out on a plate, then cottage cheese or fruit puree is put (what your baby already eats), then fruits (bananas, kiwi, tangerines - again, what the child eats and what is not allergic), then cookie. It all depends on your imagination.
Sometimes cottage cheese and fruits give a lot of juice, then each cookie does not need to be soaked or dipped!
You can cook apple marmalade for the cake:
Squeeze juice without pulp from 500 grams of green peeled apples.
