Toddler Dessert Recipes

Toddlers delight in the yummy goodness of desserts, just as any child (or sweet tooth) does. But many of the ingredients often seen in desserts aren’t right for little tummies, containing too much sugar amongst other naughties. These dessert recipes for toddlers are healthy and delicious, with sweetening substitutes and lots of fresh fruits. From smoothie recipes for toddlers to cakes and puddings, these desserts for toddlers will prompt squeals of excitement, introducing your child to a balanced and still nutritious relationship with treats from a young age.

Slice of fruit and nut loaf beside sliced strawberries and melon on a yellow plate, set on a yellow table; mug and dish in the background.12 Months +

Carrot and Apricot Bread
2/3 cup dried apricots, chopped 1 cup self-raising flour ¾ cup plain flour 1 tsp mixed spice 1 cup brown sugar 250g carrots, grated 1/2 cup …
Golden-brown homemade cookies piled on a light blue, polka-dotted napkin inside a white rectangular dish on a light wooden surface.12 Months +

Apple and Pecan Cookies
2 tsp maple syrup 100g unsalted butter or margarine, softened 100g brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 egg, lightly whisked 1 cup plain flour ½ …
Slices of a crumbly cake rest on a pink, heart-decorated plate set on a wooden table.12 Months +

Apricot and Pear Slice
1 cup dried apricots, chopped 1 cup dried pears, chopped 1 cup natural yoghurt ¼ cup olive oil 3 eggs, lightly whisked 1 cup brown …
Yellow bowl holds granola and dried fruit on yellow surface; larger granola container partially visible.12 Months +

Toasted Muesli
100g porridge oats 50 g seeds e.g. sunflower, sesame, chia 50 g roasted nuts finely chopped 2 tbsp sunflower oil 3 tbsp honey 50 g …