Summertime and the kids are hanging out-so why not take the opportunity to school them in some kitchen skills?

I love coaching the next generation of bakers, and have found that kids are eager to bake if the end game is something sweet, fun and fast. Whether baking from scratch, or using refrigerated cookie dough for authentic, from-scratch taste in just minutes, kids in the kitchen are enthusiastic students.

Two winning favorites with kids:
* Mouse Cookies are whimsical, irresistible and fun-a recipe they’ll repeat often, proudly sharing cookies that aren’t immediately devoured because they are so cute.
* Kids will love putting together brownie bite sundaes, made with convenient refrigerated brownie dough. The sundaes can be made with a variety of dough flavors-like turtle, peanut butter cups, white chocolate macadamia nut, oatmeal raisin and more.

For “just-in-time” cookies and treats, and baking fun for kids, check out the creative and delectable ideas at www.VeryBestBaking.com