Make storytime extra memorable with these delicious, book-themed snacks that are easy to make and perfect for sharing. Let’s dive into the worlds of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, bringing the magic of these stories to life with treats that match their charm and whimsy. Get your little readers ready to cook up some fun!
Recipe 1: Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies – Inspired by If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Inspired by the adorable tale If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, these tiny chocolate chip cookies are just the right size for a mouse – or a child’s snack! This easy recipe makes soft, chewy cookies that are a delight to bake and share, perfect for enjoying with a glass of milk while reading this classic.
Ingredients:
•3/4 cup flour
•2 Tbsp malt powder (or your favorite substitute)
•1/4 tsp baking soda
•1/2 tsp salt
•6 Tbsp softened butter
•3 Tbsp granulated sugar
•3 Tbsp brown sugar
•1 egg
•1/2 tsp vanilla
•1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions:
1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In one bowl, mix the flour, malt powder, baking soda, and salt.
3.In another bowl, beat the butter and sugars together until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well.
4.Gradually add the dry ingredients, then stir in the mini chocolate chips.
5.Scoop 1 teaspoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart. Bake for 5-6 minutes, watching closely until the edges are set.
6.Cool and enjoy with milk – just like in the book!
These tiny treats bring the playful spirit of the story to life, making snack time a moment your kids will remember.
Recipe 2: Checkerboard Tea Sandwiches – Inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
This recipe brings a bit of Alice in Wonderland to your table with checkerboard tea sandwiches inspired by the book’s famous chessboard scene. Using simple ingredients, these sandwiches create a colorful and whimsical snack that’s perfect for a pretend tea party.
Ingredients:
•1 red bell pepper, cut into small heart and diamond shapes
•10 black olives, cut into club and spade shapes (use toothpicks to help)
•8 slices white bread
•8 slices whole wheat bread
•100g light cream cheese
•1/2 cucumber, sliced
•250g egg salad
•Fresh cress or other greens
Instructions:
1.Start by cutting heart and diamond shapes from the red pepper, then club and spade shapes from the olives.
2.Use white bread to make cream cheese and cucumber sandwiches, and whole wheat for egg salad and cress sandwiches.
3.Trim crusts and cut each sandwich into squares, arranging them in a checkerboard pattern on your serving plate.
4.Decorate with the red pepper and olive shapes to make a chess-inspired masterpiece.
Serve these delightful snacks at your own “Wonderland tea party” and let kids feel like they’re dining with Alice herself!
Adding Storytime Snacks to Your Reading Routine
These book-inspired recipes are easy ways to add a touch of magic to storytime. Kids will love baking and snacking on treats that connect to their favorite stories. Try these recipes with a book club or a cozy reading day – the perfect recipe for a fun, food-filled adventure!