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Cooking Day / Donut Decorating

Donut Decorating

Children decorate plain donuts with icing and sprinkles for a fun party treat.

How to run it

  1. Set out plain donuts, icing and sprinkles.
  2. Wash hands and give each child a donut.
  3. Children dip or spread icing.
  4. Add sprinkles and enjoy.

You will need

  • plain donuts
  • icing
  • sprinkles
  • plates
  • butter knives
Make it easier or harderYounger children use sprinkles; older children pipe designs.
SafetyCheck allergies and dietary needs, wash hands and supervise all food preparation.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Decorating treats supports creativity and joy.

Fits these theme days

Cooking DayBirthday for Everyone DayCafé DayJunior Chef Challenge

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