Here are a few online recipes for sweet treats that can be prepared, made, and cleaned up within two class periods of 42 minutes each:
1. No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
These cookies are quick to make and require no baking.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in cocoa, oats, peanut butter, and vanilla.
- Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper and let cool until set.
Recipe Link: No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
2. Microwave Mug Cake
This individual-sized cake can be made in just a few minutes.
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: chocolate chips, nuts, etc.
Instructions:
- In a microwave-safe mug, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
- Microwave for 1 to 1.5 minutes, until the cake has risen and is set.
- Let cool slightly before eating.
Recipe Link: Microwave Mug Cake
3. Fruit Parfaits
These are simple, healthy, and can be assembled quickly.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups yogurt (any flavor)
- 2 cups granola
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions:
- In cups or bowls, layer yogurt, a layer of granola, and a layer of mixed berries.
- Repeat the layers until the cups are full.
- Serve immediately or chill for a bit.
Recipe Link: Fruit Parfaits
4. Rice Krispie Treats
These are classic and simple to make.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
Instructions:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
- Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
- Remove from heat and add Rice Krispies. Stir until well-coated.
- Press mixture into a greased pan. Let cool before cutting into squares.
Recipe Link: Rice Krispie Treats
5. Banana Bread Muffins
These muffins are easy and quick to make, and cleanup is minimal.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup flour
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash bananas and then add melted butter.
- Stir in baking soda and salt. Mix in sugar, egg, and vanilla.
- Add flour and mix until just combined.
- Divide batter into muffin tins and bake for 20 minutes.
Recipe Link: Banana Bread Muffins
These recipes are quick to prepare and perfect for a classroom setting, with minimal cooking time and easy cleanup. Enjoy your sweet treat-making!