Can’t hate, won’t hate: 23 kiddo faves!

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Mealtime dilemmas, be gone! With these 23 carefully curated recipes, kids will find it hard to resist digging in. Each recipe promises satisfaction from start to finish.

Hashbrown casserole being served.
Hashbrown Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

A lasagna being dished up.
Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Think kids dislike greens? This lasagna might just change their minds. Spinach pairs perfectly with creamy ricotta, offering a tasty way to get those veggies in.
Get the Recipe: Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna

Easy Burrito

Someone stacking veggie burritos.
Easy Burrito. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

An all-time favorite made simple. This easy burrito packs flavors kids adore, wrapped in a fun-to-eat package. Perfect for those “I don’t wanna eat” moments.
Get the Recipe: Easy Burrito

25 Minute Black Bean Burger

A black bean burger in a burger bap with relish oozing out over it.
25 Minute Black Bean Burger. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Quick and tasty, these black bean burgers are a win. Even for kids who usually turn up their noses, these are irresistibly tasty and done in a jiffy.
Get the Recipe: 25 Minute Black Bean Burger

Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

Air fried cinnamon rolls in an air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Who can say no to a cinnamon roll? Fresh out of the air fryer, these treats are a sure way to light up their mornings without the usual breakfast fuss.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

Flatbread Pizza

Two slices of  pizza with tomatoes and herbs.
Flatbread Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Giving classic pizza a fun twist, flatbread pizza is both crispy and chewy. It’s a dish that can make the usual ‘pizza deniers’ ask for a second slice.
Get the Recipe: Flatbread Pizza

Cheese Quesadilla

Some picking up a slice of cheese quesadilla.
Cheese Quesadilla. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Sometimes, simplicity is key. Cheese quesadillas are just that – simple yet tasty, making even the most reluctant little diners come back for more.
Get the Recipe: Cheese Quesadilla

Hashbrown Casserole

Hashbrown casserole being served.
Hashbrown Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Comfort in a dish! This hashbrown casserole is a blend of crispy and creamy elements. Even kids who are picky find it hard to resist its charm.
Get the Recipe: Hashbrown Casserole

Vegetable Fritters

Vegetable fritters in a stack.
Vegetable Fritters. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Sneak in those veggies with these tasty fritters. Crispy and flavorful, they make eating vegetables feel less like a chore and more like a treat.
Get the Recipe: Vegetable Fritters

Air Fryer Egg Bites

Egg Bites on a board with a little parsley on top.
Air Fryer Egg Bites. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Breakfast woes? Not with these egg bites. Air-fried to perfection, they’re bite-sized and packed with flavor, turning the usual egg avoiders into fans.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Egg Bites

Creamy Avocado Sauce

Avocado sauce in a bowl with it's ingredients surrounding it.
Creamy Avocado Sauce. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This sauce changes the game. Creamy avocado sauce is versatile and delicious. Even kids who aren’t big avocado fans might just give it a thumbs up.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Avocado Sauce

Broccoli Casserole

Someone serving broccoli casserole.
Broccoli Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Combining creamy and crunchy, this broccoli casserole can convert any veggie skeptic. It’s a tasty side that kids might just start requesting.
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Casserole

Spaghetti Marinara

Spaghetti marinara in a bowl with fresh basil on top..
Spaghetti Marinara. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

A classic for a reason. Spaghetti marinara is simple yet satisfying, making it hard for even the fussiest eaters to resist twirling their forks around.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Marinara

Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

Breakfast potatoes in a serving bowl, with serving spoons and a small bowl of fresh parsley.
Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Add a twist to their morning with these. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these breakfast potatoes could make any kid hop out of bed with excitement.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

Maple Ketchup

Maple ketchup in a jar with a spoon about to drizzle it on sweet potato wedges.
Maple Ketchup. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Switch up their dipping game. This maple ketchup offers a sweet twist, making those usual fry-skeptics keep coming back for another dip.
Get the Recipe: Maple Ketchup

Air Fryer Baked Potato

Baked potatoes on a serving dish with sour cream and fresh parsley.
Air Fryer Baked Potato. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Perfectly baked with a crispy skin, these potatoes are a game-changer. They might just make those potato-naysayers rethink their stance.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baked Potato

Corn Casserole

Corn casserole in a casserole dish with a portion removed.
Corn Casserole. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

A mix of creamy and savory, this corn casserole is both hearty and tasty. It’s the kind of dish that could make any kid ask for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Corn Casserole

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Roasted Baby Potatoes ready to eat.
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Little potatoes with big flavor. Air-fried to perfection, they’re a hit with kids, making them reconsider their ‘no potato’ rule.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Corn Fritters

Sweetcorn fritters in a stack.
Corn Fritters. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Crispy, golden, and hard to resist. These corn fritters are a snack that could turn any usual veggie-avoider into a corn enthusiast.
Get the Recipe: Corn Fritters

Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Air fryer zucchini fries on a wooden board.
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Swap regular fries with these zucchini alternatives. Crispy and delicious, they offer a fun way to enjoy veggies, even for those who usually sidestep them.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Veggie Burger

A homemade veggie burger in a bun, on a wooden plate, ready to eat.
Veggie Burger. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Packed with flavor and goodness, this burger might just become their new favorite. Even for kids who are usually meat-only, this could be a tasty surprise.
Get the Recipe: Veggie Burger

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

Sweet potato cubes on a plate with a dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Sweet, crispy, and delicious- these sweet potato cubes could make any kid forget they once turned their noses up at sweet potatoes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini fritters in a stack.
Zucchini Fritters. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Another fun way to enjoy zucchini. These fritters, golden and crispy, could make even the most reluctant eater reconsider their ‘no green things’ rule.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Fritters

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

Freshly made pizza rolls stacked on each other.
Air Fryer Pizza Rolls. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Bite-sized and bursting with flavor, these pizza rolls are an instant hit. Air-fried to perfection, they could make any ‘I don’t like pizza‘ claims vanish into thin air.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

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