Summer camp days call for food that’s fun, easy, and guaranteed to win over even the pickiest eaters—and this list of 31 kid-approved recipes totally delivers! From slow cooker hot dogs perfect for feeding a crowd to sweet and tangy sloppy joes, cheesy taco mac, and crispy air fryer chicken legs, these recipes are made to keep little bellies full and happy all day long. You’ll find make-ahead snacks like mustard pretzels and jalapeño popcorn, plus cool desserts like ice cream sandwiches and no-bake cookies to beat the summer heat. With simple ingredients and stress-free prep, these meals are just what busy summer days need—so don’t miss a single one!

Slow Cooker Hot Dogs Recipe

Hot dogs in a bun smothered with chili and cheese on top
Slow Cooker Hot Dogs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy slow cooker hot dogs recipe will give you all the tips and tricks to create great-tasting hot dogs for a big crowd or party. For a kid-friendly twist, swap out the beer for broth. Follow our simple tips and tricks to create delicious hot dogs that everyone will love.
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Easy & Unique Slow Cooker Chex Mix Recipe

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Easy & Unique Slow Cooker Chex Mix Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Kick up your next batch of slow cooker Chex mix with a unique flavor combination of spices, that is simple to make. It will be the hit of your next party or a low-key family night. Everyone is going to want this recipe from you.
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Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

A stack of four chocolate chip cookies on a white surface. Crumbs and chocolate chips are scattered around the base. The cookies have a golden-brown color with visible chocolate chunks.
Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are proof that you can enjoy all the chewy, chocolatey goodness of a classic cookie—without any dairy or eggs. They’re packed with hearty oats, rich vegan chocolate chips, and just the right amount of sweetness to satisfy any craving.
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Barbecue Chicken Sliders

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Barbecue Chicken Sliders. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Whip up crowd-pleasing pulled chicken in just 30 minutes with this Instant Pot recipe—ideal for sliders, tacos, or heaping BBQ plates this weekend.
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Slow Cooked Baked Beans

Baked beans with bacon on top
Slow Cooked Baked Beans. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

The best homemade slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with molasses, brown sugar, and plenty of chunks of bacon for an unforgettable flavor and perfect texture. Easily cooked in the Crock Pot, this easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and bubbles away all afternoon. Sweet, savory beans are easier than you thought, and come together perfectly every time.
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Fluffy Pancakes Recipe

A stack of pancakes topped with blackberries and drizzled with syrup on a light blue plate. In the background, a bowl of blackberries is partially visible. The setting is bright and clean, suggesting a breakfast scene.
Fluffy Pancakes Recipe. Photo credit: Simply Breakfast Recipes.

These fluffy sourdough discard pancakes are made in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients like starter, eggs, and milk for a cozy breakfast treat!
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Sweet and Tangy Sloppy Joes Recipe

Sweet and Tangy Sloppy Joes Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This made-from-scratch sloppy joe recipe for a crowd has a sweet and tangy sauce, easy to prepare and simmer in a slow cooker.
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Mustard Pretzels Recipe

Honey mustard pretzels
Mustard Pretzels Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Copycat Gardetto’s Mustard Pretzels recipe offers a delightful honey-sweet and tangy coating, making it an ideal snack for gatherings, movie nights, or school lunches. With just 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes of baking, you can enjoy these flavorful pretzels in no time.
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Cheesy Nachos (Casserole Recipe)

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Cheesy Nachos (Casserole Recipe). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Nacho Casserole has layers of classic nacho ingredients layered between tortilla chips or Doritos smothered in a creamy beef and cheese sauce.
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No Bake Cocoa Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

No-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies are arranged on a round platter with a dollop of peanut butter on a spoon and a small bowl of shredded coconut on the side. The platter rests on a pink and white striped cloth.
No Bake Cocoa Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Made with pantry staples and no oven required, these chewy cookies are perfect for making ahead for a festive dessert spread.
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Barbecue Pork Sliders

Pork sliders on Hawaiian buns with extra barbecue sauce and melted cheese
Barbecue Pork Sliders. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

The recipe takes you through the steps of preparing the shredded pulled pork sliders. There is also a secret sandwich sauce that adds a delightful creamy flavor, perfectly complementing the meat. The best part is this is an easy make-ahead.
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Crispy Skin Chicken Legs

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Crispy Skin Chicken Legs. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Looking for a quick and easy recipe for dinner that even the pickiest kids will love? The whole family will enjoy this easy to make Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Leg Recipe. It only takes 2 min. prep and you get extra crispy skin on the outside and a juicy bite on the inside.
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Cheesy Slow Cooked Mac And Cheese Recipe

Crock-Pot macaroni and cheese being scooped up with a wooden spoon
Cheesy Slow Cooked Mac And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Kids will gobble up this creamy, cheesy slow cooker mac and cheese! It’s a simple 20-minute prep, combining butter, Velveeta, half and half, and cheddar cheese for a comforting, cheesy delight.
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Quick Breakfast Cookies Recipe

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Quick Breakfast Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Breakfast Cookies are gluten-free, dairy-free and refined sugar-free, and perfect for a quick nutritious breakfast on the go.
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Easy Homemade Jalapeño Popcorn Recipe

A bowl of spicy popcorn topped with green jalapeño slices, placed on a sheet of parchment paper. A striped cloth is nearby, and a few pieces of popcorn are scattered around the bowl on a white surface.
Easy Homemade Jalapeño Popcorn Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Spicy Jalapeño Popcorn is the bold, zesty twist your taste buds have been waiting for! Perfect for movie nights, game days, or anytime you crave something with a little kick, this recipe combines the buttery crunch of freshly popped kernels with the heat of jalapeños and chili powder. Best of all, it’s quick and easy to make—just a few steps to your new favorite snack. Grab a bowl and get ready to turn up the heat!
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Classic Toasted S’Mores Brownies

A close-up of a slice of s'mores brownie on a white plate. The brownie is topped with toasted marshmallows, graham crackers, and pieces of Hershey's chocolate. The plate is part of a stack of white plates, with a soft-focus background.
Classic Toasted S’Mores Brownies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make this quick and easy s’mores brownie recipe for a fun dessert! Combine boxed brownie mix, graham crackers, chocolate, and toasted marshmallows. Perfect for gatherings!
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Ham And Cheese Croissants Recipe

A person pulls apart a flaky croissant sandwich filled with melted cheese and ham. The croissant is topped with poppy seeds, and several sandwiches are stacked in the background on a plate.
Ham And Cheese Croissants Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easily make a big batch of ham and cheese croissants for a crowd! Enjoy warm, melty sandwiches with a honey-poppy seed glaze.
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Slow Cooked Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe

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Slow Cooked Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Saucy Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe: Slow cooker meatballs, juicy pineapple, & colorful bell peppers simmered in sweet BBQ & teriyaki sauce
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Moist Cake Brownies

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Moist Cake Brownies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

If you are a chocolate lover, you will want to make these moist cake brownies. Every time you make them, you will have a perfectly moist cake-like brownie loaded with dark chocolate flavor.
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Cheesiest Taco Mac and Cheese

A white ceramic dish filled with pasta shells mixed with ground beef and diced tomatoes, all coated in a yellow-orange sauce. The dish is placed on a brown cloth.
Cheesiest Taco Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make fusion with Taco Mac and Cheese! Creamy, cheesy goodness meets spicy taco flavors, perfect for family meals or parties.
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Pretzel Cheese Dip Recipe

A close-up of soft pretzels sprinkled with salt next to a white bowl filled with creamy pretzel cheese dip. The smooth dip, with visible specks of seasoning, sits invitingly on a wooden surface.
Pretzel Cheese Dip Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Making this homemade pretzel cheese dip recipe is easy and quick. To make the dip, start by creating a roux with melted butter, flour, and milk. Then, incorporate the cheese and seasonings. And voila! You have upped your snacking game to a whole new level!
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Meaty Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

A fork lifts spaghetti with meat sauce from a green plate. The pasta is topped with a rich, chunky tomato meat sauce, suggesting a hearty meal. A red and white striped cloth is partially visible in the background.
Meaty Spaghetti Sauce Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Spaghetti sauce creamy crock pot recipe is a rich, protein-packed, blend of ground beef, velvety cottage cheese, and tangy tomato sauce.
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Ice Cream Sandwiches

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Ice Cream Sandwiches. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Georgia peach ice cream sandwich recipe is a fun copycat version of the classic Masters sandwich treat, giving you a taste of the tradition right at home. It’s easy to make, delicious, and sure to impress guests at your next gathering.
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Easy Chicken Salad Recipe with Grapes

Four triangular slices of wheat bread sandwiches filled with chicken salad, grapes, and green leafy vegetables on a white plate. The plate rests on a yellow and white striped cloth.
Easy Chicken Salad Recipe with Grapes. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This quick and easy chicken salad with grapes is packed with flavor! Made with tender chicken, juicy grapes, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing, it’s ready in just 10 minutes.
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Twix Ice Cream Cake Recipe

A dessert cake with a caramel and chocolate drizzle is topped with mini Twix bars on a white plate. Unwrapped Twix minis are scattered in the background on a striped cloth.
Twix Ice Cream Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Imagine eating your favorite candy bar stirred in with cool, creamy ice cream layers. Let me present you with this easy-to-make Twix Ice Cream Cake recipe, which combines the gooey caramel goodness of Twix candy bars with the cool vanilla ice cream layers and the crisp of the shortbread crust.
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Lemon Vanilla Madeleines Recipe

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Lemon Vanilla Madeleines Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

It’s easy to make this Copycat Starbucks Madeleine Recipe at home. The little shell shaped cookies are a sweet cake-like cookie that has a touch of lemon zest and smooth vanilla flavor.
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Cheesy Italian Chicken Parmesan

A plate of spaghetti topped with homemade chicken parmesan, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, garnished with fresh basil leaves. The dish is served on a red and white plate, with a grater and a striped cloth napkin in the background.
Cheesy Italian Chicken Parmesan. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Easy Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Recipe takes tender chicken breasts, coats them in Panko bread crumbs, and cooks them with marinara in a slow cooker.
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Chocolate Mocha Cupcakes Recipe

Chocolate cupcakes with creamy frosting and a chocolate ball on top are arranged on a black cooling rack. The cupcakes are in brown and gold-striped wrappers, and the frosting is sprinkled with chocolate flakes.
Chocolate Mocha Cupcakes Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Looking for the perfect chocolate cupcake recipe, then look no further. This is the best moist chocolate mocha cupcake recipe creating a perfectly moist, extremely chocolate cupcake, topped with a supreme fudgy chocolate icing.
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Chicken Tacos

Crock pot chicken for taco meat
Chicken Tacos. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Mexican crockpot chicken tacos recipe with simple ingredients , 5 min. prep time, turns out perfect every time you make tacos.
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Zucchini Pizza Casserole Recipe

A knife is slicing into a rectangular, freshly baked pizza topped with pepperoni, melted cheese, and chopped green herbs. The pizza is in a glass baking dish, with a golden, crispy crust.
Zucchini Pizza Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Zucchini Pizza Casserole makes a delicious family meal and is even big enough for company. Low carb friendly, plus naturally gluten-free!
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Bake Macaroni Pie

A close-up of baked macaroni and cheese, with a spoon lifting a portion from a green casserole dish. The dish showcases creamy, golden-brown cheese melted over elbow macaroni.
Bake Macaroni Pie. Photo Credit: Butter and Baggage

Baked macaroni and cheese has a rich, creamy texture and is so easy to make. Just pop it in the oven and forget about it and you’ll have a perfect balance of creamy sauce and savory noodles, making it a true comfort food classic. Prep in under 30 minutes, with only 5 ingredients.
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31 of Grandma’s Favorite Summer Desserts That Never Get Old

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31 of Grandma’s Favorite Summer Desserts That Never Get Old. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Nothing says summer quite like Grandma’s desserts—sweet, nostalgic, and made with love. This collection of 31 tried-and-true recipes is packed with everything from no-bake favorites and fruity cobblers to creamy banana pudding brownies, peach ice cream sandwiches, lemon lush, and comforting rice pudding. You’ll find easy, old-fashioned treats made with pantry staples all perfect for potlucks, backyard cookouts, or casual family dinners. If you’re craving something that feels like home, these desserts are the kind that always hit the spot—just like Grandma used to make. Get All The Recipes: 31 of Grandma’s Favorite Summer Desserts That Never Get Old