{"id":432245,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:20","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=432245"},"modified":"2026-03-26T21:05:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T14:05:58","slug":"thanksgiving-dinner-with-kids-nyc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-kids-nyc\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Amazing Thanksgiving Dinner Ideas with Kids in NYC That Will Spark Joy and Creativity!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is a magical time filled with warmth, family, and lots of delicious food. If you\u2019re in New York City and looking to create unforgettable memories with your kids, you\u2019re in for a treat! Let\u2019s explore some delightful dinner ideas that will not only tantalize your taste buds but also ignite creativity in the kitchen.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-kids-nyc\/#Harvest_Veggie_Pizza\" >Harvest Veggie Pizza<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-kids-nyc\/#Turkey_and_Cranberry_Sliders\" >Turkey and Cranberry Sliders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-dinner-with-kids-nyc\/#Sweet_Potato_Pie_with_Marshmallow_Topping\" >Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Topping<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harvest_Veggie_Pizza\"><\/span>Harvest Veggie Pizza<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34295173\/pexels-photo-34295173.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Harvest Veggie Pizza\" title=\"Harvest Veggie Pizza\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Kings Studio on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/pile-of-fresh-green-olives-at-market-stall-34295173\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Imagine the aroma of fresh vegetables mingling with the scent of warm, bubbly cheese. This Harvest Veggie Pizza is a fantastic way to incorporate seasonal produce while letting kids get hands-on with their culinary skills. The whole family can join in to customize their own slices, making it a fun and interactive experience!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Tomato sauce<\/li>\n<li>Shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n<li>Seasonal veggies (like butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and bell peppers)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh herbs (like rosemary and thyme)<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This pizza is special because it celebrates the fall harvest, allowing you to use fresh, local veggies. Kids will love choosing their favorite toppings and even arranging them on the pizza. Plus, baking it in the oven creates a fun atmosphere as everyone anticipates the warm, cheesy goodness that will soon come out. It\u2019s a perfect mix of nutritious and delicious!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/newmans-own-harvest-vegetable-thin-crispy-crust-1760464723.jpg\" alt=\"Newman&#039;s Own | &quot;HARVEST VEGETABLE&quot; thin &amp; crispy crust\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/m.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZEbJSDPqtyY\" target=\"_blank\">Newman&#039;s Own | &quot;HARVEST VEGETABLE&quot; thin &amp; crispy crust<\/a><br \/><small>(m.youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/harvest-skillet-pizza-1760464723.jpg\" alt=\"Harvest Skillet Pizza\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=g6W5KJ8uhac\" target=\"_blank\">Harvest Skillet Pizza<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/harvest-veggie-pizza-1760464723.jpg\" alt=\"Harvest Veggie Pizza\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/ciao-pappy-on-instagram-whos-excited-about-harvest-vegetable-season-we-are-harvest-veggie-pizza-ingredients-sliced-zucchini-tomatoes-and-red-onio--966936982486398710\/\" target=\"_blank\">Harvest Veggie Pizza<\/a><br \/><small>(pinterest.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turkey_and_Cranberry_Sliders\"><\/span>Turkey and Cranberry Sliders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5718104\/pexels-photo-5718104.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Turkey and Cranberry Sliders\" title=\"Turkey and Cranberry Sliders\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Photo By: Kaboompics.com on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/roasted-turkey-on-white-ceramic-plate-5718104\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:GhostWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/turkey-cranberry-sliders-1760464711.jpg\" alt=\"Turkey Cranberry Sliders\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihearteating.com\/turkey-cranberry-sliders\/\" target=\"_blank\">Turkey Cranberry Sliders<\/a><\/strong> from I Heart Eating<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (13 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SeaShell\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/turkey-cranberry-sliders-1760464711-1.jpg\" alt=\"Turkey Cranberry Sliders\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blackberrybabe.com\/2019\/11\/21\/turkey-cranberry-sliders\/\" target=\"_blank\">Turkey Cranberry Sliders<\/a><\/strong> from Blackberry Babe<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (109 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Bisque\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-turkey-sliders-1760464711.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Turkey Sliders\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/healthylittlepeach.com\/cranberry-turkey-sliders-with-hawaiian-rolls\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Turkey Sliders<\/a><\/strong> from &#8211; Healthy Little Peach<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (3 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These Turkey and Cranberry Sliders are a delightful twist on traditional Thanksgiving flavors in a bite-sized format. With juicy turkey, a hint of sweetness from the cranberry sauce, and a soft bun, these sliders are an instant hit with both kids and adults. They\u2019re not only easy to make but also a fun way for kids to assemble their own sandwiches!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ground turkey<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper<\/li>\n<li>Sliced cheese (like cheddar or gouda)<\/li>\n<li>Cranberry sauce<\/li>\n<li>Slider buns<\/li>\n<li>Fresh spinach or lettuce<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these sliders stand out is their bite-sized nature, which makes them perfect for little hands. Kids can help shape the turkey patties and layer the ingredients as they like. The combination of savory turkey with the sweet cranberry sauce creates a flavor explosion that\u2019s sure to please everyone. Plus, they\u2019re perfect for leftovers; just pop them in the fridge for a quick snack later!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/leftover-turkey-cranberry-sliders-on-hawaiian-rolls-1760464725.jpg\" alt=\"Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=vZ6bNOmGd3s\" target=\"_blank\">Leftover Turkey Cranberry Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-turkey-sliders-1760464725.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Turkey Sliders\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=g3b_ElwF5Po\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Turkey Sliders<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-turkey-sliders-1760464725-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Turkey Sliders\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4J5wZvaN4kk\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Turkey Sliders<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_Potato_Pie_with_Marshmallow_Topping\"><\/span>Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Topping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/30391254\/pexels-photo-30391254.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Topping\" title=\"Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Topping\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Cristiano Junior on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-meringue-pie-on-fresh-green-grass-30391254\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SpringGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-pie-with-toasted-marshmallow-meringue-1760464719.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Pie with Toasted Marshmallow Meringue\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thelittlevintagebakingcompany.com\/sweet-potato-pie-with-toasted-marshmallow-meringue\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Pie with Toasted Marshmallow Meringue<\/a><\/strong> from Little Vintage Baking<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlueViolet\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bourbon-sweet-potato-pie-with-marshmallow-topping-1760464719.jpg\" alt=\"Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Topping\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/bourbon-sweet-potato-pie\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Topping<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (22 reviews). Total Time: 7 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleTurquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-smores-pie-1760464719.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato S&#039;mores Pie\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aimeebroussard.com\/sweet-potato-smores-pie\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato S&#039;mores Pie<\/a><\/strong> from Aimee Broussard<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (13 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Nothing says Thanksgiving quite like a sweet potato pie, and this one takes it to the next level with a fluffy marshmallow topping. This dessert is rich, creamy, and has just the right amount of sweetness to complement your savory meal. It\u2019s a wonderful way for kids to explore baking while creating something truly delicious!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and cooled)<\/li>\n<li>Brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>Eggs<\/li>\n<li>Vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Milk<\/li>\n<li>Mini marshmallows<\/li>\n<li>Pie crust (store-bought or homemade)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The beauty of this recipe lies in its comforting flavors and the fun of toasting marshmallows on top. Kids will love helping mix the sweet potato filling and spreading it into the crust, and they\u2019ll be even more excited when it\u2019s time to add the marshmallows and watch them brown in the oven. This pie not only tastes amazing but also serves as a beautiful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. It\u2019s the perfect sweet treat to end your holiday meal!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore three delightful Thanksgiving dinner ideas that will inspire joy and creativity in kids while celebrating the festive spirit right here in NYC.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":435009,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":3,"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[24707],"class_list":["post-432245","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dinner","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432245","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=432245"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432245\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":558487,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432245\/revisions\/558487"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435009"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=432245"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=432245"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=432245"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=432245"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}