Best Kids’ Cooking Classes in Metro Detroit That Whip Up So Much Fun

Discover the best kids' cooking classes in metro Detroit. Fun, hands-on lessons for all ages—perfect for birthdays, too!

Food can really bring a family together. Just think of all the ways cuisine can provide an opportunity for bonding time. Trying new recipes, digging in the recipe box for an old family favorite, or whipping together a special treat to share all become memories to cherish.

So when you’re looking to spice up family dinner or teach the kids a thing or two about the kitchen, consider cooking classes in metro Detroit. Also, these are great places to host your child’s next birthday party! Browse our list below!

Kids’ cooking classes near me

Kids’ cooking classes in metro Detroit

12 Kitchen Elves

  • Address: 115 E. Lake Street, South Lyon

12 Kitchen Elves is a cooking school for kids and teens. They offer a variety of cooking classes and camps to check out. Also, be sure to check out their fun, special events during holidays.

What a local parent thinks: Ernest W. shares on Google Reviews, “Very cute and clean place. My 8-year-old son had a blast there decorating a gingerbread house and wants to do it again. I wish we had known about these classes sooner because he has always loved cooking.”

Zingerman’s Bakehouse 

  • Address: 3723 Plaza Drive, Ann Arbor

Starting as young as 7, with no maximum age limit, everyone in the family can get involved! Get hands-on in a space that’s meant for learning, cooking and baking everything from bread to brownies and pizzas to pastries. The Zingerman’s crew does the measuring and cleaning up, so all that’s left to do is have fun. Summer camps are available now, but reach out if you’re interested in private classes.

Rata2ee

  • Address: 413 S. Main Street, Rochester

Rata2ee offers a welcoming space for families to cook, learn, and bond together. Their after-school programs are designed for elementary-aged kids, while evening and weekend classes cater to older teens and adults. During the summer, school-age children can enjoy immersive week-long cooking camps.

Sprouting Chefs 

  • Address: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1500 Scio Church Road, Ann Arbor

This program offers classes that cover seasonal dishes and garnishing for kids ages 8 and older, and bread, pasta and dessert lessons for teens. All courses are under the guidance of registered dietitian Lilian Anderson. Watch out for private lessons for college kids, too.

What a local parent thinks: Ghasaq A. shares on Google Reviews, “My daughter loves going to Sprouting chefs cooking classes. It’s 3 hours of fun as well as learning a variety of delicious recipes like lunch and dinner meals, snacks, desserts and more!”

This article was recently updated on March 20, 2025, by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Manager, Katina Beniaris. The update included her finding the best kids’ cooking classes in metro Detroit and featuring the best classes for kids and families to check out. Questions? Please reach out to katina@metroparent.com.


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Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano is a mom of one and Metro Parent's Content Writer. She tracks down the best events every week and shares the inside scoop with families online. She enjoys reading, traveling and exploring metro Detroit with her son.

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