We’re always on the lookout for simple, creative recipes to make with our kiddos.
If you’re looking for a quick midday snack or fun weekend activity, give these recipes a try! The recipes we’re sharing are made with pantry and fridge staples, require no baking and can easily be swapped out for what you may have available! It is fun for kids and stress-free for parents (talk about a win-win)!
Be sure to let us know if you try any of these recipes and tag us in your social media posts @FasterWaytoFatLoss. We know your kids (and you!) are going to love them! We love seeing you in the kitchen with your little ones!
Apple Donuts
Who says donuts can’t be healthy! These sweet, hand-held tasty treats are sure to be a hit with little ones. Your kiddos can choose their own toppings and make dozens of yummy combinations!
Apples
Yogurt of choice
Peanut Butter
Optional Toppings
Chopped Fruit
Chocolate Chips
Dried Fruit
Shredded Coconut
Granola
Directions
Slice apples into thin rings and remove core
Spread yogurt or peanut butter on one side of the apple
Top with desired toppings
ENJOY!
BUILD YOUR OWN KIDS GRAZING BOARD
Charcuterie boards are all the rave these days. Why not make a kid-friendly one for our kiddos to enjoy? We’re sharing two different options for you. What you’ll need, how to assemble and ingredient inspiration! These boards would be great to enjoy on a family movie night or as an afternoon snack for all your kiddos to share!
What You’ll Need:
Cutting board or platter
Bowls
Sweet and Salty Grazing Board Ideas
Apple slices
Banana pieces
Grapes
Peanut butter
Pretzels
Chocolate chips
Yogurt covered raisins
Popcorn
Strawberries
Banana chips
Dried fruit
Protein-Packed Grazing Board Ideas
Hard boiled eggs
Turkey slices
Cheese sticks
Carrot sticks
Celery sticks
Hummus
Peanut butter
Turkey jerky
Pretzel chips
Directions:
Prepare all ingredients for the board by cutting larger items into smaller pieces.
Place small items or dips into bowls
Arrange larger ingredients and bowls onto the serving platter.
Fill the remaining space as desired (remember, this doesn’t have to be perfect!)
Enjoy!
Healthier Peanut Butter Cups (Makes about 12 PB cups in mini muffin tin)
A sweet treat with just four simple ingredients? Yes please! Say no to all those crazy chemicals in your kid’s peanut butter cups. You can create your own AND control the ingredients in them! These little treats are simple, yummy, and store well in the fridge or freezer.
1 cup chocolate chips, melted
½ cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
½ tablespoon coconut flour
½ tablespoon maple syrup
Directions:
In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, coconut flour and maple syrup. Set aside.
In a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips in the microwave on low, in 30 second intervals, taking care to not overheat. Repeat and stir until fully melted.
Line mini muffin tin with muffin liners. (Regular size muffin tins would work too!)
Spoon an equal amount of melted chocolate onto the bottom of each muffin tin, using approximately half of the full amount of chocolate.
Spoon an equal amount of peanut butter mixture into the middle of each muffin tin.
Top each muffin tin with remaining melted chocolate.
Put into the freezer for 10 minutes or until chocolate is set.
ENJOY!
Banana Boats
These little snacks are sure to satisfy your kiddo’s sweet tooth! With just two base ingredients, this snack is easy enough to make any time of day. Your kids will love topping their banana boat with the ingredients of their choice!
Bananas
Peanut butter
Optional Ingredients for Topping
Chocolate chips
Strawberries
Blueberries
Raisins
Granola
Directions:
Slice bananas down the center. Arrange onto a plate or platter with the cut side facing up.
Spread peanut butter down center of banana
Add desired toppings and enjoy!
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