A kid-friendly snack is a parent-friendly snack. Giving your kid the ability to make a delicious and nutritious snack without extensive supervision is a gift to you both. Kids should make snacks for themselves and their friends only if it does not call for using the stove, oven and sharp utensils. Parents can prepare some pieces in advance while still allowing kids to make the final, tasty product.
Apple Snack Wedges
Before a child begins making apple snack wedges, the parent will need to core and slice a few apples. Place the sliced apples in a resealable plastic bag with a bit of orange juice to keep until later.
To make the snack, the child will combine 1 cup of Rice Chex Mix, 1 tsp. of brown sugar and 2 tbsp. of reduced-fat creamy peanut butter. Mix the ingredients and roll the apple wedges through the mixture. Kids will enjoy a nutrient rich snack with a protein punch.
Fruit & Cheese Kabobs
This also requires a little preparation by parents. Cut up a variety of fruits and cheese into small cubes. Store the fruits and cheese separately in plastic containers or resealable bags.
Children create kabobs by placing the fruit and cheese on toothpicks for a snack that is both fun to make and fun to eat.
Cold S'More
A cold s'more is a sweet treat that will satisfy a kid's sugar craving. A cup of low-fat , a couple of miniature marshmallows and some are all you need to create an outdoor favorite, inside. Crunch up the graham crackers and sprinkle over top of the chocolate pudding. Place a few miniature marshmallows on top and stir together.
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