by Dana | Aug 26, 2017 | Breakfast, Dairy Free, Gluten-Free, Healthy Foods, Healthy Kid Food Options, Recipes, Snacks, Snacks (Kid AND Inner-Kid friendly)
Gluten Free Granola Bars, loaded with oats, dried fruit, and walnuts with a touch of natural sweetness! Hi, Friends! Today’s recipe for granola bars is quick, delicious, and back-to-school friendly! Who doesn’t love a granola bar? This version is gluten free, loaded with dried cranberries and apricots. A touch of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, your choice! And, a slight crunch from chopped walnuts. These are sure to be your kids go-to after school snack! This recipe for apricot bars calls for oat flour. To make it, all you need to do is place your oats in a food processor and process until extremely fine, it will look just like flour! Print Gluten Free Granola Bars Prep Time 10 minutes Servings 12 bars Ingredients 2 3/4 cup rolled oats divided ½ cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup dried apricots small chop ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut ½ cup chopped walnuts 1 tsp cinnamon 1 pinch salt 1 banana mashed 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted ¼ cup almond butter 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions Line a 9x9 baking sheet or baking dish with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside. Place 1 1/4 cup of the rolled oats into a food processor. Process until fine and resembles flour. Place into a large bowl. Mix the rolled oats, shredded coconut, cinnamon, salt, dried fruit, and walnuts in the bowl with the oat flour. In another bowl, mix the mashed banana, coconut oil, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until combined. Press this mixture into the bottom...
by Kami | Mar 14, 2014 | Appetizers, Healthy Foods for Kids, Healthy Kid Food Options, Recipes, Snacks, Snacks (Kid AND Inner-Kid friendly)
I’ve seen lots of different variations of an apple sandwich. I love keeping it simple with juicy apples, sweet bananas, and flavorful strawberries. I’ve also seen where you can top your apple slices with peanut butter and granola, almond butter and raisins, or you can just try my way. Remember how I’m a fruit-aholic? You begin by washing your apples and fresh strawberries. Seriously… scrub those babies. I know I keep talking about it, but I seriously am in love with Fit: Fruit and Vegetable Wash. Anyways, then thinly slice your apples (I did both organic Fuji and Granny Smith). To prevent them from browning, lightly coat slices with lemon or lime juice (makes it a little tart) or pineapple juice (a sweeter option). You can use the same method for your banana slices. Top your apple slices with banana and strawberry slices. Viola! Definitely full of complimentary flavors and super easy. Print Apple Fruit Sandwiches Ingredients 1 large Fuji or Granny Smith apples washed and sliced thinly 1 banana peeled and sliced thinly 10 large strawberries washed and sliced thinly Instructions Once fruit is washed and sliced, layer beginning with apple slice, banana slices, and topped with strawberry slices. To prevent them from browning, lightly coat slices with lemon or lime juice (makes them a little tart) or pineapple juice (a sweeter option). Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve...
by Kami | Mar 12, 2014 | Appetizers, Healthy Foods for Kids, Healthy Kid Food Options, Recipes, Snacks
Whether you have kids or not, these Ants on a Log are an easy, tasty, quick, and nutritious little snack. Crunchy celery topped with creamy peanut butter and juicy grapes and/or raisins? Oh, I’m in love with these little critters. I love fruit and vegetables! Okay, I may be a little addicted to fruit and vegetables. They have such bright and vibrant colors and a variety of flavors and textures. Ants on a Log are a perfect option when either hosting a party, getting a snack for the kids, or just needing something sweet and juicy. When purchasing celery or grapes, organic is best. They have such thin skin that they absorb pesticides and chemicals. Definitely purchase organic if possible. Regardless, you need to wash those bad boys. Don’t know the value of washing your fruits and vegetables? Check out my post where I SHOW you the importance. It doesn’t take much time, but it’s worth every second! I can’t wait to hear how you enjoy this simple yet finger-licking-good recipe! I think I love them most with the grapes on top. Print Ants on a Log Ingredients 5 or 6 stalks of celery washed, dried, and cut into 2 to 3 inch sticks 1 Tbs natural peanut butter or almond butter per celery stick 1/2 cup raisins 1 cup red grapes washed and quartered Instructions Spread peanut or almond butter down the center of each celery stick. Sprinkle raisins and/or red grapes down the center on top of the peanut/almond butter. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve...
by Kami | Sep 30, 2013 | Healthy Foods for Kids, Healthy Kid Food Options
With LOTS of little ones back in school, LOTS of moms are trying to adjust to new schedules, demands, and requirements. Busy kids = Busy moms. Since you have enough to worry about, kick up your feet for a moment and let me help you with a couple healthy lunch ideas! Your kids will LOVE this healthy tuna sandwich. In a medium-sized bowl, combine one mashed ripe avocado, 1/4 cup Greek plain yogurt, 12 oz can of tuna (drained), 1/4 cup finely chopped pickles, and 1 Tbs pickle juice. Mix well. Serve on top of lettuce leaves and whole wheat sandwich thins. You can also try my Avocado Tuna Grilled Cheese Sandwich. Do your kids love PB & J’s? Forget the J and replace it with a BANANA! It’s quick, simple, and packed with nutrients instead of artificial dyes, flavors, sugars, and who knows what else is in jelly! I also love using almond butter instead of peanut butter. Be sure to read the ingredients on your PB (it should only say peanuts!) OR try freshly ground peanut or almond butter. Also, to prevent your banana slices from browning, just coat them in a little fresh pineapple or lemon juice prior to putting them on your sandwich. One last thing… READ THE INGREDIENTS on your whole wheat bread! Find bread that only has ingredients you can pronounce and actually know what the ingredients are! Provide some great fruit and veggie side options like a fresh fruit cup, celery or apples with peanut or almond butter, or carrot and celery sticks with basic hummus or edamame hummus....
