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Apple Pie Smoothie

May 8, 2019 Leave a Comment

This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast!

This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast!

Cinnamon Apple Banana Smoothie

All fall long, I stock apple cider in our fridge. I just love that thirst-quenching, full-bodied flavor of a cup of apple cider – whether it’s served hot or cold (we like to make crockpot apple cider!)

My daughter loves it too, and when we have low-key mornings where she can enjoy her apple cider with a healthy breakfast, I don’t mind serving her a glass – but on most mornings I can barely get her to eat a few bitefuls of food before she is out the door for school.

Smoothies are a staple in our home – they make mornings easier and are a great way to sneak in some extra nutrition.

So, with a little experimenting we whipped up this creamy and delicious apple pie smoothie for a more filling and nutritious option on busy weekday mornings. You can toss in some chia seeds or flax meal to bump up the health quotient, if desired.

This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast!

This apple pie smoothie is perfect for busy fall mornings and while it’s great for kids, it’s also a great alternative to your morning latte if you’re trying to cut back. I also like it for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up and it stops me from wanting to indulge in more sugar-laden treats.

You can enjoy this with or without ice – I like including the ice to add a bit more water to her mornings and it helps achieve that frothy texture – but on a cold fall morning, you might want to leave it out. Either way, definitely don’t leave out the generous hit of cinnamon. It absolutely makes this smoothie and tricks your tastebuds into thinking you’re being more indulgent than you really are.

Related: If you love apples as much as we do, try our easy apple muffins or our apple cinnamon oatmeal pancakes too!

This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast!

Apple Pie Smoothie Ingredients

  • 4 Apples, peeled and cored
  • 1 Banana, peeled
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 cup almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 cup ice
  • ½ an apple, thinly sliced for garnish

Tip: Add 1/2 cup ice cream and some salted caramel drizzles if you are feeling extra indulgent.

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Smoothie-style blender

This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast!

How to Make an Apple Pie Smoothie

  1. First, prep your fruit: peel and slice the apples and bananas.
  2. Next, combine all ingredients except ice in the blender and mix until smooth.
  3. Finally, incorporate the ice and blend for 15 seconds.
  4. Pour the smoothie into tall glasses.
  5. Top with the remaining cinnamon and garnish with the apple slices. Enjoy!

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This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast! An easy 5 minute recipe!

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Yield: 2-4 servings

Apple Pie Smoothie

Apple Pie Smoothie
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 Apples, peeled and cored
  • 1 Banana, peeled
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 cup almond milk (or your favorite milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 cup ice
  • ½ an apple, thinly sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. Slice the apples and banana and take to a blender.
  2. Add the greek yogurt, milk, vanilla ice cream, vanilla, allspice, sugar, and ½ tbsp cinnamon. Blend until smooth.
  3. Incorporate the ice and blend for 15 seconds.
  4. Pour the smoothie into tall glasses.
  5. Top with the remaining cinnamon and garnish with the apple slices.
  6. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1 glass

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 233Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 29mgCarbohydrates: 53gFiber: 8gSugar: 38gProtein: 7g
© Jennifer Tammy
Cuisine: American / Category: Healthy Food
This delicious and creamy Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like having apple pie a la mode for breakfast!

More of our most popular smoothie recipes:

Do your kids love smoothies? What do you add to theirs to make it more nutritious?

For more delicious smoothies kids will love, check out our healthy unicorn frappuccino recipe or our tropical morning glory smoothie recipe.

Filed Under: Healthy Food, Recipes Tagged With: breakfast, smoothies, snacks

Candy Coated Jello Popcorn (with Video)

April 12, 2019 Leave a Comment

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring or Summer treat! It would also make a fun lunchbox idea for kids!

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring treat!

Jello Popcorn

At Christmas every year we get a big box of treats from my aunt and uncle. The girls LOVE to open the box and see all the goodies inside!

One of the treats that is included every year is chocolate and caramel coated popcorn. Oh my goodness…it is absolutely amazing!! 

We love chocolate covered popcorn so much that we make it at home regularly. It’s the perfect movie-night snack that both grown-up and kids alike enjoy.

Since flavored popcorn is such a hit in our house, I’m super excited to share this Jello popcorn recipe. It’s perfect for Spring or Summer because of the bright colors!

The Jello mixture forms a candy coating on the popcorn, so not only is it bright and festive, the Jello popcorn has a crave-able candy crunch.

You can customize this candy coated popcorn recipe by using any flavor of Jello you like. Wouldn’t it be fun to make for a birthday party or a baby shower?

Let’s get cooking!

— Stacey

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring treat!

Jello Popcorn Ingredients

  • 9 cups popcorn, popped
  • 9 Tablespoons butter
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 2-3 Tablespoons each: red Jell-O, purple Jell-O, yellow Jell-O
  • 3 Tablespoons white corn syrup
  • 3 tbsp water, as needed
  • Food dye, as needed

Tip: Be sure to use regular Jello (as opposed to sugar free) because the sugar is what makes that yummy candy coating!

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

  • Cookie sheet
  • Parchment paper or non-stick silicone mat
  • Medium saucepan

Keep reading for photo step-by-step directions. A free printable copy of this recipe is available at the bottom of the post.

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring treat!

How to Make Jello Popcorn

Line 3 cookie sheets with parchment paper and preheat oven to 300F. Spread 3 cups of popcorn out in an even layer on each cookie sheet. Set aside.

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 3 Tablespoons butter, 1 cup sugar, 1 Tablespoon white corn syrup and one color of the Jell-O powder. Bring to a boil.

TIP: If mixture is too thick, add a bit of water. You can also add food coloring to brighten. Both are optional.

how to make Jello popcorn

Boil for candy mixture for 3-4 minutes, over one cookie sheet of popcorn.

Candy coated popcorn on cookie sheet

Bake candy-coated popcorn for about 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Repeat with each color of Jell-O.

TIP: If you’re short on time, you can make one big batch of popcorn, all one flavor.

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring treat!

Try this next: make Jello popcorn balls by mixing melted marshmallows with your candy coated popcorn!

Be sure to pin our Jello Popcorn recipe on Pinterest:

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring or Summer treat!

Grab a Free Printable Copy of Our Jello Popcorn Recipe:

Yield: 9 cups

Jello Popcorn

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring treat!

Sweet and colorful — candy coated Jello popcorn is the perfect Spring or Summer treat!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 9 cups popcorn, popped
  • 9 Tablespoons butter
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 2-3 Tablespoons each: red Jell-O, purple Jell-O, yellow Jell-O
  • 3 Tablespoons white corn syrup
  • 3 tbsp water, as needed
  • Food dye, as needed

Instructions

  1. Line 3 cookie sheets with parchment paper or non-stick silicone baking mat and preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Spread out 3 cups of popcorn on each cookie sheet.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 3 Tablespoons butter, 1 cup sugar, 1 Tablespoon white corn syrup and one color of the Jell-O powder. Bring to a boil.
  4. Boil for 3-4 minutes then pour the candy mixture over one cookie sheet of popcorn.
  5. Bake popcorn 8-10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Let cool before handling.
  6. Repeat with each color of Jell-O.
© Jennifer Tammy
Cuisine: American / Category: Party Recipes

More of our favorite colorful recipes for kids:

Vibrantly colored Rainbow Jello Frosted Grapes are as pretty as they are delicious! This party treat is sure to be a hit with both kids and grown-ups alike!

Jello Frosted Grapes

How to make easy rainbow cookies with frosting clouds

Rainbow Cookies

 

Filed Under: Lunchbox Ideas, Party Recipes, Recipes Tagged With: desserts, snacks, Video

Healthy Seed Crackers – Superfood Snack!

April 1, 2019 Leave a Comment

Fact of life: kids LOVE crackers! Our healthy seed crackers are a snack that you can feel good about serving them!

Fact of life: kids LOVE crackers! Our healthy seed crackers are a snack that you can feel good about serving them! Gluten free, protein-packed, so yummy!

“Cheesy” Seed Crackers

Crackers are quick snack to reach for and can be taken everywhere – they’re perfect to pop into a school lunchbox. Top it with whatever spread your little one enjoys and you’ve got a quick and easy snack!

With these seed crackers, I wanted to make that snack healthier while maintaining it’s easy go-to nature. And so I came up with these cheesy seed crackers!

What’s so neat about these crackers is that they taste super cheesy (thanks to our “secret” ingredient), but there’s NO dairy in the recipe! 

Related: See more fun and easy kids lunchbox ideas here!

Homemade Chia seed crackers stacked on white plate

Why we love these healthy seed crackers:

  • Lots of healthy fats
  • Good source of Omega-3s
  • Protein-packed
  • Easy, make-ahead snack
  • Dairy free
  • Gluten free
  • No added sugars

It’s almost too much to list! These seed crackers are truly a super food and super snack that will keep your babes tummies happy and full.

Try them some homemade chia seed jam or even some meat and cheese!

Superfood Seed Crackers Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup hemp hearts
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1 tbs garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3 tbs nutritional yeast
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 – 1/2 tsp sea salt

TIP: Nutritional yeast is the secret ingredient which gives our “Cheesy” Seed Crackers all that yummy cheese flavor. However, you can customize your seed crackers by omitting the nutritional yeast and swapping with cinnamon or other flavorings.

Kitchen Tools Used to Make this Recipe

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking tray
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Seed grinder, optional
  • Silicone baking mat

Our healthy seed crackers are a snack that you can feel good about serving them! Gluten free, protein-packed, so yummy!

How to Make Homemade Seed Crackers

Preheat oven to 300°F.

Mix all ingredients except water and salt in a large bowl.

TIP: I like my crackers with texture but if that’s not for you then grind the pumpkin and sesame seeds slightly before adding.

Mix well. Add water and mix until everything is coated. Let sit for five minutes to allow the chia seeds to absorb the water.

Spread mixture onto a silicone baking sheet or into a 9 x 9 pan. Make sure you spread/press down evenly and there are no gaps in the mixture.

TIP: I made thicker crackers but if you prefer them thin and slightly crispy this recipe can be spread into 10 x 9 also.

Sprinkle salt over the spread. Bake in oven for 32 minutes. Remove from oven, cut into crackers and flip them on the sheet. Bake for another 20-22 minutes watching closely the last few minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for ten minutes before removing.

This recipe makes about 12 large crackers.

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Our healthy seed crackers are a snack that you can feel good about serving them! Gluten free, protein-packed, so yummy!

Grab your free printable copy of our homemade seed cracker recipe:

Yield: 6 servings

Healthy Seed Crackers Recipe

Healthy Seed Crackers Recipe

This healthy seed crackers recipe is a snack that you can feel good about!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup hemp hearts
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1 tbs garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3 tbs nutritional yeast
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 - 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  2. Combine all ingredients (except water and salt) in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
  3. Add water to bowl and mix until everything is coated. Allow chia seeds to absorb water for about 5 minutes.
  4. Spread mixture onto a silicone baking sheet or into a 9 x 9 pan. Press down evenly so there are no gaps in the mixture.
  5. Sprinkle salt over your cracker mixture and bake for 32 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, cut into cracker-sized pieces and flip them over on the baking sheet.
  7. Return to oven and bake for another 20-22 minutes watching closely the last few minutes.
  8. Allow to cool to room temperature on the baking sheet before removing.
© Jennifer Tammy
Cuisine: American / Category: Healthy Food
Fact of life: kids LOVE crackers! Our healthy seed crackers are a snack that you can feel good about serving them! Gluten free, protein-packed, so yummy!

What are your go-to healthy snacks for your kids? What healthy snack substitutes would you like to see us make next?

More of our favorite healthy snack recipes:

For more delicious and healthy snacks for kids, check out our healthy black bean brownies recipe or our kid-friendly mermaid smoothie bowl recipe.

Brownies healthy enough to eat for breakfast?? Sugar free, whole food Black Bean Brownies are out-of-this-world fudge-y and decadent, but good for you too!

Filed Under: Healthy Food, Lunchbox Ideas, Recipes Tagged With: crackers, dairy free, gluten free, snacks

Valentines Day Treats – Cupid’s Arrow Pretzels

February 5, 2019 Leave a Comment

What’s inside: How to make Cupid’s Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentines Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine’s Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentines Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

Cupid’s Arrow Pretzels

My daughter loves any excuse for a theme and holidays are no exception!

She loves making handmade cards and treats for her friends, so I thought these simple Cupid’s Arrow Valentine’s Day treats would be perfect for her to help make.

While heating the candy melts (or white chocolate, if you prefer) does involve the use of the microwave, kids can help with pretty much every stage of this recipe – from cutting the sour candy rainbow to placing the gummy heart “arrow heads” on the pretzel stick, and sprinkling on a garnishing of pink sprinkles.

The best part about this recipe will be how proud your little chef is of their final creations and how much joy they will get out of giving them to their friends on Valentine’s Day.

This Cupid’s Arrow Pretzels recipe is a cute addition to a Valentine’s Day party, or it makes a sweet homemade Valentines Day treat!

— Jennifer

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

Cupid’s Arrow Pretzels Ingredients

  • Pretzel Sticks
  • Rainbow Sour Belt Candy
  • Gummy Heart Candy
  • 1 cup Pink Candy Melts
  • 1 teaspoon shortening or coconut oil
  • Pink sprinkles, optional

Tip: swap out the colors or decorations for your personal preferences or what you are able to source. Who says Cupid’s arrows can’t be blue or purple? Or even gold!

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

  • Kitchen scissors or knife
  • Small microwave-safe bowl
  • Cookie sheet
  • Parchment paper or non-stick silicone baking mat

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

How to Make Cupid’s Arrows Valentine’s Day Treats

Prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or a silicone baking mat and set aside.

Cut sour belt rainbow candy into 1-inch long pieces. To make the “feathers,” cut out a small triangle on one end and cut the other end to a point, then finish by cutting little slits along each side. 

How to make Cupid's Arrows for Valentine's Day

Melt pink chocolate in the microwave for 30 seconds, then stir in shortening or coconut oil. Heat in 20 second increments, stirring in between, until smooth. Be sure to use a microwave-safe bowl and handle carefully, as the bowl may become hot. Grown-ups should do this step!

Making Cupid's Arrow Pretzels with pink chocolate

Roll each pretzel stick in the melted chocolate until coated, then lay on your prepared cookie sheet.

TIP: Non-stick silicone baking mats also work really well for chocolate dipped treats!

Repeat with all pretzel sticks.

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

Place a gummy heart on one end and the rainbow tail on the other end while candy melts are still wet.

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

If desired, add some pink sprinkles to the pretzels.

Let dry completely, about 20 minutes.

Be sure to pin these simple Valentines Day Treats for kids on Pinterest:

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

Grab your free printable recipe for our Cupid’s Arrow Pretzels:

Yield: 12-24 pretzels

Cupid's Arrow Pretzels

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

How to make Cupid's Arrow Pretzels, quick and easy Valentine's Day Treats! One of our favorite No-Bake Valentine's Day dessert ideas that kids can make!

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes

Ingredients

  • Pretzel Sticks
  • Rainbow Sour Belt Candy
  • Gummy Heart Candy
  • 1 cup Pink Candy Melts
  • 1 teaspoon shortening or coconut oil
  • Pink sprinkles, optional

Instructions

  1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper and set aside.
  2. Cut sour belt rainbows in 1 inch pieces. Then cut out a small triangle on one end and cut the other end to a point. Cut little slits in-between to create the “feathers”.
  3. Put pink candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir in shortening or coconut oil. Repeat until all are melted.
  4. Next, dip a pretzel stick in the pink chocolate. Get a nice even coat and lay on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Repeat with all pretzel sticks.
  5. Place a gummy heart on one end and the rainbow tail on the other end while candy melts are still wet.
  6. If desired, add some pink sprinkles to the pretzels.
  7. Let dry completely, about 20 minutes.

Notes

Can use white chocolate instead of the pink candy melts.

© Jennifer Tammy
Cuisine: American / Category: Holiday Fun

These super simple Valentines Day treats are a total crowd-pleaser! It’s the perfect combo of sweet and salty with crunchy pretzels and chewy candies. A delicious and adorable holiday mash-up dessert!

For more fun Valentine’s Day desserts, check out our Teddy Bear OREOS or our Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Hearts.

A super easy Valentine's Day party treat, these Teddy Bear Oreos will steal your heart! Chocolate-dipped treats like these are perfect to make with kids because the cookies are already pre-made (no baking required!) and all you have to do is decorate (the fun part!!)

These no bake chocolate chip cookies dough hearts are a fun and easy Valentine's Day treat that kids can make!

Filed Under: Holiday Fun, Recipes Tagged With: desserts, snacks, Valentine's Day

Turkey Cheese Ball Thanksgiving Appetizer

November 9, 2018 Leave a Comment

What’s Inside: This Turkey Cheese Ball is a super cute Thanksgiving appetizer that takes just minutes to assemble with our shortcut recipe! 

This Turkey Cheese Ball is a super cute Thanksgiving appetizer that takes just minutes to assemble with our shortcut recipe!

Turkey Cheese Ball Thanksgiving Appetizer

Tell me I’m not the only one who gets hungry on Thanksgiving Day while the big meal cooks! Even typing this, I can practically smell those glorious yeast rolls, the turkey, the potatoes wafting throughout the house. Yummm!

That’s why we always make a hearty appetizer spread when we invite family and friends over for holiday meals. It keeps everyone busy, talking around the table, and keeps tummies from rumbling.

While the real turkey is roasting in the oven, you and your guests can enjoy this fun and festive turkey cheese ball appetizer.

If you’re in a hurry, you can put together this turkey cheese ball in about 5 minutes – can’t beat that!

However, if you want to let the kids get involved in Thanksgiving meal preparations, this is the perfect recipe for them to help make. There’s no cutting or cooking required, and they’ll have a blast decorating their turkeys!

Happy Thanksgiving!

— Stacey

Ingredients to make a turkey cheese ball appetizer

Turkey Cheese Ball Ingredients

  • Pre-made cheese Ball
  • Edible candy Eyes
  • Pretzel Sticks
  • Candy Corn
  • Crackers for dipping

How to Make a Turkey Cheese Ball

Remove your pre-made cheese ball from packaging and flip upside-down. Using a spoon, scoop out a small amount of cheese from the bottom of your cheese ball and set aside. This cheese will serve as the “glue” for assembling your turkey cheese ball.

How to make a turkey cheeseball

Flip cheese ball right side up again and place in the center of a serving plate.

Take one pretzel stick and poke it into the front of your cheese ball. This will be your turkey’s neck.

Turkey cheeseball Thanksgiving appetizer

Take about 8-10 pretzel sticks and poke them into the back of your turkey in a fan shape. These will be your turkey’s feathers.

Use some of the cheese you set aside earlier to attach your candy corn onto the top of the pretzel at the front of your cheese ball. Then use more of the cheese to attach the edible candy eyes to this pretzel as well. Here’s what it will look like:

How to make a turkey cheeseball

TIP: I found these adorable Edible candy Eyes with eyelashes on Amazon! They’ll really make your turkey look cute as can be!

After you’re done assembling, surround your turkey cheese ball with crackers and enjoy!

Isn’t this the cutest?!

This Turkey Cheese Ball is a super cute Thanksgiving appetizer that takes just minutes to assemble with our shortcut recipe!

 

Grab a Free Printable Copy of Our Easy Turkey Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe:

Yield: 12 servings

Turkey Cheese Ball Thanksgiving Appetizer

This Turkey Cheese Ball is a super cute Thanksgiving appetizer that takes just minutes to assemble with our shortcut recipe!

Ready in minutes! This turkey cheese ball is cute and delicious!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • Pre-made cheese Ball
  • Edible candy Eyes
  • Pretzel Sticks
  • Candy Corn
  • Crackers for dipping

Instructions

  1. Remove pre-made cheese ball from packaging and flip upside-down. Scoop out a small amount of cheese from the bottom of your cheese ball and set aside. This extra cheese will serve as the "glue" for assembling your turkey cheese ball.
  2. Flip cheese ball over place in the center of a round serving plate.
  3. Poke one pretzel stick into the front of the cheese ball to be your turkey's "neck."
  4. Take about 8-10 pretzel sticks and poke them into the back of your turkey in a fan shape. These will be your turkey's feathers.
  5. Use some of the cheese you set aside earlier to attach your candy corn onto the top of the pretzel at the front of your cheese ball. Then use more of the cheese to attach the edible candy eyes to this pretzel as well.
  6. Surround your turkey cheese ball with crackers and enjoy!
© Stacey Rodriguez
Cuisine: American / Category: Holiday Fun

More of our favorite Thanksgiving Snacks for Kids:

Click here to see all of our favorite Thanksgiving kids recipes to make and enjoy throughout the month!

From breakfast to dessert, we've got it covered with this complete collection of creative kids Thanksgiving recipes!

Filed Under: Holiday Fun, Party Recipes, Recipes Tagged With: appetizers, snacks, Thanksgiving

Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chex Mix

May 8, 2018 2 Comments

What’s Inside: A zesty party treat, this Buffalo Chex Mix is always a crowd-pleaser!

The perfect combination of sweet & spicy - Buffalo Chex Mix is addictively crunchy and the perfect party appetizer! Click for easy photo step-by-step instructions.

Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chex Mix

Growing up, my Granny used to make big batches of “party mix” — an amazingly sweet and savory blend of Chex mix and other goodies. I never knew exactly what was inside, but we kids all scarfed it down!

This Buffalo Chex Mix recipe is a twist on the classic party mix. It’s definitely got a little kick, but the sweet ingredients balance it out for the perfect blend of flavors.

We love to make this Buffalo Chex Mix as a party appetizer — it’s always a hit with the guests! This recipe also makes a wonderful homemade gift during the holidays (we make food gifts as a way to treat all of our family and friends, while staying on budget).

Careful though, one handful and you’ll be hooked!

Step by step collage showing how to make Chex party mix

Buffalo Chex Mix Ingredients

  • 9 cups chex mix
  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup buffalo-style hot sauce
  • 3-5 teaspoons cajun spice, to taste

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

  • Cookie sheet
  • Non-stick silicone baking mat

 

The perfect combination of sweet & spicy - Buffalo Chex Mix is addictively crunchy and the perfect party appetizer! Click for easy photo step-by-step instructions.

How to Make Sweet & Spicy Party Mix

Keep reading for photo step-by-step instructions! A free printable copy of this recipe is available at the bottom of the post.

Preheat oven to 350°F

Line a cookie sheet with silicone baking mat or foil coated with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.

Place Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios and peanuts in a large bowl.

How to make spicy Chex Mix - step by step photo collage

Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl (careful, the bowl may become hot). Add buffalo sauce to bowl and whisk with melted butter until smooth. Pour buffalo sauce over the Chex mix and stir to toss party mix until sauce is evenly distributed.

Pour the chex mix out onto the lined cookie tray and spread out to make an even layer. Sprinkle with cajun spice, as much or as little as desired.

Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the Chex Mix is dry to the touch, but before it starts to brown.

Allow the Chex Mix to cool on the baking tray before packaging or serving.

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The perfect combination of sweet & spicy - Buffalo Chex Mix is addictively crunchy and the perfect party appetizer!

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Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chex Mix

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 10 cups

Serving Size: 1 cup

Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chex Mix

The perfect combination of sweet & spicy - Buffalo Chex Mix is addictively crunchy and the perfect party appetizer!

Ingredients

  • 9 cups chex mix
  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup buffalo-style hot sauce
  • 3-5 teaspoons cajun spice, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F
  2. Line a cookie tray with a silicone liner or tinfoil and set aside.
  3. Place Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios and peanuts in a large bowl.
  4. Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl and stir in the hot sauce. Pour over the Chex mix and stir to evenly distribute.
  5. Pour the chex mix out onto the lined cookie tray and spread out to make an even layer.
  6. Sprinkle the cajun spice overtop of the Chex mix.
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the Chex Mix is dry to the touch but before it starts to brown.
  8. Allow the Chex Mix to cool on the baking tray before packaging or serving.
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The perfect combination of sweet & spicy - Buffalo Chex Mix is addictively crunchy and the perfect party appetizer! Click for easy photo step-by-step instructions.

More of our favorite easy party appetizers:

 

Restaurant Style Fried Pickles

Honey Glazed Crockpot Chex Mix

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Healthy Oatmeal Muffins (Gluten Free)

February 26, 2018 Leave a Comment

Better for you than a bowl of oatmeal, these Healthy Oatmeal Muffins are a nutrition-dense breakfast that’s perfect to make ahead for busy mornings!

Better for you than a bowl of oatmeal, these Healthy Oatmeal Muffins are a nutrition-dense breakfast that's perfect to make ahead for busy mornings!

Healthy Oatmeal Muffins

Steel cut oats are perfect for breakfast, but they’re not always practical to make in a pinch. That’s why we love to prep a pan of oatmeal and make a batch of these healthy oatmeal muffins — you can freeze them for later and heat them up in seconds on busy mornings!

What’s so healthy about these steel-cut oats muffins?

On top of being full of fiber from the oats, these muffins are also a great source of healthy fats thanks to the almond meal and flaxseed. Flaxseeds especially are full of omega three fatty acids which help promote brain development.

Due to the oats, these muffins are not overly fluffy but dense. This means that they make the perfect side to eggs, and taste delicious topped with your favorite jam. Plus, there’s no processed sugar! With no sugar high these muffins simply keep you full and give you lots of energy!

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Steel Cut Oat Muffins Ingredients

  • 1 medium banana
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 2 cups gluten free steel cut oats, cooked
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup almond meal
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
  • 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Kitchen Tools Used to Make this Recipe:

  • Muffin baking pan
  • Non-slip mixing bowls
  • Ice cream scoop

Healthy Oatmeal Muffins

How to Make Healthy Oatmeal Muffins

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl combine all dry ingredients (except walnuts)

In a smaller bowl, mash the banana and combine with the wet ingredients. Mix well.

Pour the wet mixture into the dry and mix until everything is coated.

Steel cut oatmeal in bowl

Spray a muffin tray with non stick and portion the batter into twelve tins.

Scooping oatmeal into muffin tin

Top with walnuts.

Bake for 15 minutes, flip the tray and bake for another 13-15 minutes watching closely at the end.

Remove from the oven and let the muffins sit in the tins to cool for twenty minutes.

Makes 12 muffins.

 

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Healthy Oatmeal Muffins (Gluten Free)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Yield: 12 muffins

Healthy Oatmeal Muffins (Gluten Free)

Better for you than a bowl of oatmeal, these Healthy Oatmeal Muffins are a nutrition-dense breakfast that's perfect to make ahead for busy mornings!

Ingredients

  • 1 medium banana
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 2 cups steel cut oats, cooked
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup almond meal
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
  • 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl combine all dry ingredients (except walnuts)
  3. In a smaller bowl, mash the banana and combine with the wet ingredients. Mix well.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry and mix until everything is coated.
  5. Spray a muffin tray with non stick and portion the batter into twelve tins.
  6. Top with walnuts.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes, flip the tray and bake for another 13-15 minutes watching closely at the end.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the muffins sit in the tins to cool for twenty minutes.
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These muffins make the perfect addition to any breakfast for both moms and kids! They’re dense, filling and taste amazing topped with jam. Enjoy them as a side dish or use them as snacks when you need some fuel.

More of our favorite muffin recipes:

For more delicious muffin recipes, check out our Sugar-free Lemon Muffin recipe or our Pepperoni & Cheese Muffin recipe.

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Easy Apple Muffins

February 9, 2018 4 Comments

If you’ve been around In the Kids Kitchen for awhile, you know that we love healthy muffin recipes for a quick breakfast-on-the-go or an easy afternoon treat – not to mention they are super easy to kids to help make! Today we’re sharing a delicious easy apple muffin recipe your kids are going to love!

Easy Apple Muffins

Muffins are great for making with kids because you don’t need to break out the mixer and you don’t have to worry if there are lumps in your batter.

Muffins are incredibly forgiving – despite spills and occasional missed ingredients, I’ve never had a batch turn out truly horrible so you can just focus on having a great time baking with the kids and not worry if things don’t go perfectly.

Plus, unlike more sugary desserts, you won’t have to hesitate to let the kids indulge in their creations.

homemade apple muffins made with kids

These apple cinnamon muffins are moist thanks to the inclusion of applesauce, with a delicious apple-cinnamon flavor that just tastes like fall.

This is a great recipe to make when you need to use up a couple bruised apples – which we always have plenty of after a trip to the apple orchard. (One of my favorite fall traditions!)

Applesauce Muffins with real apple slices and cinnamon

Easy Apple Muffins Ingredients

  • 1 Cup flour
  • ¾ Tsp baking powder
  • ½ Cup sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • ¼ Cup butter, melted
  • ⅓ Cup milk
  • ¼ Cup applesauce
  • 1 Tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 Apple sliced

Tip: Our easy apple muffins make the perfect make-ahead breakfast! Store them in an airtight container and freeze them for up to 4 months.

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

  • Non-slip mixing bowls
  • Muffin tray
  • Silicone baking cups

homemade apple cinnamon muffins made with real apples and applesauce

How to Make Apple Cinnamon Muffins with Kids

Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with disposable liners. (We also love these non-stick silicon baking cups because muffins and cupcakes pop right out of them!)

Sift the flour and baking powder into a mixing bowl. Add the sugar and mix.

Add the butter and mix well, using a hand or stand mixer.

Add the egg, milk, applesauce, and vanilla. Continue mixing until you get a homogeneous batter.

Fold in half the apple slices and scoop into the liners.

Top with the remaining apple slices and take to the oven for 20 minutes or until done.

Remove from the oven and let muffins cool down for 5 minutes before serving. If freezing, allow to cool to room temperature before placing in an airtight container.

Free printable copy of our easy apple muffins recipe available at the bottom of the post.

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Easy Apple Muffins

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Easy Apple Muffins

Our easy apple muffins make the perfect make-ahead breakfast to grab-n-go! Made with real apples and simple, real-food ingredients, they're a guaranteed hit with kids!

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup flour
  • ¾ Tsp baking powder
  • ½ Cup sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • ¼ Cup butter, melted
  • ⅓ Cup milk
  • ¼ Cup applesauce
  • 1 Tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 Apple sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F and line a muffin tin with disposable liners.
  2. Sift the flour and baking powder in a bowl. Add the sugar and mix.
  3. Add the butter and mix well.
  4. Add the egg, milk, applesauce, and vanilla. Mix until you get a homogeneous batter.
  5. Fold in half the apple slices and scoop into the liners.
  6. Top with the remaining apple slices and take to the oven for 20 minutes or until done.
  7. Remove from the oven and let them cool down for 5 minutes.
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Does your family go to an apple orchard every fall? What are some of your favorite fall family traditions?

For more delicious fall recipes, check out our cake mix pumpkin bundt cake recipe or our mummy meatballs appetizer recipe.

Easy kids Halloween appetizer - Mummy Meatballs

 

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Homemade Crunchy Granola Recipe (Naturally Sweetened)

January 29, 2018 Leave a Comment

Granola is the perfect pantry staple for a busy family. It works on top of yogurt, smoothie bowls, all by itself in a handful or made into bars like this. Many store-bought brands contain artificial sweeteners or additives, so we make our own healthy, naturally-sweetened homemade crunchy granola!

How to make healthy homemade crunchy granola

Homemade Crunchy Granola Recipe

This crunchy granola recipe is perfect when added to just about anything. However, my personal favorite is to eat it in place of cereal in a bowl with some almond milk. The presence of both maple and cinnamon give it a sweet taste and truthfully, you’ll be hard pressed not to eat the whole batch!

Our homemade crunchy granola is packed full of goodies to provide lasting energy:

  • healthy fats
  • omega 3’s
  • protein
  • whole grains

The large, toasted coconut help balance the fat ratio providing some healthy saturated fats but also give it the crunchy texture I love.

The wet ingredients both make this granola sweet as well as bind it together making it so unless you break it apart you end up with fun tasty little granola clusters! All in all, this granola is the perfect addition to an oatmeal breakfast, a great yogurt topper, and even better by the handful snuck out of the fridge!

Collage image showing how to make homemade granola clusters

Homemade Crunchy Granola Ingredients

  • 1 cup large, toasted coconut shavings
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 3/4 regular oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 cup smooth almond butter
  • 1/4 coconut oil (measured solid)
  • 1 tbs raw honey
  • 1/4 cup syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Tip: Make sure you use shaved toasted coconut and not shredded. Not only does it enhance the flavor but it helps it all stick together.

Kitchen Tools You may Find Helpful

  • Non-slip mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Small sauce pot

Crunchy granola in jar

How to make our naturally-sweetened crunchy granola:

Preheat the oven to 300°F.

Add dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir to combine.

Add wet ingredients to a small saucepan and heat on low (if you place the stove too hot the almond butter will burn). Whisk frequently until all wet ingredients are smoothly combined.

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry and mix everything is coated and semi sticky- try not to eat it all here!

Stirring ingredients to make crunchy granola

Line a pan with parchment paper and spread granola mixture evenly over the pan. Try to keep the granola together and not spread apart but keep the layer thin.

Bake for 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir placing the granola back into a single layer.

Bake another 10-12 minutes keeping watch carefully in the last two minutes. You want the granola to be just starting to brown. (Any longer and you’ll risk it burning).

Baking healthy homemade granola

Remove the pan from the oven and let sit on the counter for one hour. The granola will harden as it sits.

After an hour, break granola apart as much as preferred and store in mason jars in the fridge.

Makes 5 cups.

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Homemade Crunchy Granola Recipe (Naturally Sweetened)

Homemade Crunchy Granola Recipe (Naturally Sweetened)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup large, toasted coconut shavings
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 3/4 regular oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 cup smooth almond butter
  • 1/4 coconut oil (measured solid)
  • 1 tbs raw honey
  • 1/4 cup syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl combine the dry ingredients and mix.
  3. In a small pot combine the wet ingredients and heat on low (if you place the stove too hot the almond butter will burn).
  4. Whisk frequently until all wet ingredients are combined.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry and mix well until everything is coated and semi sticky- try not to eat it all here!.
  6. Line a pan with parchment paper and spread granola mixture evenly over the pan. Try to keep the granola together and not spread apart but keep the layer thin.
  7. Bake for 12 minutes. Remove from the over and stir placing the granola back into a single layer.
  8. Bake another 10-12 minutes keeping watch carefully in the last two minutes. You want the granola to be just starting to brown. Any longer and it will burn.
  9. Remove the pan from the oven and let sit on the counter for one hour.
  10. The granola will harden as it sits.
  11. After an hour, break granola apart as much as preferred and store in mason jars in the fridge.
  12. Makes 5 cups.
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If you’re looking for something sweet, crunchy and full of healthy ingredients this homemade crunchy granola is perfect for you! It makes a great addition to smoothie bowls but it’s also great all by itself or packed into a bag for snacks on the go.

More of our favorite healthy snacks:

Homemade Sweet Almond Protein Bars

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Healthy Chocolate Fruit Dip

January 23, 2018 Leave a Comment

Make eating fruit a lot more fun with this healthy chocolate fruit dip! Only 4 simple real food ingredients needed.

This fluffy chocolate spread pairs perfectly with fruit as an after school snack. (It also makes a crowd-pleasing party dip).

Along with energy balls this is just one of those snacks I almost always have in my fridge! It’s tasty for kids but also makes the perfect late night snack for mom & dad – that you don’t have to feel guilty about eating.

Healthy Chocolate Fruit Dip

It’s no secret that I love chocolate!

From brownies to bite size protein balls and now this healthy dip is there anything better than chocolate?

That said, it’s always a nice twist when the chocolate in question is healthy.. and that’s exactly what this simple fruit dip is!

This healthy chocolate fruit dip is made with only four ingredients and takes less than five minutes to whip together. Win!

How to make healthy chocolate fruit dip - snack for kids

Thanks to the greek yogurt the dip is full of protein as well as healthy fats from the almond butter which means it pairs perfectly with some fruit. This dip not only tastes good but it will keep little tummies feeling full until dinnertime!

There’s also a definitely perk if you use raw cacao. As one of the purest forms of chocolate raw cacao is high in anti-oxidants but not loaded with sugar. But not to worry! Using some pure maple syrup you can sweeten the dip.

Whipped Chocolate Fruit Dip Ingredients

You only need 4 simple real food ingredients!

  • 3/4 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons smooth natural almond butter
  • 1/8 cup raw cacao
  • 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup

Tip: We use raw cacao for the extra nutritional benefits, but if raw cacao is not readily accessible, feel free to substitute cocoa powder.

Free printable copy of this recipe available at bottom of post.

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful:

  • Non-slip mixing bowls
  • Wire whisk

How to Make Healthy Chocolate Fruit Dip

This healthy chocolate fruit dip couldn’t be easier to make!

Simply add all ingredients to a medium mixing bowl and whisk until well combined and fluffy.

Tip: Start slow, otherwise you’ll have cacao everywhere 😉

Be sure to pin our whipped chocolate spread on Pinterest to save the recipe for later!

Make eating fruit a lot more fun with this healthy chocolate fruit dip! Only 4 simple real food ingredients and ready in minutes - this fluffy chocolate spread pairs perfectly with fruit as an after school snack. It also makes a sweet party dip! #chocolate #healthyrecipes

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Healthy Whipped Chocolate Fruit Dip (Only 4 Ingredients!)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons smooth natural almond butter
  • 1/8 cup raw cacao
  • 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Simply add all the ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk with a fork until completely combined and fluffy. (Start slow, otherwise you'll have cacao everywhere!)
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Make eating fruit fun with this whipped chocolate dip!

Your turn: What’s your favorite “sneaky” health food recipe? Share in the comments below.

More of our favorite healthy-ish chocolate recipes:

For more delicious yet healthy chocolate recipes, check out our Greek Yogurt Chocolate Muffins or our healthy-ish Peanut Butter hot chocolate recipe.

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Restaurant-Style Easy Fried Pickles

January 22, 2018 2 Comments

Inside: How to make easy fried pickles at home, a true southern treat!

Restaurant-Style Easy Fried Pickles

When our family first moved to Texas over a decade ago, one of the first things people told us was:

You’ve GOT to try the fried pickles!!

And they were right!

Fried pickles are everywhere in Texas, and turns out they are known as quite the southern delicacy.

If you’re not from the South and don’t see fried pickles on your local restaurant menus -OR- if you’ve been itching to make them at home, then we have the perfect easy fried pickles recipe for you!

Fried pickles are a fun party appetizer, treat for the kids, or anytime snack. We promise, you won’t be able to eat just one!

Fried Pickle Spears Ingredients

  • 8 pickles, quartered into slices (we used dill pickles)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup panko-style bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups cooking oil

Keep reading for photo step-by-step instructions or scroll to the bottom of the post for a free printable copy of our easy homemade fried pickles recipe.

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  • Deep fryer

How to make easy fried pickles at home, a true southern treat!

How to Make Restaurant-Syle Easy Fried Pickles at Home

Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside.

Slice your pickles into quarters, stem to stem. Set aside.

Combine the milk and egg into a shallow dish. Set aside.

Combine the flour, bread crumbs, mustard powder, salt and pepper in a second shallow dish and adjust to taste.

How to make fried pickles at home

Dip each pickle into the milk and egg mixture and then into the flour mixture, turning to coat completely.

How to make easy fried pickles at home, a true southern treat!

Place the breaded pickles on your baking tray and repeat with all pickles.

Freeze for at least 20 minutes (or overnight if you have time).

Heat your oil in a skillet, dutch oven or deep fryer until it reaches 375°F.

Remove the pickles from the freezer and carefully place 6 at a time in the oil, turning once to ensure both sides are completely golden brown.

Remove to a paper-lined plate to cool and repeat with all pickles.

Best enjoyed immediately.

Make easy fried pickles at home - just like restaurants! A southern treat, fried dill pickle spears make the perfect unique party appetizer or snack!

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More of our favorite party appetizers:

A nutritious (and delicious) alternative to greasy french fries, these Baked Avocado Fries are packed with vitamins and fiber. Plus they're easy to make!

Healthy Baked Avocado Fries

Honey Glazed Crockpot Chex Mix

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Easy Restaurant-Style Fried Pickles

Ingredients

  • 8 pickles, quartered into slices
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup panko-style bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Line a baking tray with tinfoil and set aside.
  2. Slice your pickles into quarters, stem to stem. Set aside.
  3. Combine the milk and egg into a shallow dish. Set aside.
  4. Combine the flour, bread crumbs, mustard powder, salt and pepper in a second shallow dish and adjust to taste.
  5. Dip each pickle into the milk and egg mixture and then into the flour mixture, turning to coat completely.
  6. Place the breaded pickles on your baking tray and repeat with all pickles.
  7. Freeze for 20 minutes or overnight.
  8. Heat your oil in a skillet, dutch oven or deep fryer until it reaches 375F
  9. Remove the pickles from the freezer and carefully place 6 at a time in the oil, turning once to ensure both sides are completely golden brown.
  10. Remove to a paper-lined plate and repeat with all pickles.
  11. Serve immediately.
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Easy Orange Apple Yogurt Parfait

January 4, 2018 Leave a Comment

As a breakfast or a snack yogurt parfaits are quick, tasty and filling! This nutritious orange apple yogurt parfait is refreshing and perfect if you’re in a bit of a rush. Make it ahead of time and take it with you to work or let the kids devour it as an after school snack.

Easy orange apple yogurt parfait is a healthy way to start the day! Lots of Vitamin C, good fats, protein, and no processed sugar.

Easy Orange Apple Yogurt Parfait

I personally love yogurt parfaits because they’re an easy way to get great nutrients into kids (and us adults too!). Opt for greek yogurt and the parfait will not only be thick and creamy but filling too- making it an easy, summertime breakfast in a pinch!

This parfait is citrus based which is refreshing on a hot day and contains lots of healthy fats from flaxseed and walnuts. And with no processed sugar, it won’t leave your kids bouncing off the walls. There’s also a healthy dose of protein from the Greek yogurt and Vitamin C from the citrus fruit!

When choosing your yogurt, opt for a plain variation (enough sweetness comes from fruit and honey in this one!) and if you can, find a thicker brand. This will help keep the parfait creamy once it’s mixed with orange juice.

Citrus Apple Yogurt Parfait Ingredients

  • 1 orange
  • 3/4 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 tbs honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
  • 1/2 apple, chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful:

  • Non-slip mixing bowls (perfect for when the kids want to help in the kitchen!)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

How to Make a Citrus Breakfast Yogurt Parfait

Cut the orange in half. Juice one half of the orange into the greek yogurt and add the honey.

Mix to combine.

Chop the rest of the orange.

In a bowl, layer half the yogurt and top with half of the chopped apple, the flaxseed and the orange.

Layer the remaining yogurt and top with the rest of the chopped apple and walnut.

Enjoy.

Makes one orange apple yogurt parfait.

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Orange Apple Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients

  • 1 orange
  • 3/4 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 tbs honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
  • 1/2 apple, chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons walnuts, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cut the orange in half. Juice one half of the orange into the greek yogurt and add the honey.
  2. Mix to combine.
  3. Chop the rest of the orange.
  4. In a bowl, layer half the yogurt and top with half of the chopped apple, the flaxseed and the orange.
  5. Layer the remaining yogurt and top with the rest of the chopped apple and walnut.
  6. Enjoy.
  7. Serves one.
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This orange apple yogurt parfait is perfect for kids and adults alike! It’s simple, tasty and will keep you full until your next meal. Plus, with the addition of flaxseed and walnuts you’re getting a healthy dose of fats too!

For more delicious and easy breakfast ideas, check out our Veggie Breakfast Egg Cups recipe or our Fresh Blueberry Loaf recipe.

No more mid-morning crash! These easy and delicious veggie egg cups are a protein-packed breakfast that provides lasting energy.

Forget muffins!! Take advantage of the summer growing season with this amazing blueberry loaf! Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime!

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Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas Snack Recipe

November 25, 2017 1 Comment

Inside: A healthy alternative to chips, your kids will love these crunchy roasted chickpeas snack!

Roasted chickpeas make the perfect snack! Easy to make, filling and deliciously crunchy. These salted chickpeas are tasty, addictive and ideal on movie night.

Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas Snack Recipe

Chickpeas are full of fiber which is ideal for anyone looking to boost their digestive system. On top of that, they’re a great source of plant based protein- something many kids don’t get enough of.

Due to the protein and the fiber content chickpeas are a very filling snack- so you don’t need a lot of them. These salted ones are simple but addictive. They work nicely when you’re out of the house for the day or as a healthy, movie night snack.

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  • Chickpeas 
  • Olive oil
  • Sea salt
  • Paprika

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful:

  • Baking sheet
  • Non-stick silicone baking mat

How to Make this Roasted Chickpeas Snack:

If you’re using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight, cook and cool.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl drizzle olive oil over the chickpeas and toss until coated.

Sprinkle the sea salt and paprika over the chickpeas and toss again.

Line a large baking sheet with tinfoil and spread the chickpeas into one layer.

Pro tip: We love these reusable silicone baking mats because they’re non-stick and you can use them over and over for all your baking projects!

Cook for fifteen minutes. Remove from oven and stir.

Cook for another seventeen minutes and stir once more. Your chickpeas should be looking golden brown.

Place them back in the oven and cook for 5-8 more minutes keeping a close eye on them. You want them to get a bit crunchy but not burnt.

Remove from oven and let sit on the pan for fifteen minutes to cool.

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Crunchy Roasted Salted Chickpeas

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1.5 cups dry)
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. If you're using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight, cook and cool.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  3. In a large bowl drizzle olive oil over the chickpeas and toss until coated.
  4. Sprinkle the sea salt and paprika over the chickpeas and toss again.
  5. Line a large baking sheet with tinfoil and spread the chickpeas into one layer.
  6. Cook for fifteen minutes. Remove from oven and stir.
  7. Cook for another seventeen minutes and stir once more. Your chickpeas should be looking golden brown.
  8. Place them back in the oven and cook for 5-8 more minutes keeping a close eye on them. You want them to get a bit crunchy but not burnt.
  9. Remove from oven and let sit on the pan for fifteen minutes to cool.
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Roasted chickpeas are full of health benefits like fiber and plant based protein. They’re simple, tasty and best of all… crunchy! They make a great on the go snack but are also ideal to munch on during family movie night.

For more delicious healthy snack recipes, check out our Zucchini Chips recipe or our Rainbow Jell-O Frosted Grapes recipe.

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Honey Glazed Crockpot Chex Mix

November 7, 2017 1 Comment

Inside: A classic holiday party snack made even easier with this Crockpot Chex Mix recipe! 

Bonus: Set your slow cooker to “warm” during the party so your guests can enjoy the rare treat of warm chex mix.

A classic holiday party snack made even easier with this Crockpot Chex Mix recipe! An addicting combination of sweet, salty, & crunchy!

Honey Glazed Crockpot Chex Mix Recipe

Usually when I see Chex party mix served at a party, it’s either spicy or unseasoned – but the Chex Mix I remember from my childhood was sweet and crunchy, so that’s what I set out to create with this easy Crockpot Chex Mix recipe.

The honey coating hardens into a shiny, sweet glaze that works deliciously with all of the different mix-ins, to make a salty-sweet, crunchy party mix that you won’t be able to stop eating!

easy crockpot chex mix recipe

This recipe makes a ton of party mix – so it’s great for a crowd, or you can cook once and serve not just for the party, but save some for a fun lunch box snack or bake sale item. (Leave out the nuts if you’re planning to throw in lunch bags – just toss them in at the party.)

This recipe got more compliments than some of the more complicated desserts that I served at last year’s Thanksgiving, so I’ll just take it easier on myself and serve this instead! It was just as popular with the adults as it was with the kids.

— Jennifer

PS- Be sure to try our Zesty Buffalo Chex Mix too!

 

Crockpot Chex Mix Shopping List

  • Chex cereal (1 small box)
  • Pretzels
  • Honey Nut Cheerios
  • Peanuts
  • Butter
  • Brown sugar
  • Honey
  • Vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon, optional
  • Crock-pot
  • Crock-pot Liners
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Large spoon or spatula

Free printable copy of recipe with full ingredient amounts and directions available at bottom of post.

How to Make Slow Cooker Chex Mix

Place Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios, and peanuts in a large crockpot. Stir it to make an evenly distributed mix.

Melt the butter and pour over the chex mix in the crockpot. Stir, then sprinkle half of brown sugar overtop, stir again and add remaining half.

Drizzle on the honey, vanilla and cinnamon (if using).

Give the whole thing one final stir and then warm on low for 2 hours, stirring approximately every half hour.

Serve warm or cold.

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Honey Glazed Crockpot Chex Mix

Ingredients

  • 10 cups Chex cereal (1 small box)
  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon, optional

Instructions

  1. Place Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios, and peanuts in a large crockpot. Stir it to make an evenly distributed mix.
  2. Melt the butter and pour over the chex mix in the crockpot. Stir, then sprinkle half of brown sugar overtop, stir again and add remaining half.
  3. Drizzle on the honey, vanilla and cinnamon (if using).
  4. Give the whole thing one final stir and then warm on low for 2 hours, stirring approximately every half hour.
  5. Serve warm or cold.
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Do you like your Chex Mix spicy or sweet? What other classic party treats do you look forward to during the holidays?

For more delicious party food inspiration, check out our zombie gut cinnamon rolls recipe or our fizzy crockpot apple cider punch recipe.

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Crispy Homemade Baked Zucchini Chips

October 20, 2017 1 Comment

Inside: These crispy baked zucchini chips have all the crunch kids love in potato chips – and they’re healthier!

It’s rare you meet a kid who doesn’t like snacking on chips (or an adult for that matter)! Unfortunately, they don’t offer much in the way of nutrition.

So before you reach for a bag of regular chips, why not try these healthy, pop in your mouth veggie chips!

These crispy baked zucchini chips have all the crunch kids love in potato chips - and they're healthier! A win-win snack that's easy to make at home.

Crispy Homemade Baked Zucchini Chips Recipe

These veggie chips require minimal ingredients, are simple to make and slightly addictive in taste! If you’ve got extra zucchini growing in your garden this year, this is a perfect way to use them!

Zucchini is a great source of vitamin C as well as fiber and omega three fatty acids. With those as well as other vitamins zucchini can help boost your health and prevent cardiovascular disease.

Pro Tip: I like to use coconut oil for the veggie chips because it has a high heat point. Meaning, coconut oil actually retains its structural (and nutritional) integrity at high temperatures. Since coconut oil is anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and full of good fats, maintaining its integrity is pretty key.

These Zucchini chips are simple but extremely addictive so be careful not to eat too many before sharing!

Homemade Zucchini Chips Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini
  • 2.5 tablespoons coconut oil (measured solid)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Tip: swap out our suggested seasonings for your favorite spice blend.

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  • Non-stick baking sheet
  • Silicone spatula
  • Non-slip mixing bowls

These crispy baked zucchini chips have all the crunch kids love in potato chips - and they're healthier! A win-win snack that's easy to make at home.

How to Make Homemade Baked Zucchini Chips

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Place the coconut oil in the microwave and cook until melted (be sure to use a microwave-safe bowl and handle carefully, as bowl may be hot).

Very carefully, slice the zucchini as thinly as possible. Move slowly to ensure the zucchini are sliced the same size (otherwise cooking times are tricky).

Mix the three seasonings in a small bowl.

Place all the zucchini slices into a large bowl and pour on coconut oil. Toss the zucchini to coat. Sprinkle the seasoning over the slices and use a spatula to make sure they’re all coated.

Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lay the zucchini out trying not to double layer the chips.

Note: because coconut oil hardens when chilled, the zucchini may be a bit stuck together. Use your hands to separate and place the zucchini on the tray.

Once the chips are placed, sprinkle just a pinch more salt along the top.

Bake in the oven for 14 minutes before turning the pan. Bake for another 14-17 minutes. For the next 4 minutes keep a close eye on the zucchini so they don’t burn. You want them to be brown and starting to crisp.

Depending on the hot spots in your oven, you may need to remove the cooked chips from the pan after 17 minutes and leave the remaining ones for two to three more minutes. This is not a recipe you can just put in the oven and walk away from- keep a close eye on the chips so they don’t burn.

Once finished. Let them sit on the tray for five minutes to cool.

Enjoy warm.

Makes roughly one cup.

Free printable copy of this baked zucchini chips recipe at bottom of post.

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Zucchini chips are a healthy snack that kids will love! A win-win!

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Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini
  • 2.5 tablespoons coconut oil (measured solid)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Place the coconut oil in the microwave and cook until melted.
  2. Very carefully, slice the zucchini as thinly as possible. Move slowly to ensure the zucchini are sliced the same size (otherwise cooking times are tricky).
  3. Mix the three seasonings in a small bowl.
  4. Place all the zucchini slices into a large bowl and pour on coconut oil. Toss the zucchini to coat. Sprinkle the seasoning over the slices and use a spatula to make sure they're all coated.
  5. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lay the zucchini out trying not to double layer the chips.
  6. Note: because coconut oil hardens when chilled, the zucchini may be a bit stuck together. Use your hands to separate and place the zucchini on the tray.
  7. Once the chips are placed, sprinkle just a pinch more salt along the top.
  8. Bake in the oven for 14 minutes before turning the pan. Bake for another 14-17 minutes. For the next 4 minutes keep a close eye on the zucchini so they don't burn. You want them to be brown and starting to crisp.
  9. Depending on the hot spots in your oven, you may need to remove the cooked chips from the pan after 17 minutes and leave the remaining ones for two to three more minutes. This is not a recipe you can just put in the oven and walk away from- keep a close eye on the chips so they don't burn.
  10. Once finished. Let them sit on the tray for five minutes to cool.
  11. Enjoy warm.
  12. Makes roughly one cup.
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These crispy baked zucchini chips have all the crunch kids love in potato chips - and they're healthier! A win-win snack that's easy to make at home.

These zucchini chips are simple, tasty and healthy. They make the perfect movie night or picnic snack. The chips are salty, addictive and a great way to get kids to eat a few extra veggies!

For more delicious and healthy snacks kids will love, check out our healthy black bean brownies recipe or our baked avocado fries recipe.

 

A nutritious (and delicious) alternative to greasy french fries, these Baked Avocado Fries are packed with vitamins and fiber. Plus they're easy to make!

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30+ Super Cute Thanksgiving Recipes for Kids

October 4, 2017 1 Comment

Inside: From breakfast to dessert, we’ve got it covered with this complete collection of cute and creative Thanksgiving recipes for kids!

Click here to see ALL of the cutest Thanksgiving recipes for kids! Snacks, desserts, lunchbox ideas and more!

You’ll Love These Super Cute Thanksgiving Recipes for Kids!

Thanksgiving is definitely a food holiday! Whether you’ve got a budding chef who wants to help in the kitchen, or you’re looking for ways to make school lunches fun in the fall, we’ve got it all here!

From unexpected Thanksgiving inspired breakfasts, to turkey-themed treats, there’s something for everyone on this list of the best kids Thanksgiving recipes from our favorite family food bloggers!

Click on links below for full recipes:

Terrific Thanksgiving Treats

  • Cake Mix Pumpkin Bundt Cake (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — A box mix shortcut makes this recipe super easy – and it’s still amazingly moist and delicious!
  • Chocolate & Pumpkin Spice Truffles (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Drop one of these pumpkin shaped treats into a mug of warm milk to make a delicious pumpkin hot cocoa!
  • Magical Pumpkin Cake (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — A decadently fluffy layered pumpkin & chocolate dessert.
  • Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups (recipe on Arts & Crackers) — An adorable fall version of the always delicious chocolate dirt pudding.
  • Pumpkin Bread Pudding (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Ooey-gooey bread pudding with chunks of rich pumpkin baked right in; this one is guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family!
  • Cinderella’s Pumpkin Sugar Cookies (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — Perfect for the Disney fans of the family!
  • Turkey Brownies (recipe on Mommy’s Bundle) — Jazz up traditional fudge brownies with turkey decorations!
  • Healthier Pumpkin Pie (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — Low carb and low sugar, a win-win for everyone!
  • Mini Pumpkin Pies (recipe on Dinner with the Rollos) — Just the right size for little hands!
  • Turkey Pudding Cups (recipe on Crystal & Comp) — A cookie & frosting takes this pudding cup to the next level of Thanksgiving fun!
  • Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes (recipe on Wholesome Yum) — A handheld healthy Thanksgiving dessert, both paleo and low carb!
  • “Secret Ingredient” Pumpkin Spice Cookies (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — Kid-approved and fun to bake together!
  • Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Loaf (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — Now you can recreate the coffee shop favorite anytime at home!
  • Pumpkin Snickerdoodles (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — A new twist on a classic cookie – decorate them for even more baking fun!
  • Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — Pretty much the cutest Thanksgiving treat ever!
  • Pumpkin Pie Ravioli (recipe on Arts & Crackers) — It’s actually a dessert!

 

Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Dinner

  • Turkey Cheese Ball — An adorable snack while Thanksgiving dinner is in the oven!
  • Homemade Butter (recipe on Buggy & Buddy) — Kids will get a kick out of making their own butter to spread on Thanksgiving rolls!
  • Crockpot Mashed Potatoes (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — This classic side dish has never been easier to make!
  • Sugar-free Cranberry Sauce (recipe on Wholesome Yum) — Once you’ve had the real thing, you might never go back to the canned version!
  • Ginger Ale Glazed Carrots (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Only 2 ingredients and there will be NO leftovers!
  • Cranberry Crescent Rolls (recipe on Beauty Through Imperfection) — A fun way to enjoy cranberry sauce with dinner!
  • Dairy Free Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Candied Pecans (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — So tasty that kids will never know this side dish is actually good for them!
  • Homemade Mac & Cheese (recipe on Dinner with the Rollos) — Because everything is better with mac & cheese!

 

Kids Thanksgiving Recipes for Breakfast

  • Pumpkin Pancakes (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — A festive pumpkin-shaped breakfast that’s perfect all the way from Halloween through Thanksgiving.
  • Pumpkin French Toast Sticks (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Real pumpkin in the batter!
  • “Turkey” Toast (recipe on Beauty Through Imperfection) — Grab those Thanksgiving cookie cutter for a high-protein (and fun) way to start the day!
  • Pumpkin Spice Scones (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — Psst…this one is perfect with coffee (or hot cocoa for the kids)
  • Crockpot Apple Cinnamon Rice Pudding (recipe on Rainy Day Mum) — Full of fall flavor and sure to warm up the family on cool mornings.

 

Kids Thanksgiving Themed Lunchbox Ideas

  • Pumpkin Hummus (recipe on Sugar Spice & Glitter) — A yummy fall dip to enjoy fruits and veggies!
  • 2-Bite Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — High in protein and fiber, these sweet treats are perfect to pop in a lunchbox!
  • Turkey Shaped Sandwich (recipe on Arts & Crackers) — The cutest & most creative turkey sandwich you’ll ever see!
  • Brined Pumpkin Seeds (recipe on Twitchetts) — A healthier alternative to chips!
  • Leftover Turkey Dinner Tacos (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — An exciting new way to use all that leftover turkey!

More of our favorite holiday recipe collections for kids:

An AWESOME collection of over 40 of our favorite Halloween snacks that are not only kid-approved, but kid-made too! Healthy snacks, party treats, & more!

40+ Kid-made Halloween Snacks

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