Kid Friendly Snacks

Geraldine

A healthy outside starts from the inside

– Robert Urich

YOGHURT

Yoghurt is a good source of protein and calcium, which is important for kid’s developing bones. Some yoghurt also contain live bacteria, which benefit the digestive system. Choose plain, full-fat yoghurt and sweeten it with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey.

Yoghurt

POPCORN

Popcorn is nutritious whole grain as long as you don’t top it with unhealthy flavourings. Air-pop your own popcorn, drizzle it with a little butter, and sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese on top. (Popcorn can be a choking hazzard for young children)

Popcorn

HARD BOILED EGGS

Hard boiled eggs in tghe fridge makes for a quick high-protein treat. Eggs are highly nutritious and provide high quality protein and several vitamines and minerals, including vitamin B12, riboflavin, choline and selenium.

Hard Boiled Eggs

NUTS

Nuts are high in healthy fats, fibre and antioxidanrs. Trial mix a healthy snack for kids to eat on the go. You can easily make your own at home. Mux nuts, dried fruit, and a whole grain cereal. (Nuts can be a choking hazzard for young kids)

Nuts

COTTAGE CHEESE

Cottage cheese is fresh and creamy and soft enough for even infants to eat. It’s rich in protein and a good source of selenium, vitamin B12, and calcium.

Cottage Cheese

BANANA OAT COOKIES

Homemade banana cookies are a healthy snack for kids and they taste like a treat, without unhealthy sugar. The bananas give the sweetness to the cookies.

Banana Oat Cookies

  • 3 Ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1/3 cup coccnut oil (80ml)
  • 2 Cups rolled oats (160g)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts or raisins. (80-90g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence (5ml)

Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Place spoonfuls of the cookie mixture onto a greased cookie sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes at 175°C. (350°F)

Oat Cookies

SMOOTHIES

Homemade smoothies are a good way to pack a lot of nutrients into a small snack. Add veggies, whole fresh fruit and avoid fruit juice, which is hign in sugar.

Berry Smoothy

  • 2 Cups fresh spinach (60g)
  • 2 Cups frozen berries (300g)
  • 1 cup plain yoghurt (240ml)
  • 1 cup dairy or almond milk (240ml)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (20g)

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

Smoothies