Lesson 4

Five Healthy Snacks for Toddlers

1) Carrots with peanut dipping sauce

   3 tablespoons of peanut butter

·      1 tablespoon of honey

·      A splash of soy sauce

·      A few drops of sesame oil

·      Water to smooth

·      Carrot sticks

Mix everything but the carrot sticks together with a fork or whisk in a bowl. Add water as needed to thin mixture to a dipping consistency (all-natural peanut butter needs more; everyday brands need less).

Kids can help: Scrape carrots, stir ingredients
Extras: Torn up cilantro, basil, a squeeze of lime juice or sliced green onion tops. Try apple slices instead of carrots
Bonus tip: Store carrot sticks in water to keep them crisp and juicy

                      

  2) Fruit with Creamy Dip

• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• Cherries with stems attached

Stir sour cream, brown sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl. Rinse cherries and arrange them for dipping.

Kids can help: Mix ingredients, wash fruit
Extras: Use yogurt instead of sour cream, use apple or pear slices, strawberries or other berries if they're in season.

            

3) Homemade potato chips

• One Russet potato sliced paper thin
• Salt (optional)
• Parchment paper

Cut a sheet of parchment paper to fit a plate. Lay discs of potato on top in a flat layer, none touching. Sprinkle layer with salt, if desired. Cover with another sheet of parchment paper. Microwave for 5-6 minutes. Discs will have become lightly browned potato chips.

4) Ham Rollers

Slice apple into thin wedges. Top with a small slice of cheddar cheese. Wrap with a slice of deli ham.

5) Homemade Popsicle

Blend one 20-oz can crushed pineapple, 1 banana, 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt, 1/2 cup ice and 1/2 cup pineapple juice. Freeze into pops.