ExerciseTV's Mom Initiative Launch!
How are we celebrating? By posting 5 Great Healthy Snacks for your kids with good old fashion ingredients that have a twist!
1. ANTS ON A LOG
Tell a toddler you're giving him peanut butter on celery and he may give you an uneasy look in return—but tell him you're making Ants on a Log and you're likely to pique his interest. Simply spread some peanut butter or cream cheese on a celery stick and let your child put on the raisins or chocolate chips for the ants. If you have animal crackers in the house, you could try "Tiger on a Log" or "Lion on a Log" too!
2. GRAHAM CRACKER TREATS
Moms are sure to appreciate this snack that can be made ahead of time and frozen—great for when you or the kids want a sweet treat in a jiffy! Spread your child's favorite fruity yogurt on a graham cracker square. Top this with another graham square, wrap it in plastic wrap, and freeze.
3. SWEET MAPLE DIP AND FRUIT
Are you trying to get your kids to eat more fresh fruit? This creamy Sweet Maple Fruit Dip is especially yummy with bananas, apples, and strawberries—and busy parents are sure to love how quickly the dip comes together.
Recipe for Sweet Maple Fruit Dip
Ingredients:
1/2 cup fat-free or reduced-fat vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
4 teaspoons reduced-calorie maple syrup
Sprinkle of cinnamon
Directions:
In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and chill until you're ready to serve. Serve with fresh fruit.
4. ORANGEY ORANGE DRINK
Kids love unusual ways to eat and drink—did you know that an orange can serve as its own drink container? Roll an orange in your hands or microwave it for 15 seconds to soften it. Cut a small hole in the top of the fruit, insert a straw, and put the orange in a plastic bag. Your child can suck the juice right out of the fruit. How's that for fun and convenient?
5. PEANUT BUTTER AND TORTILLA SNACK
There are a variety of tortillas on the market today, including some great high-fiber tortillas that are soft and don't fall apart when you roll them. Choose one type or try a variety when making this versatile snack for your family.
Spread peanut butter on a tortilla (your child can do this with the back of a spoon) and then add what your little one likes. Try jam or honey spread on another tortilla, or let your child sprinkle diced apples or bananas on the peanut butter. Put the two tortillas together and use your pizza cutter to cut them into small triangles. Children will also like this snack as an easy-to-hold wrap.
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