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4 budget-friendly snack ideas for happy, healthy children

Discover four budget-friendly recipes designed to make healthy eating a breeze for your little ones. From fruit parfaits to crunchy veggie sticks, these easy-to-make delights promise both nutrition and smiles without breaking the bank. Happy snacking!

1. Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavored)
  • 1/2 cup granola
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

Instructions:

  1. In a serving glass or bowl, layer half of the Greek yogurt at the bottom.
  2. Add a layer of granola on top of the yogurt.
  3. Add a layer of mixed berries.
  4. Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt, granola and berries.
  5. Top with an extra sprinkle of granola for added crunch.
  6. Enjoy this delightful and nutritious parfait!

 

2. Veggie Sticks with Hummus

Ingredients:

  • Assorted vegetable sticks (carrots, cucumber, bell peppers)
  • 1/2 cup hummus

Instructions:

  1. Wash and cut the vegetables into sticks.
  2. Arrange the veggie sticks on a plate.
  3. Serve with a side of hummus for dipping.
  4. Encourage your child to mix and match the veggies with the hummus for a tasty and crunchy snack.

 

3. DIY Trail Mix

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup whole-grain cereal
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed nuts, sunflower seeds, whole-grain cereal, and dried fruit.
  2. Toss the ingredients together until well mixed.
  3. Portion the trail mix into small snack-sized bags for easy grab-and-go portions.
  4. Enjoy this nutrient-packed trail mix as a satisfying snack during the day.

 

4. Popcorn with Nutritional Yeast

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or your preferred method.
  2. Drizzle the popped popcorn with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the popcorn and toss again to distribute.
  4. Add salt to taste and toss once more.
  5. Transfer to a bowl and enjoy this flavorful and guilt-free popcorn snack.

 

These recipes are not only delicious but also provide a good balance of nutrients for your child’s healthy development. Feel free to customise the ingredients based on your child’s preferences and any dietary needs.