We’re always on the lookout for simple, creative recipes to make with our kiddos.

If you’re looking for a quick midday snack or fun weekend activity, give these recipes a try! The recipes we’re sharing are made with pantry and fridge staples, require no baking and can easily be swapped out for what you may have available! It is fun for kids and stress-free for parents (talk about a win-win)!

Be sure to let us know if you try any of these recipes and tag us in your social media posts @FasterWaytoFatLoss. We know your kids (and you!) are going to love them! We love seeing you in the kitchen with your little ones!

Apple Donuts

Who says donuts can’t be healthy! These sweet, hand-held tasty treats are sure to be a hit with little ones. Your kiddos can choose their own toppings and make dozens of yummy combinations!

Apples

Yogurt of choice 

Peanut Butter

Optional Toppings 

Chopped Fruit

Chocolate Chips

Dried Fruit

Shredded Coconut

Granola

Directions

1. Slice apples into thin rings and remove core

2. Spread yogurt or peanut butter on one side of the apple

3. Top with desired toppings

4. ENJOY!

BUILD YOUR OWN KIDS GRAZING BOARD 

Charcuterie boards are all the rave these days. Why not make a kid-friendly one for our kiddos to enjoy? We’re sharing two different options for you. What you’ll need, how to assemble and ingredient inspiration! These boards would be great to enjoy on a family movie night or as an afternoon snack for all your kiddos to share!

What You’ll Need:

Cutting board or platter

Bowls

Sweet and Salty Grazing Board Ideas

Apple slices

Banana pieces

Grapes

Peanut butter

Pretzels

Chocolate chips

Yogurt covered raisins

Popcorn

Strawberries

Banana chips

Dried fruit

Protein-Packed Grazing Board Ideas

Hard boiled eggs

Turkey slices

Cheese sticks

Carrot sticks

Celery sticks

Hummus

Peanut butter

Turkey jerky

Pretzel chips

Directions:

1. Prepare all ingredients for the board by cutting larger items into smaller pieces.

2. Place small items or dips into bowls

3. Arrange larger ingredients and bowls onto the serving platter.

4. Fill the remaining space as desired (remember, this doesn’t have to be perfect!)

5. Enjoy!

Healthier Peanut Butter Cups (Makes about 12 PB cups in mini muffin tin)

A sweet treat with just four simple ingredients? Yes please! Say no to all those crazy chemicals in your kid’s peanut butter cups. You can create your own AND control the ingredients in them! These little treats are simple, yummy, and store well in the fridge or freezer.

1 cup chocolate chips, melted

½ cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)

½ tablespoon coconut flour

½ tablespoon maple syrup

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, coconut flour and maple syrup. Set aside.

2. In a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips in the microwave on low, in 30 second intervals, taking care to not overheat. Repeat and stir until fully melted.

3. Line mini muffin tin with muffin liners. (Regular size muffin tins would work too!)

4. Spoon an equal amount of melted chocolate onto the bottom of each muffin tin, using approximately half of the full amount of chocolate.

5. Spoon an equal amount of peanut butter mixture into the middle of each muffin tin.

6. Top each muffin tin with remaining melted chocolate. 

7. Put into the freezer for 10 minutes or until chocolate is set.

8. ENJOY!

Banana Boats

These little snacks are sure to satisfy your kiddo’s sweet tooth! With just two base ingredients, this snack is easy enough to make any time of day. Your kids will love topping their banana boat with the ingredients of their choice!

Bananas

Peanut butter

Optional Ingredients for Topping

Chocolate chips

Strawberries

Blueberries

Raisins

Granola

Directions:

1. Slice bananas down the center. Arrange onto a plate or platter with the cut side facing up.

2. Spread peanut butter down center of banana

3. Add desired toppings and enjoy!

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