snacks Archives - parentztalk.com parentztalk.com Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:48:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Healthy Snacks That Are Perfect for a Long Journey https://parentztalk.com/3-healthy-snacks-that-are-perfect-for-a-long-journey/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:40:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=6749 Long journeys can be a challenge with little ones. Whether you’re in a car or traveling by train, having to sit still and wait for the journey to end is a real test of children’s patience. Entertainment and snacks can really help, but sometimes certain snacks are not the best to travel with. Here are […]

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]]> Long journeys can be a challenge with little ones. Whether you’re in a car or traveling by train, having to sit still and wait for the journey to end is a real test of children’s patience. Entertainment and snacks can really help, but sometimes certain snacks are not the best to travel with. Here are some ideas for healthy snacks that work well for a journey. 

Dried Fruit and Nut Mix

Nuts are a great choice for a snack as they are high in protein and fat so keep you feeling fuller longer and contain loads of vitamins and nutrients. Dried fruit adds even more vitamins and brings a lovely sweetness that pairs well with the nuts, so kids will be more likely to enjoy them. They also travel well, either in their packaging or in a small container. 

Cheese and Crackers

Cheese is another great source of healthy fat and protein, as well as calcium and other minerals. You can simply slice up some cheese and place it between crackers which can then be wrapped in foil or put into a container to make them perfect to transport on your trip. 

Yogurt Dipped Blueberries

These are a great choice for a snack as the blueberries offer plenty of healthy fruit vitamins and the yogurt adds protein and calcium. They also taste amazing so will be popular with the kids. You just need a bit of time to prepare them so they can be popped into the freezer to make them perfect for bringing in a container.

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]]> Check Out This Recipe For a Healthy Caramel Slice https://parentztalk.com/check-out-this-recipe-for-a-healthy-caramel-slice/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:02:53 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=6481 When you’ve got kids in the house, it’s a good idea to have a stash of baked goods ready to whip out at any moment, so that you can meet everyone’s snacking needs throughout the day. These healthier caramel slices are incredibly easy to make, and always prove popular with kids (and adults!) of all […]

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]]> When you’ve got kids in the house, it’s a good idea to have a stash of baked goods ready to whip out at any moment, so that you can meet everyone’s snacking needs throughout the day. These healthier caramel slices are incredibly easy to make, and always prove popular with kids (and adults!) of all ages. They will keep for up to two weeks when stored in an air-tight tin, and for younger children, you can simply halve the slices to create smaller portions.

Ingredients (to make 12 slices):

For the base:

  • 1 1/2 cups of ground almonds (or any nuts of your choice, ground to a fine powder)
  • 1/4 cup of pitted dates, soaked in water for 1 hour
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

For the filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups of pitted dates, soaked in water for 1 hour
  • 4 tablespoons of nut butter (any nut of your choice)
  • 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter

For the topping:

  • 2 tablespoons of creamed coconut
  • 1 1/2 cups of dark chocolate, broken into pieces

Instructions:

  1. Line a baking tin 10 inches x 10 inches with baking parchment.
  2. To make the base, finely chop the dates and add them, along with 1 tablespoon of water, to the ground nuts. Mix in well until thoroughly combined, and then stir through the salt. Pour the base into the baking tin and press down until it is smooth and even.
  3. To make the filling, place all of the filling ingredients in a food processor and blitz until smooth. Pour the filling over the base layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  4. For the chocolate topping, melt the creamed coconut and chocolate together in a pan or in a bowl in the microwave. Mix to ensure the two ingredients are well combined, and then pour this over the filling layer.
  5. Place the baking tray in the fridge for at least 3 hours, until the chocolate topping has entirely set.
  6. Slice into 12 portions before serving or storing.

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]]> Simple Snacks Your Kids Will Love https://parentztalk.com/simple-snacks-your-kids-will-love/ Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:36:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=5455 When your kids are clamoring for some food, it’s oh-so-tempting to reach for the cookie jar or candy bars and hand them out. However, most parents want their kids to be eating healthy most of the time. These snack ideas are quick, popular with kids, and healthy, so you can hand them out happily, knowing […]

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]]> When your kids are clamoring for some food, it’s oh-so-tempting to reach for the cookie jar or candy bars and hand them out. However, most parents want their kids to be eating healthy most of the time. These snack ideas are quick, popular with kids, and healthy, so you can hand them out happily, knowing they are doing a lot of good.

Cheese and Oat Bars

Ingredients (to make 12):

  • 1 cup of oats
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup of grated cheese
  • 1/4 cup of chia seeds
  • 5 tablespoons of water
  • 1 tablespoon of mixed green herbs, fresh or dried
  • A good grind of black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Mix the oats with the water and chia seeds. Stir well, and then allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Stir the grated cheese and oil into the oat mix, if it’s feeling really stiff then add a little more water.
  3. Sprinkle in the herbs and pepper, mix again, and then form the mix into bars or balls and lay them out on some greaseproof paper on a tray or plate.
  4. Chill the bars in the fridge to set for 1-2 hours, and then serve.

Berry Yogurt Pots

Ingredients (to make 4):

  • 2 cups of natural yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons of flaxseeds
  • 1 cup of fresh or frozen berries
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1/2 cup of granola

Instructions:

  1. Mix the honey with the flaxseeds.
  2. In cups, bowls, or pots, layer the yogurt with fresh berries, flaxseeds, and granola.

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]]> What is the Perfect After-School Snack? https://parentztalk.com/what-is-the-perfect-after-school-snack/ Sat, 13 Jan 2024 10:23:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=3689 An after-school snack is a much-loved tradition in many homes. Something small to hold your kids over until dinner, but not too much to spoil their appetites. Here are a few ideas of what you can add to your rotation.  Dip and Veggie Sticks Cut up some carrots, cucumbers, bell papers, or any other veggies […]

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]]> An after-school snack is a much-loved tradition in many homes. Something small to hold your kids over until dinner, but not too much to spoil their appetites. Here are a few ideas of what you can add to your rotation. 

Dip and Veggie Sticks

Cut up some carrots, cucumbers, bell papers, or any other veggies you have on hand with a simple dip. A great idea can be to prepare a couple of dips at the beginning of the week and bring them out so that your kids have a few options (maybe hummus, ranch, garlic, eggplant dip, or sundried tomato dip). 

Trail Mix

This is something you can buy pre-packaged or make at home. Combine your favorite nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate chips. You can also experiment with adding honey or other sweeteners to a mixture of oats and nuts. 

Peanut Butter and Jelly

This is an all-time favorite. And before you disregard PB&J-s as unhealthy, think about ways you can upgrade this classic snack. Buy some sourdough bread, try different nut butter like sunflower or almond, and play around with the jam.

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]]> Easy After School Snacks https://parentztalk.com/easy-after-school-snacks/ Wed, 23 Aug 2023 20:39:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=2625 When children get home from school, they are often hungry and ready for a snack. If you’re already in charge of cooking supper, you don’t want the hassle of rustling up some fancy snacks. Have a read of these quick and easy ideas, all of which can be on the table (or in the snack […]

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]]> When children get home from school, they are often hungry and ready for a snack. If you’re already in charge of cooking supper, you don’t want the hassle of rustling up some fancy snacks. Have a read of these quick and easy ideas, all of which can be on the table (or in the snack bowl) in under five minutes.

Peas With Tomato Dressing

Most children like peas, and they are a great source of protein and vitamins. Many parents don’t want their kids eating a carb-heavy snack before dinner, so this option is lighter and healthy. To serve two children, simply boil 1 cup of frozen peas. Once they’re cooked, drain them, and then add a bit of butter and a squeeze of tomato puree to the pan, to add flavor and texture. Stir through, then serve.

Apple Slices

Even fussier children are often happy to eat apples. To serve two children, slice two apples into wedges. Spread one side of each wedge with a bit of peanut butter, and then you can also add a thin slice of cheese if you (and your kids) want it. A delicious, satisfying, protein-rich snack that requires hardly any prep time.

Oat Clusters

Take 1 cup of oats, and add to a pan in which you’ve melted 1/2 a cup of butter with 1/2 a cup of golden syrup. Stir until all of the oats are coated, and then add a handful of dried raisins (or other dried fruit), and stir again. Remove the pan from the heat, once the mix has cooled shape the oats into balls about 1 inch wide. These are ready to serve as they are, but you can also sprinkle some mixed seeds over the top for a nutritional boost.

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]]> Are Your Kids Eating Too Much Junk Food? https://parentztalk.com/are-your-kids-eating-too-much-junk-food/ Sun, 13 Aug 2023 18:23:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=903 Before you become a parent, it’s easy to judge other parents for the way they do things. Before you have a child, it’s easy to scoff while other parents allow their children to do questionable things such as eat junk food. After all, you would never allow your kids to eat such unhealthy stuff, right? […]

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]]> Before you become a parent, it’s easy to judge other parents for the way they do things. Before you have a child, it’s easy to scoff while other parents allow their children to do questionable things such as eat junk food. After all, you would never allow your kids to eat such unhealthy stuff, right?

When you become a parent, you learn that things are not so simple. Sure, you can have your convictions and hopes, but you also love your child so much that you want them to enjoy their lives too. You start to realize that it may be okay to allow them to have the occasional junk food. The question is, how do you know when too much is too much?

Ideally Not More Than Twice a Week

We’re not kidding when we make the declaration that twice a week is a great goal to shoot for. More than that and it becomes a slippery slope. The reason we said that twice a week is a goal to shoot for is because it’s just that: a goal. Even if you don’t reach it, at least you have something to measure your kid’s junk food intake against.

This is also assuming that your child even wants to eat any of it. Who are we kidding, of course they’ll want to eat it. But hey, weirder things have happened, and some kids are unicorns who know crap when they see it and want no part of it. If that’s the case, even better!

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> snacks Archives - parentztalk.com parentztalk.com Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:48:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Healthy Snacks That Are Perfect for a Long Journey https://parentztalk.com/3-healthy-snacks-that-are-perfect-for-a-long-journey/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:40:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=6749 Long journeys can be a challenge with little ones. Whether you’re in a car or traveling by train, having to sit still and wait for the journey to end is a real test of children’s patience. Entertainment and snacks can really help, but sometimes certain snacks are not the best to travel with. Here are […]

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]]> Long journeys can be a challenge with little ones. Whether you’re in a car or traveling by train, having to sit still and wait for the journey to end is a real test of children’s patience. Entertainment and snacks can really help, but sometimes certain snacks are not the best to travel with. Here are some ideas for healthy snacks that work well for a journey. 

Dried Fruit and Nut Mix

Nuts are a great choice for a snack as they are high in protein and fat so keep you feeling fuller longer and contain loads of vitamins and nutrients. Dried fruit adds even more vitamins and brings a lovely sweetness that pairs well with the nuts, so kids will be more likely to enjoy them. They also travel well, either in their packaging or in a small container. 

Cheese and Crackers

Cheese is another great source of healthy fat and protein, as well as calcium and other minerals. You can simply slice up some cheese and place it between crackers which can then be wrapped in foil or put into a container to make them perfect to transport on your trip. 

Yogurt Dipped Blueberries

These are a great choice for a snack as the blueberries offer plenty of healthy fruit vitamins and the yogurt adds protein and calcium. They also taste amazing so will be popular with the kids. You just need a bit of time to prepare them so they can be popped into the freezer to make them perfect for bringing in a container.

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]]> Check Out This Recipe For a Healthy Caramel Slice https://parentztalk.com/check-out-this-recipe-for-a-healthy-caramel-slice/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:02:53 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=6481 When you’ve got kids in the house, it’s a good idea to have a stash of baked goods ready to whip out at any moment, so that you can meet everyone’s snacking needs throughout the day. These healthier caramel slices are incredibly easy to make, and always prove popular with kids (and adults!) of all […]

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]]> When you’ve got kids in the house, it’s a good idea to have a stash of baked goods ready to whip out at any moment, so that you can meet everyone’s snacking needs throughout the day. These healthier caramel slices are incredibly easy to make, and always prove popular with kids (and adults!) of all ages. They will keep for up to two weeks when stored in an air-tight tin, and for younger children, you can simply halve the slices to create smaller portions.

Ingredients (to make 12 slices):

For the base:

  • 1 1/2 cups of ground almonds (or any nuts of your choice, ground to a fine powder)
  • 1/4 cup of pitted dates, soaked in water for 1 hour
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

For the filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups of pitted dates, soaked in water for 1 hour
  • 4 tablespoons of nut butter (any nut of your choice)
  • 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter

For the topping:

  • 2 tablespoons of creamed coconut
  • 1 1/2 cups of dark chocolate, broken into pieces

Instructions:

  1. Line a baking tin 10 inches x 10 inches with baking parchment.
  2. To make the base, finely chop the dates and add them, along with 1 tablespoon of water, to the ground nuts. Mix in well until thoroughly combined, and then stir through the salt. Pour the base into the baking tin and press down until it is smooth and even.
  3. To make the filling, place all of the filling ingredients in a food processor and blitz until smooth. Pour the filling over the base layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  4. For the chocolate topping, melt the creamed coconut and chocolate together in a pan or in a bowl in the microwave. Mix to ensure the two ingredients are well combined, and then pour this over the filling layer.
  5. Place the baking tray in the fridge for at least 3 hours, until the chocolate topping has entirely set.
  6. Slice into 12 portions before serving or storing.

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]]> Simple Snacks Your Kids Will Love https://parentztalk.com/simple-snacks-your-kids-will-love/ Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:36:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=5455 When your kids are clamoring for some food, it’s oh-so-tempting to reach for the cookie jar or candy bars and hand them out. However, most parents want their kids to be eating healthy most of the time. These snack ideas are quick, popular with kids, and healthy, so you can hand them out happily, knowing […]

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]]> When your kids are clamoring for some food, it’s oh-so-tempting to reach for the cookie jar or candy bars and hand them out. However, most parents want their kids to be eating healthy most of the time. These snack ideas are quick, popular with kids, and healthy, so you can hand them out happily, knowing they are doing a lot of good.

Cheese and Oat Bars

Ingredients (to make 12):

  • 1 cup of oats
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup of grated cheese
  • 1/4 cup of chia seeds
  • 5 tablespoons of water
  • 1 tablespoon of mixed green herbs, fresh or dried
  • A good grind of black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Mix the oats with the water and chia seeds. Stir well, and then allow to sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Stir the grated cheese and oil into the oat mix, if it’s feeling really stiff then add a little more water.
  3. Sprinkle in the herbs and pepper, mix again, and then form the mix into bars or balls and lay them out on some greaseproof paper on a tray or plate.
  4. Chill the bars in the fridge to set for 1-2 hours, and then serve.

Berry Yogurt Pots

Ingredients (to make 4):

  • 2 cups of natural yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons of flaxseeds
  • 1 cup of fresh or frozen berries
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 1/2 cup of granola

Instructions:

  1. Mix the honey with the flaxseeds.
  2. In cups, bowls, or pots, layer the yogurt with fresh berries, flaxseeds, and granola.

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]]> What is the Perfect After-School Snack? https://parentztalk.com/what-is-the-perfect-after-school-snack/ Sat, 13 Jan 2024 10:23:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=3689 An after-school snack is a much-loved tradition in many homes. Something small to hold your kids over until dinner, but not too much to spoil their appetites. Here are a few ideas of what you can add to your rotation.  Dip and Veggie Sticks Cut up some carrots, cucumbers, bell papers, or any other veggies […]

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]]> An after-school snack is a much-loved tradition in many homes. Something small to hold your kids over until dinner, but not too much to spoil their appetites. Here are a few ideas of what you can add to your rotation. 

Dip and Veggie Sticks

Cut up some carrots, cucumbers, bell papers, or any other veggies you have on hand with a simple dip. A great idea can be to prepare a couple of dips at the beginning of the week and bring them out so that your kids have a few options (maybe hummus, ranch, garlic, eggplant dip, or sundried tomato dip). 

Trail Mix

This is something you can buy pre-packaged or make at home. Combine your favorite nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate chips. You can also experiment with adding honey or other sweeteners to a mixture of oats and nuts. 

Peanut Butter and Jelly

This is an all-time favorite. And before you disregard PB&J-s as unhealthy, think about ways you can upgrade this classic snack. Buy some sourdough bread, try different nut butter like sunflower or almond, and play around with the jam.

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]]> Easy After School Snacks https://parentztalk.com/easy-after-school-snacks/ Wed, 23 Aug 2023 20:39:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=2625 When children get home from school, they are often hungry and ready for a snack. If you’re already in charge of cooking supper, you don’t want the hassle of rustling up some fancy snacks. Have a read of these quick and easy ideas, all of which can be on the table (or in the snack […]

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]]> When children get home from school, they are often hungry and ready for a snack. If you’re already in charge of cooking supper, you don’t want the hassle of rustling up some fancy snacks. Have a read of these quick and easy ideas, all of which can be on the table (or in the snack bowl) in under five minutes.

Peas With Tomato Dressing

Most children like peas, and they are a great source of protein and vitamins. Many parents don’t want their kids eating a carb-heavy snack before dinner, so this option is lighter and healthy. To serve two children, simply boil 1 cup of frozen peas. Once they’re cooked, drain them, and then add a bit of butter and a squeeze of tomato puree to the pan, to add flavor and texture. Stir through, then serve.

Apple Slices

Even fussier children are often happy to eat apples. To serve two children, slice two apples into wedges. Spread one side of each wedge with a bit of peanut butter, and then you can also add a thin slice of cheese if you (and your kids) want it. A delicious, satisfying, protein-rich snack that requires hardly any prep time.

Oat Clusters

Take 1 cup of oats, and add to a pan in which you’ve melted 1/2 a cup of butter with 1/2 a cup of golden syrup. Stir until all of the oats are coated, and then add a handful of dried raisins (or other dried fruit), and stir again. Remove the pan from the heat, once the mix has cooled shape the oats into balls about 1 inch wide. These are ready to serve as they are, but you can also sprinkle some mixed seeds over the top for a nutritional boost.

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]]> Are Your Kids Eating Too Much Junk Food? https://parentztalk.com/are-your-kids-eating-too-much-junk-food/ Sun, 13 Aug 2023 18:23:00 +0000 https://parentztalk.com/?p=903 Before you become a parent, it’s easy to judge other parents for the way they do things. Before you have a child, it’s easy to scoff while other parents allow their children to do questionable things such as eat junk food. After all, you would never allow your kids to eat such unhealthy stuff, right? […]

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]]> Before you become a parent, it’s easy to judge other parents for the way they do things. Before you have a child, it’s easy to scoff while other parents allow their children to do questionable things such as eat junk food. After all, you would never allow your kids to eat such unhealthy stuff, right?

When you become a parent, you learn that things are not so simple. Sure, you can have your convictions and hopes, but you also love your child so much that you want them to enjoy their lives too. You start to realize that it may be okay to allow them to have the occasional junk food. The question is, how do you know when too much is too much?

Ideally Not More Than Twice a Week

We’re not kidding when we make the declaration that twice a week is a great goal to shoot for. More than that and it becomes a slippery slope. The reason we said that twice a week is a goal to shoot for is because it’s just that: a goal. Even if you don’t reach it, at least you have something to measure your kid’s junk food intake against.

This is also assuming that your child even wants to eat any of it. Who are we kidding, of course they’ll want to eat it. But hey, weirder things have happened, and some kids are unicorns who know crap when they see it and want no part of it. If that’s the case, even better!

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