There is nothing like homemade lemonade. It’s iconic of childhood, refreshing, and wonderfully easy for children to create from scratch. This recipe takes the classic and adds sun-ripened strawberries to kick things up a notch. The color is vibrant, the taste so fresh, and the…
Sweet Peanut Dressed Salad with Carrot Ribbons
Peanuty-sweet and so full of yum, this dressing is K.I.D-friendly! Sometimes greens need a little glam and this easy salad is all decked out. I’ve always found that repeated exposure helps in enticing kids to try new flavors. Fresh presentations are always helpful too (take…
Gobble it Up Turkey Fruit Platter
The sweetest desserts can be the ones you make together…that are also HEALTHY! These turkey fruit platters are so joyful and easy to create. Not all kids like turkey, but most kids will gobble up this one! Gobble it Up Turkey Fruit Platter Ingredients: Small…
Pumpkin Smoothie
This is a 5 ingredient, no-bake, no fuss, all joy way to enjoy the taste of pumpkin. Utterly irresistible when you add that dollop of whipped cream, my kids could barely wait for me to take a picture before they pounced. For anyone looking to…
Energy Bites
These are so utterly simple but so worth the 5-minute effort. When you don’t have time to bake, need a fast snack, and are fond of cookies BAM! Energy bites, I cannot believe these haven’t been in my repertoire before now. They sure will be…
Turkey and Kale Sausage Rolls
Sausage rolls are the posh cousins of pigs in a blanket. These tasty rolls are filled with a mix of turkey sausage and kale to pack in a little nutrition along with that irresistible taste. So whether you’re throwing together a kid-friendly dinner or holiday…
Very Berry and Coconut Popsicles
Creamy coconut and fresh berries make this popsicle absolutely De-lish! Feel free to swirl your flavors to make a gorgeous pattern or blend all at once for a pretty pink. Any leftovers make a yummy smoothie. Very Berry and Coconut Popsicles From The Ultimate New Mom’s…
Valentine’s Day Trail Mix
Valentine’s Day Trail Mix Makes 6 cups Packing a special holiday snack for school or daycare can be a challenge. This ridiculously easy trail mix is a fun answer for a no-bake Valentine’s Day treat. Ingredients: 2 cups heart shaped cereal (Kashi makes one called…
Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl
Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl Makes 1 large serving (3 toddler size portions) Smoothie bowls are a fun way of spooning up a healthy breakfast as if it were ice cream. A good friend of mine taught her daughter that chia seeds are “nature’s sprinkles” which…
Raspberry Crumble Mini Muffins
Raspberry Crumble Mini Muffins Makes 24 muffins These mini muffins are perfectly toddler-sized. They are also wonderfully snackable for adults who will enjoy the fresh lemon zest, sweet raspberry and irresistible crumble topping. Muffins: 1 cup all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4…