Children’s Snack Ideas – Smoothies
Do you have a child that gives you a hard time about eating those ‘good for them’ food items? Here are some ideas that they may like and not even know they are eating something that is good. Ever try making them a smoothie? Below are a few recipes that they may like and you will be happy they are getting their protein and fruit without knowing it.
Banana Smoothie
In a blender add 1-2 cups of milk and 1 banana. Blend until smooth. You can also add ice, honey, sugar, or vanilla for added taste and variety.
Berry Smoothie
In a blender add 1-2 cups of milk, 1 cup of frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, etc.). Blend until smooth. For extra protein you can add 1/4 cup yogurt. Since the berries are frozen you do not need to use ice.
Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
In a blender add 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup yogurt, 2 tsp peanut butter, 1/4 cup chocolate chips and 1/4 cup ice. Blend until smooth. You can also add in 1 banana.
All smoothies should be served immediately for best results. Smoothies are easy to make a are well recieved by kids. They often think it is a treat and will love it more.
Smoothies can be made with soy milk, rice milk, almond milk. It doesn’t have to be cow’s milk.
You can also get creative with the fruit you use. Try oranges, mangoes, blackberries, etc. Try flavored yogurts. You may be surprised what your kids might eat.
Don’t be afraid to experiment!
February 23rd, 2009 at 12:52 pm
My son is really good about eating fruit, but I love the idea of getting some extra protein in. Thanks for the recipes!
February 23rd, 2009 at 2:26 pm
That sounds yummy. I wonder if I could get my daughter to actually drink one and not just play with the straw.
February 23rd, 2009 at 4:21 pm
My kids love smoothies! And they are so good for you.
February 24th, 2009 at 12:31 am
Great recipes! My kids love to freeze them as Pops and have them later. I wonder how the Peanut Butter one will do….
February 24th, 2009 at 8:03 am
My son loves helping make smoothies. Sometimes we use canned fruit too, just to differ the tastes.
Love your blog.
February 24th, 2009 at 8:41 am
YUM! I love these…think I will go look and she if I have the “makings” for one right now!
February 24th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
My kids would LOVE THESE!
February 24th, 2009 at 8:56 pm
Yummy! We make smoothies almost every day it seems, such a great way to get in fruits. I’ll have to try the honey to change it up. We add orange juice to a lot of ours to give it a little kick.