Cornflake cookies Simple to make, no baking. Perfect for children to create. Recipe – Cornflake cookies (Makes 6)1 tsp sugar (I used coconut)2 tsp honey/maple syrup1/6 cup peanut butter1 tsp butter½ tsp vanilla2/3 cup cornflakes Method Heat sugar, honey, peanut butter (I used the microwave and did in short bursts stirring in between – be […]
Rice bubble crackers These are so delicious! They are also a fabulous alternative to bought crackers. High protein, no long list of ingredients. A little tricky to roll, but aside from that super simple. Recipe – Rice bubble crackers * ½ cup grated cheese (tasty gives a nice, punchy flavour)½ cup flour (wholemeal will not
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Choc chip loaf It may look decadent, and it kind of is, but it’s also calorie and nutrient-dense. Super simple to make and bound to be a crowd pleaser. Recipe – Choc chop loaf * ¼ cup sugar (I used coconut) – for more sweetness add ¼ cup more 1 cup flour (I used wholemeal)½
Slow cooked meat Is easy to eat! Meat is often a challenge for children. It’s a lot of chewing for very little reward. And the jaw muscles like any other need to be worked to stay strong. It’s the reason that nuggets and pre-cooked sausages are so popular ‘prechewed’ – they do not require a
Baked apple fritters These were fantastic and so easy to makeIt’s a great way to load up on fruit! Recipe – Baked apple fritters 1 cup flour (I used wholemeal)3 tsp sugar (I used coconut)½ Tbs baking powder½ tsp cinnamon1/8 tsp nutmeg¼ tsp salt¼ cup milk1 lrg egg1 Tbs melted butter½ tsp vanilla1 lrg apple
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NZ’s best children’s blogs We’re delighted once again to be chosen as one of NZ’s best blogs. And in esteemed company too, with others such as Tots to Teens and Kiwi Families (who I write for on occasion) Check out all the links: https://bloggers.feedspot.com/new_zealand_kids_blogs/
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Cinnamon crunch cereal I made my own cereal! I’ve been making muesli for years, but that’s simple This was crunchy, cereal cereal!! It could also be a nice cracker Simple to make & ingredients can be added/dropped (e.g. cinnamon!) *Recipe – Cinnamon crunch cereal Cereal 1 cup flour (I used wholemeal) 1/8 – ¼ cup
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Cinnamon swirl muffins If you love cinnamon, you’ll like these. Super simple to make You can add frosting/icing if you’d like too Recipe – Cinnamon swirl muffins (Makes 4 large muffins)Muffin1/8 cup melted butter ½ cup milk1 egg½ tsp vanilla1 cup flour (I used wholemeal)1/8 cup + 1 tsp sugar (add more to taste)2 tsp
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Nutrient-dense chocolate cake Veg included but you wouldn’t know it Could even be for breakfast! Super quick and simple to make Recipe – Nutrient-dense chocolate cake ½ cup of mashed sweet potato (kumara) – see method2 eggs (medium)½ tsp vanilla¼ cup light tasting oil (I used olive)1/8 cup + 1 tsp honey (melted)½ cup flour
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Cookie dough pie (oh my!) OMG so delicious. My teen wandered in when I was making it, dipped his finger in the mixture and said “nice, but I bet this is the best it’s going to get”.WRONG, oh how wrong he was. I could have eaten the whole thing in a sitting 😉Super simple to
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No bake choc cookies So simple but packed with nutrient-dense ingredients. Dare I say could even be breakfast fare! Lend themselves well to icing or just a spread on top too. Recipe – No bake choc cookies ¼ cup nut butter (I used peanut)1 tsp honey/maple syrup (use more to taste)1/8 cup butter/coconut oil1 Tbs
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Cheese loaf No kneading, no waiting for yeast! Carbs are often the easiest food group for fussy eaters But don’t underestimate the importance of new foods even if they are carbs This is super simple to make More nutrients than a regular bread You can serve as is or add toppings or fillings Recipe –
