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I don't often purchase trail mix readymade from the store. To me, trail mix is the perfect opportunity to use up those little bits of left-overs to create a hearty snack. So, my trail mix doesn't have a specific recipe, but we do follow a formula:
Around here, we like salty-sweet, so I alway throw in something crunchy and salty (Goldfish
, Veggie Sticks
, Pirates Booty
). Since protein is often something kids don't get enough of, nuts are a must, and dried fruit is ALWAYS a welcome addition (make sure your dried fruit isn't sweetened, it's sweet enough and your kids don't need the extra sugar).The day I took this photo must have been a super special day because I spy some white chocolate chips
! This isn't something that's typical for me to throw in, but if I have it on hand, it is a nice treat! Another sweet that my kids love in the mix is chocolate covered soy beans
, yummy and packed with protein!What do your kids like to snack on and how do you keep it healthy?
2 comments:
Hana loves popsicles, no matter the weather outside. We actually made a batch this week; I guess all the ice and snow made her tummy rumble. I use organic yogurt or pudding and layer it with fresh fruit in those inexpensive little popsicle-maker containers (that's the unofficial name). Freeze it for a few hours and PRESTO! A healthy little snack and a happy little girl!
We always make our own trail mix too! I agree about using up the leftovers. Dry cereal is something we often add to ours. For a special smores treat you could do graham cereal, chocolate chips and mini marshmallows with some nuts thrown in for protein of course :)
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