i first discovered melting candy discs in my earliest days as a mom + have had fun using them to make a special snack a bit more festive. … it’s easy to imagine other ways you can use this one ingredient to elevate snacks more often, because every now + then a little something sweet can be oh so fun!
Category: boards
our favorite combinations that are “toddler” tasted, parent approved
pizza dip board
if you’re like us + your whole family looks forward to relaxing at home after a full week with pizza + a movie on fridays, it may sometimes happen that you get bored with the same old pizza takeout…enter pizza dip!
lazy snack board
this one was a win! by simply placing good choices out on the counter in a fun way, sprinkled around a board, our kids feel empowered to choose healthy snacks over sugary options after school. make it simple + keep it fun!
halloween treats
our halloween treats are here! we enjoy balancing healthy options with some playful sweet treats so we hope you’ll enjoy our spooky party pretzels, skeleton skewers, and monster crispies! each recipe is set up for kids to participate. put them on a board or tuck into lunchboxes to create lasting halloween memories!
boo-schetta
elevate your kids’ taste with a fun halloween-themed bruschetta using goat cheese. this snack is so yummy + introduces your pickiest eaters to subtle gourmet flavors.
spider web apples
these edible spider webs combine all the tangy sweet flavors of fall: green apples, caramel, and pretzels with a touch of candy on top. recipe can be made ahead of your afterschool routine, or with your kids help. it’s a memorable treat that’s sure to be requested again + again!
witch hat pastries
this is as simple as it gets when looking for a festive afterschool snack. made with refrigerated dough or puff pastry, these are a delicious stand alone snack or pair them up with any number of healthy sides! a great chance to expose your kids to some new flavors…herbs, spices, nuts, olives, pickles + more!
spook-tac-ular snack board
creating a themed snack board for kids, especially during the month of october, adds excitement and fosters creativity. this year’s halloween board features fun items like a mozzarella mummy, puff pastry witch hats + more. engaging kids with festive snacks enhances their ability to make healthy choices while + bolstering the enjoyment of trying new things!
mozzarella mummy
add a fun mummy to your next snack board by making uneven slices of mozzarella and adding balsamic glaze for eyes. pairs well with apple slices and other foods, offering a fun presentation + a tasty, healthy treat for kids.
fall chex mix
come october we’re craving a comforting seasonal snack mix, something savory + ideal for the cooler weather. this one features chex, cheez-its + reese’s pieces with a light seasoning to appeal to kids’ tastes. no one can turn down a taste of these warm flavors!
