Peanut butter is delicious, but did you know it’s also good for your health? It is packed with healthy fats that are good for your heart. It’s a nice gift that you can enjoy without having to feel guilty!
If this delicious treat is something your kids love, make them a special snack instead of the usual PBJ sandwich!
Try these 3 delicious snack recipes for kids:
Delicious No-Bake Nutty Bites
What do you need:
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1 1/2 cups rolled or quick oats
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2/3 cup plain peanut butter
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3 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
Place the oats in a blender or food processor. Pulse until the oatmeal reaches a floury consistency. Add pb and honey/maple syrup to blender and blend until well combined. Pour the mixture into a bowl. You may have to scrape down the sides of the blender to get all of the mixture out.
Shape “dough” into round bite-size pieces. If they are falling apart, return to blender and add 1 tbsp pb. If they start to stick to your hands, grease with cooking spray. Serve as is or chilled.
Hassle-free PB bars
What do you need:
for the base
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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1 1/2 cups sc
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
for coverage
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1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
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1/2 cup bp
To make the base, mix the graham cracker crumbs, peanut butter, and powdered sugar in a bowl until well combined. Press mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Set aside.
To make the topping, add the milk chocolate chips and peanut butter to a microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave in short 20-second bursts, until smooth. Pour the mixture over the base in the pan and smooth with a spatula. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until set. Cut into squares and serve!
Snack Cereal PB
What do you need:
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4 cups plain Cheerios
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1/2 cup peanut butter
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1/2 cup of honey
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Combine the peanut butter and honey in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir, add the vanilla extract and microwave for an additional 30 seconds. Add the cereal to the mixture and toss to coat well with the mixture. Arrange the portions on a parchment-lined tray and allow at least 1 hour for the snack to set.
These delicious peanut butter snack recipes are sure to bring a smile to your little one’s face!