Healthy snacks "disguised" as junk food: 5 ideas that will drive kids crazy!
Getting kids to eat healthy is not easy, but with a little creativity you can turn fruits and vegetables into yummy-looking snacks. In this article we bring you 5 crafty recipes that look like junk food...but aren't! From baked vegetable patties to ice cream with yogurt and fruit, to crispy chips without frying: healthy, tasty and irresistible ideas even for the little ones.
1. Baked vegetable patties
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these baked zucchini patties are the healthy alternative to classic nuggets. Easy to prepare and light, they are perfect as an appetizer or finger food.
Why do kids like them? They have a nice shape, are easy to chew, and the flavor is mild, perfect even for little ones who are "wary" of vegetables.
How to make them at home? Take a look at our recipe!
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2. Homemade ice cream with yoghurt and fruit
As colorful as industrial popsicles, but naturally sweet. With no refined sugars or artificial coloring, these do-it-yourself ice creams are made with Greek yoghurt and fresh fruit.
Why do kids like them? Fresh, creamy and full of color, they satisfy cravings for dessert without weighing them down. Also perfect as a summer snack.
How to make them at home? Take a look at our recipe!
We've come up with a fruity recipe that's extra easy to make: ice-cream bars made with yogurt and berries. The idea is simple: spread yogurt, sprinkle with red fruit and place in the freezer until ready to eat. Tempted?
3. Vegetable Sticks
These sticks are breaded with Parmesan cheese and panko, then baked in an air fryer for an irresistible crispness without frying.
Why kids like them. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, they can be eaten with their hands and dipped in favorite sauces. Their golden appearance and tasty texture make them irresistible even to the little ones.
How to make them at home? Take a look at our recipe!
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4. Healthy chips without frying
Crispy like classic chips, but naturally sweet. Thinly sliced and microwaved without frying, these sweet potato chips are light, colorful and ready in minutes. A healthy and tasty snack, great for little ones!
Why kids like them. Their bright color and crunchy texture make them irresistible. They look like bag chips, but they have a naturally sweet taste that wins you over at the first bite. Perfect for munching on with your fingers!
How to make them at home? Take a look at our recipe!
Microwave sweet potato chips
Are you tired of the typical potato chips, industrial crackers and toasts at snack time? It's time for a change! Here's a nutritious and delicious alternative : sweet potato chips. This healthy snack is not only easy to prepare, but it's also...
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5. Homemade fish sticks
Like packaged ones, but homemade and lighter. These fresh cod sticks, breaded and baked in an air fryer, offer an irresistible crunch with very little oil. A healthy and tasty alternative to frozen classics.
Why do kids like them? They look like classic fast food finger foods, but with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for dipping in sauces, they can be enjoyed with the hands and win you over at the first bite thanks to their crunchiness and delicate flavor.
How to make them at home? Take a look at our recipe!
If you love fish fingers but want a lighter, crispier version without having to fry them in oil, this recipe is for you. Thanks to the airfryer, you'll get a golden and flavorful result with very little oil, perfect for a healthy and tasty meal....
Do you already have an idea of what recipe you will try?
With a little imagination, even children's favorite snacks can become health allies. All it takes is simple ingredients, light cooking and a touch of creativity to win over the little ones...without sacrificing taste! Which of these snacks will you try first?
Daniele Mainieri
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