Snacks are an important part of a kid’s daily life, but parents often find themselves in a tough situation because kids one the one hand want to eat something tasty and fun. On the other hand, parents want to give their kids something good for them. Hence parents often search for Healthy Snacks for Kids. Most snacks made today have a lot of sugar, salt, or chemicals that keep them fresh. Even though they are handy, they aren’t good for a child’s mind and body as they grow.
That’s why we put together this list of 5 easy, quick, and healthy snacks for kids. You can try these easy, useful ideas at home with things you already have.
Listing down 5 snacks that are tasty as well as healthy for your kids:
1. Banana and Peanut butter sushis
This snack is very easy to make and is very healthy and tasty. Take a white bread, spread some peanut butter over it and then add a banana on it. Roll the bread, and cut the rolls into small sushi type shape. This snack is healthy, super tasty and fun to eat thanks to its sushi like shape, that children find interesting.
Peanut butter and banana has protein, energy and healthy fats, all of which are important for a growing kid. It is soft, sweet and easy to eat.
2. Fruits and nuts in yogurt
In most Indian homes, you can find curd or yogurt. This is a quick and easy way to make a fun and healthy snack. Simply chop some fruits like apple, banana or cherry and then add them to a bowl of yogurt. Also, crush some nuts to put on the top of the dish.
This snack is good for kids because it helps them digest their food easily and gives them calcium that is important stronger bones. If you use different fruits depending on the season, you can make different versions of the same snack.
3. Small pancakes or cheela with vegetables
This is a smart way to get your child to eat veggies without them being resistant. Use besan (gram flour) or ground oats to make a batter. chop some veggies like carrot, beetroot or spinach and add them in the mix. Using little oil, make small pancakes in a pan using the besan and veggie mix.
These tiny pancakes taste great and are crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. Put ketchup or curd dip on them to serve. Plus, you can put them in your lunchbox because they are easy to carry.
4. Smoothies with fruit
Smoothies are the best way to get your child to consume more fruits or veggies. Mix a banana in milk to make fruit smoothie or mix some veggies in curd to make vegetable smoothie.
It will be more fun for your child if you serve it in a bright cup with a straw. Smoothies are tasty, filling, and full of good things for you. You can make different forms based on what your child likes.
5. Rolls with Stuffing
The roti you use for lunch or dinner can also be used for this snack. You can put mashed potatoes, grated paneer, cooked dal, or any other veggies you have left in it. If you need to, cut it into slices after rolling it up tightly.
Roti rolls are easy to handle for kids, and they provide carbs, protein and fiber that a growing kids require. You can make them ahead of time and put them in the fridge until you’re ready to use them..
Why These Snacks Are Good for You
These snacks are simple to prepare and provide your child with a little fiber, protein and vitamins, along with energy. There are many snacks you can create with ingredients you already have in your house. You can also prepare some snacks and store them, making your day easier. Healthy snacks will likely ensure that your child has a little less to eat for lunch or dinner if they tend to get hungry between meals.
Healthy snacks will benefit your child’s overall growth, brain development, and immune system support. Offering your child these snacks often helps them learn to enjoy real, healthy food from an early age.
Feeding kids doesn’t have to be a struggle. When you know what you’re doing and you’ve taken a chance on new ideas, snack time can be easier for you and better for them. Try these snacks this week to see which one your child likes best. You can change the order of the items, add your own flair, or even allow them to help you create the food. When the child helps to make the food, they are motivated to try it.
At Kinzy, we know that caregiving to a young child is more than just food. It’s about creating happy routines, strong connections, and healthy habits. All the little moments, no matter how mundane (snack time, play time, sleep), are opportunities to bond and grow with your child. That is why Kinzy is creating ways for children to build their knowledge of the world through stories, games, and learning experiences that are just for them.
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