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Snackin with Kids Activity Materials Ingredients per recipes below as time and budget allow Kitchen space for baking, refrigerating, freezing, microwaving, preparation and cleanup Measuring cups

Mixing bowls of various sizes Individual bowls, plates, spoons, forks for serving Instructions Schedule a time with the 4 Habitat family that is convenient for both youth and adults to work together

1 Snackin with Kids Activity Materials Ingredients per recipes below as time and budget allow Kitchen space for baking, refrigerating, freezing, microwaving, preparation and cleanup Measuring cups Measuring spoons Spoons for stirring ingredients Baking sheet No-stick spray Baggies Wooden sticks Sauce pan Ice cube or popsicle trays Drinking cups or glasses Airtight container for storage Blender Mixing bowls of various sizes Individual bowls, plates, spoons, forks for serving Instructions Schedule a time with the 4 Habitat family that is convenient for both youth and adults to work together to create healthy snacks. If the adults don t have time for this activity, ask if you can work with their children to teach them how to create nutritious, inexpensive, easy-to-prepare snacks. Important: ask the adults in the family about any dietary restrictions or food allergies. Select as many recipes from the Recipe List as time and budget allow, then work with the family to make tasty treats. Be sure to give the 4 Habitat family copies of the recipes If your budget allows, consider purchasing extra ingredients so that you can stock your partner family s kitchen with items to make the recipes you have shared. Source: Family Nutrition Education Programs (FNEP), Snacks Use Them Wisely! Recipes, University of Missouri Extension

2 Recipes Orange Funsicles 30 minutes or more 6 servings 1 6-ounce can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1 juice can water 1 C. plain low fat yogurt 1 tsp. vanilla 1. Blend all ingredients and pour into ice cube trays, popsicle trays, or 4-ounce paper cups. 2. Put a wooden popsicle stick in each cup. 3. Freeze for several hours. 4. Remove from ice cube tray or paper cup and serve. Nutrition Info: 72 calories, 1 g. fat, 40 mg. vitamin C, 84 mg. calcium, 14 g. carbohydrates Peanut Butter Granola 30 minutes or more 6 servings 3 C. oatmeal 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil ¼ C.honey or lite pancake syrup 1/3 C. peanut butter ½ C. raisins 1. In a large bowl, stir together oil, honey, vanilla and peanut butter. 2. Add oatmeal and mix until well coated. 3. Spread on cookie sheet. Bake at 225ºF for one hour, stirring once. Remove from oven; cool. Add raisins. Store in a covered container. Nutrition Info: 365 calories, 14 g. fat, 6 g. fiber, 52 g. carbohydrates

3 Yogurt Parfait 2 servings 1 8-ounce container vanilla or flavored low fat yogurt Dry cereal or granola Banana slices Raisins or dried fruit 1. Spoon yogurt into a small glass or bowl. 2. Cover with a layer of dry cereal or granola. 3. Add another layer of yogurt. 4. Add a layer of banana slices. 5. Add another layer of yogurt. 6. Sprinkle with raisins. Nutrition Info: 153 calories, 2 g. fat, 222 mg. calcium, 2 g. fiber, 28 g. carbohydrates Bean Dip 4 servings 1 can refried beans ½ C. taco or picante sauce ½ tsp. taco seasoning 2 C. shredded low fat cheddar cheese Celery sticks, carrot sticks, whole wheat crackers or baked tortilla chips 1. Mix the first 4 ingredients together. 2. Heat in microwave or over medium heat on top of stove, if desired, until cheese melts. 3. Serve warm or cold with vegetables or crackers. Nutrition Info: 249 calories, 6 g. fat, 508 mg. calcium, 3 mg. iron, 24 g. carbohydrates

4 Snack Pizzas 10 servings 1 12-ounce can flaky refrigerator biscuits 1/3 C. tomato sauce 1 tsp. oregano ½ small onion, chopped ½ C. shredded low fat cheese, any kind 1. Preheat oven to 400ºF. 2. Pat each biscuit into a 4-inch circle on a greased baking sheet. 3. Mix tomato sauce and oregano, and spoon about 1-1/2 tsp. of mixture on each biscuit circle. 4. Sprinkle onions and cheese over tomato sauce. 5. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Note: English muffins, whole wheat bagels, and whole wheat tortillas can be substituted for the biscuits. Pepperoni, ham, browned ground beef and other vegetables can be added. Nutrition Info: 124 calories, 5 g. fat, 29 mg. calcium, 16 g. carbohydrates Skinny Shakes 1 serving Choco-Banana Strawberry Banana 1 C. low fat milk 1 C. low fat milk 1 frozen banana 1 frozen banana 1 Tbsp. peanut butter 3 large frozen strawberries 1 tsp. chocolate syrup ½ tsp. sugar 1. Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. 2. Pour into a glass and serve. Nutrition Info: Choco-Banana: 318 calories, 13 g. protein, 11 g. fat, 314 mg. calcium, 46 g. carbohydrates Strawberry Banana: 237 calories, 10 g. protein, 3 g. fat, 316 mg. calcium, 46 g. carbohydrates

5 Snack Mix 1 serving Crispix or like cereal (corn and rice) Oat cereal (such as Cheerios) Pretzels Small animal shaped cookies (like Teddy Grahams) Raisins or other dried fruit 1. Put some of each food in separate small bowls. 2. Take one spoonful from each bowl and place in baggie. 3. Close baggie, shake to mix. Note: Other cereals and dried fruits can be used for this snack mix. Nutrition Info: 211 calories, 2 g. fat, 5 mg. iron, 4 g. protein, 46 g. carbohydrates Oyster Cracker Snack 20 servings ½ C. vegetable oil 1 pkg. reduced-fat Ranch dressing mix 1 Tbsp. dill weed 2 10-ounce oyster crackers 1. Mix oil, dressing mix, and dill weed. 2. Pour over crackers and stir until well coated. 3. Bake at 250ºF for 15 minutes (optional). 4. Store in airtight container. Nutrition Info: 180 calories, 9 g. fat, 35 mcg. Folacin, 36 g. calcium, 22 g. carbohydrates Peanut Butter Fruit Dip 4 servings ½ C. creamy peanut butter ¼ C. frozen unsweetened orange juice concentrate, thawed ½ C. plain low fat yogurt 1. Beat together all ingredients until fluffy. 2. Cover and chill. 3. Serve with assorted fresh fruits. Nutrition Info: 236 calories, 16 g. fat, 25 mg. vitamin C, 10 g. protein, 16 g. carbohydrates

Easy Banana Puddin Parfait

Recipes Easy Banana Puddin Parfait Prep Time: 15 min, Total: 30 min; makes 4 servings 1-1/2 Cold fat-free milk Cup 1 pkg. JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Fat Free Sugar Free Instant Pudding (makes 4 servings) 1