This morning I shared some ideas for both moms and kids for power after-school snacks. After school is a tough time because kids are hungry and moms might feel rushed. Try these easy and tasty ideas to fuel everyone through a productive afternoon. Enjoy!
Apple Pie in a Bowl with Cabot Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup applesauce
1/2 cup Cabot
2% Cabot Greek-Style Yogurt, plain or vanilla bean
1/4 cup lowfat granola
Directions:
In a small bowl or parfait glass, spoon alternating layers of chunky applesauce, greek-style yogurt, and lowfat granola. Dust with cinnamon.
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Blueberry Lime Smoothie
1/2 cup Cabot
2% Cabot Greek-Style yogurt, vanilla bean, plain, or strawberry
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 cup low fat (1%) milk
2 tablespoons frozen limeade concentrate, not thawed
1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.
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Whole Wheat Pita Nachos
1 whole wheat pita, split and cut into wedges
Salsa
2% cheddar cheese
Scallions (optional)
Directions:
Broil pita wedges until golden. Then sprinkle with salsa and grated cheddar and broil until the cheese melts. Top with sliced scallions .
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Crunchy Chickpeas
Cook a 15-ounce can drained chickpeas in an ovenproof skillet with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon each cumin and smoked paprika, 2 minutes. Season with salt, then bake 20 minutes at 425 degrees.
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