Scrumptious After-School Snack Recipes for Picky Eaters

Picture this, you’re leisurely sipping on a cup of Chamomile tea. Your kids, who have just returned from school, happily reach out for for the snack you lovingly prepared. They devour it in minutes. Life’s good. 

Unfortunately, parents of picky eaters can only dream of such scenarios. What do you do when your child is repulsed by any food with even a hint of green? You trick them! That’s the only way to make sure picky eaters get their essential nutrients. 

In this post, I will share a few after-school snacks recipes that are a godsend. Besides being mouth-watering, they are easy and quick to make! 

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Broccoli Fritters (Serves-2)

Broccoli is a popular villain amongst fussy eaters. Even some adults prefer to keep their distance from this nutrient-rich vegetable. I think it’s the appearance more than anything that makes it such a no-no. So let’s change that with these delectable Broccoli Fritters. 

Ingredients:                                                 

2 cups Broccoli (grated)

 ½ cup Cheddar Cheese (grated)

1 Garlic Clove (minced)

½ cup All-purpose Flour

1 Large Egg (beaten)

½ tsp cumin powder

½ tsp onion powder

Salt

Oil

Method:

1. Put all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. 
2. Take a table-tennis ball sized chunk of the mixture to form fritters. 
3. Place a cast-iron skillet or a pan on medium heat. Grease it with a couple of tablespoons of oil. 
4. Once heated, place the mixture balls on the pan and gently press them to form thick discs. 
5. Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes or till they form a brown crust.
6. Serve with a dipping sauce of choice. 

Choc-Chip Banana Ice Cream (Serves-2)

There isn’t anything like ice cream that can send your children in an instant state of joy. Some kids despise the texture of bananas. But bananas are essential for a healthy diet. They are rich in a wide range of vitamins and minerals including Vitamin B6, Potassium and Vitamin C. This super simple recipe virtually takes no time.  

Ingredients:

4 Ripe Banana (cut into chunks and frozen)

2 Tsp Chocolate Chips

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

3-4 tsp Milk

1 tsp Honey

Method:

1. You don’t necessarily need to purchase frozen bananas. You can peel, chop and store ripe bananas in your refrigerator. They will remain good for at least 6 months.
2. Put the frozen banana chunks in a food processor and blend with vanilla extract and honey. 
3. Use milk or water to achieve a creamy consistency. 
4. Scoop in bowls and serve with sprinkled choc-chips. 

Pizza Toast ( Serves-2)

Who doesn’t love pizza? This pizza recipe scores highly on both deliciousness and nutrition scales. It’s a lovely treat that will surely become one of your biggest hits!

Ingredients:

4 slices Whole-grain Bread

¾ cup Canned Tomato

1 cup Spinach

1 Garlic Clove (minced)

½ cup Mini Pepperoni

2 cup Mozzarella (shredded)

Salt

Olive Oil

Method:

1. In a food processor, whizz together canned tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and a pinch of salt. 
2. Preheat oven to 350°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease it with olive oil. 
3. Place bread slices on the baking sheet and bake it for 30 seconds. The slight toast will prevent the slices from becoming soggy. 
4. Now evenly spread pizza sauce on each slice. Top it with mini pepperoni and a generous sprinkle of cheese. 
5. Bake until cheese is completely melted. 
6. Serve hot!

Note- For all these recipes you can use gluten-free and vegan alternative ingredients. Regardless, they will turn out delightful!