Nut butter banana bites recipe
An easy & yummy no-cook snack for little hands to prepare
These nut butter banana bites are a delicious no-cook snack using simple ingredients! This recipe is simple enough for your little ones to participate in and makes a great "snacktivity", promoting independence in the kitchen while introducing them to healthy eating habits.
The combination of creamy nut butter (or an alternative like seed butter or cream cheese) and sweet banana rounds makes for a delicious treat that can be customised with fun toppings like desiccated coconut or...
Materials
Prep / make
Step 1:
Slice the banana into rounds.
Step 2:
Spread nut butter onto the top of each slice.
Step 3:
Decorate with desiccated coconut or sprinkles.
Play
Jobs your kids can help with:
- Slice the banana with a butter knife (with supervision)
- Scoop and spread the nut butter with a spoon
- Sprinkle toppings of their choice
- Taste-test!
Extend
Creative combos: Encourage your child to experiment with different nut butters or toppings, discussing flavours and textures.
Themed snacks: Create themed banana bites, such as “Monster Bites” with googly eyes made from edible decorations or “Rainbow Bites” with a variety of colourful toppings.
Story time snack: Pair the activity with a story about bananas or healthy eating to engage them further and create a fun learning experience.
