Description
Crunchy baby trail mix delivers playful nutrition for tiny explorers. Packed with wholesome Cheerios and creamy yogurt melts, this snack promises delightful moments of discovery for little ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) cheerios (plain or multigrain)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) yogurt melts
Dried Fruits and Snacks:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) freeze-dried fruit (like strawberries, bananas, or apples)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) small puffed snacks (like gerber puffs or similar)
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) mini animal crackers or small cereal pieces (ensure age-appropriate and allergy-safe)
Instructions
- Carefully inspect and prepare all ingredients, ensuring they are age-appropriate and safe for your little one. Gently break larger freeze-dried fruits into tiny, delicate morsels to prevent potential choking risks.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, tenderly combine Cheerios, yogurt melts, and selected dried fruits. Use a light touch to distribute ingredients evenly, creating a balanced and appealing texture.
- Transfer the delightful mixture into compact, sealed containers or resealable pouches. Organize portions for convenient snacking and maintain freshness in a cool, dry environment for optimal preservation.
- Label containers with preparation date to track shelf life. Recommend consuming within seven days to ensure maximum nutritional quality and taste appeal for your infant.
- When serving, supervise your child closely and introduce small quantities to monitor their reaction and enjoyment of this nutritious, playful snack blend.
Notes
- Avoid large chunks by finely chopping or crushing freeze-dried fruits to prevent choking risks for babies.
- Select age-appropriate ingredients based on your child’s developmental stage and chewing abilities.
- Customize the mix by swapping ingredients for allergies or dietary preferences, like using gluten-free Cheerios or alternative yogurt melts.
- Introduce new ingredients gradually and watch for any potential allergic reactions when creating the trail mix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg