Spring Butterflies
Spring is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen with your little ones. This recipe is fun, easy, and perfect for preschool-aged children to help with. Here is a recipe for delicious Springtime Butterfly Snacks that parents can make with their children:
Ingredients:
- Apple slices
- Peanut butter
- Pretzels
- Raisins
- Mini marshmallows
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions:
- Start by cutting an apple into slices that are about 1/4 inch thick. These will be the butterfly’s wings.
- Spread peanut butter onto the apple slices, making sure to cover the entire surface.
- Take two pretzels and place them in the middle of the peanut butter to make the butterfly’s body.
- Add raisins for the eyes and a mini marshmallow for the nose.
- If desired, mix a few drops of food coloring into a small amount of peanut butter to create different colors. Use a toothpick to draw on the butterfly’s wings or add dots for decoration.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious and adorable Springtime Butterfly Snacks with your little ones!
This recipe is not only a fun activity to do with your children but it also encourages healthy eating habits by incorporating fresh fruits and protein-rich peanut butter. Plus, the cute butterfly design is sure to make snack time more exciting!
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