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Snacks for Kids

Edible Cupid Arrows

February 2, 2018 by Cara

A white background of 5 edible Cupid arrows made with bell peppers, cheese, pretzels, and Cheez-its crackers.

Using bell peppers cut into small hearts, cream cheese, and cheesey crackers, these Edible Cupid Arrows are a fun snacktivity idea that your kids can create this Valentines Day. Snacktivity (noun: An activity and snack combined). A snacktivity is when you make something fun and then you eat it. Really, any snack is great but a…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Holiday, Nut Free, Snacks for Kids, Valentine's Day

Vegan Cheese Sauce

January 26, 2018 by Cara

A blue bowl full of vegan cheese sauce with jalapeƱos next to it and some tortilla chips

Stuffed with hidden vegetables and free of soy, this vegan cheese sauce is the perfect sauce for dipping chips into. Your kids will never know they are eating cauliflower and bell pepper. What a Mom Win for you! RELATED: Dairy Free Mac N Cheese Whoever said you had to eat a bunch of processed, fake,…

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Filed Under: Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Sauces/Spreads, Snacks for Kids, Vegan

Groundhog Toasts

January 23, 2018 by Cara

Two plates with toast made to look like groundhogs on a table with fruit in a bowl.

To spring or not to spring, that is the question coming up in a matter of a week. All of our end of winter hopes is placed in one groundhog known as Punxsutawney Phil and whether or not he sees his shadow, come the beginning of February. Whether you believe the tradition or not, these…

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Fresh Out of the Oven, Groundhog Day, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Snacks for Kids

Evening Snacks for Kids

January 3, 2018 by Cara

A collection of recipes for evening snacks for kids

Whether you call it a snack, a treat, or dessert, here are 30 of my top evening snacks for kids. These aren’t just any recipes though. Every recipe actually has a healthier twist to them, allowing you to feel good about the food you are feeding your kids after dinner.  01|30: PEANUT BUTTER AND CELERY…

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Filed Under: Desserts, Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly, Snacks for Kids

Reindeer Apple Slices

December 5, 2017 by Cara

Sliced Opal apples covered with peanut butter and pretzel antlers, these Reindeer Apple Slices are a snack that every kid will love this Christmas #christmasfunfood #funkidfood

Make snack time a real healthy yet FUN treat when you turn Opal Apples into these holiday classic Reindeer Apple Slices. Covered with peanut butter and pretzel antlers, this is a snack that every kid (even the kid in YOU) will love.  Using Opal apples for these adorably festive Reindeer Apple Slices not only adds a…

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Filed Under: Christmas, Fresh Out of the Oven, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Snacks for Kids

Penguin Crackers

November 24, 2017 by Cara

Winter is here and I’ve got my scarves and mittens piled up, ready for the cold. I’m not sure if I’ve even mentioned it yet over here, but we just moved to Chicago from LA, so needless to say it’s quite a different climate. In fact, anytime someone finds out where we’re from, they look…

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Filed Under: Christmas, Egg Free, Fresh Out of the Oven, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Snacks for Kids, Vegan

Refined Sugar Free Watermelon Skulls

October 24, 2017 by Cara

Giving your kids nutritious snack over the holiday can be possible (and still fun!) with these Refined Sugar Free Watermelon Skulls! #kidfood #kidshalloween

Whoever said that Halloween treats can only be full of sugar and as unhealthy as possible has never been on Fork & Beans. I’m proof that holiday food can still be fun and yep, you got it, completely healthy! I have skeleton dips, witches fingers, and even monster cups, all made with real ingredients and…

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Filed Under: Desserts, Egg Free, Fresh Out of the Oven, Gluten-Free, Halloween, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Snacks for Kids

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Welcome, I’m Cara! At Fork and Beans you will find creativity at every corner. From snack ideas, to holiday fun–even crafts and activities to do with your kids. If you are a parent (or just love fun food), you’ve come to the right spot! Come check out the latest idea I’ve made for my family and stay awhile, won’t you?

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