Easy DIY baby and toddler snacks: Chickpeas 3 ways

As we continue to navigate shelter-in-place and social distancing orders, taking trips to the grocery store are becoming less and less frequent for a lot of parents. If you’re looking for an alternative to the off-the-shelf snacks for kids, here are 3 easy chickpea recipes your whole family, including your little one, is sure to love.

Chickpeas are the perfect pick-me-up. They are easy to make and require minimal ingredients. These recipes are perfect for the entire family. Babies, toddlers, grandparents - you name it. 

Sleep Tip: Studies show that when children are fed well-balanced diets, they may sleep longer. Providing nutritious snack options like chickpeas with high protein and fiber allow one to feel fully satiated.  

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Truly the easiest snack recipe to ever exist as it has only two ingredients and requires very minimal prep work.

Prep: 5 - 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 - 30 Minutes 

Ingredients: chickpeas, oil 

An update on a favorite snack. An extremely tasty, approachable snack for everyone in the family to enjoy. The perfect activity for tots too! 

Prep: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes 

Ingredients: chickpeas, sweet potatoes, optional seasoning

Typically this delicious vegetarian option is fried. In this version, it is baked and gluten-free. Easy to assemble and can be frozen to be enjoyed for many weeks to come.

Prep: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 - 30 Minutes 

Ingredients: chickpeas, lemon juice, red onion, optional seasoning 

Tools: Food Processor