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.
IN THIS ARTICLE:
Chickpea and sweet potato tots
Baked chickpeas patties aka falafel
Roasted chickpeas
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
Chickpea and sweet potato tots
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
Baked chickpeas patties aka falafel
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
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