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Banana Pops

June 23, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Try this fun recipe for a kid-approved summer snack! These banana pops are a great nutritional snack that everyone will enjoy making. and eating!


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6 1 pop
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6 1 pop
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6 1 pop
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6 1 pop
Ingredients
  • 3 bananas medium, peeled and cut in half
  • 3 Cups Greek yogurt plain, nonfat 
  • 1 Oz pudding mix, instant, vanilla, fat free, sugar free
  • 2 Tsp sprinkles  
  • popsicle sticks
Servings: 1 pop
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  1. Peel bananas and cut in half. Insert a popsicle stick into the flat end of the banana.
  2. Mix together yogurt and pudding mix until combined.
  3. Dip bananas into yogurt mixture, using a spoon to coat each banana evenly if necessary.
  4. Add sprinkles to the pops evenly distributing amongst all six.
  5. Place bananas on a flat tray and freeze until the yogurt has hardened, approximately 2 hours.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: banana, Desserts, greek yogurt, kid friendly, popsicle sticks, pudding mix, snack, Snacks, sprinkles, summer

Green Monster Muffins

June 23, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

We are green with monster energy from these tasty Green Monster Muffins! These muffins are fun and colorful and even have some sneaky veggies worked in! Bring some color into your kid-friendly snacks with these muffins that will keep them full of nutrients for their Summer fun! green monster muffins


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1 2 mini muffins
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1 2 mini muffins
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1 2 mini muffins
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1 2 mini muffins
Ingredients
  • 1/2 Cup Medjool dates pitted and chopped
  • 1/2 Cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 Cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 bananas
  • 2 Cups baby spinach
  • 2 Cups oat flour
  • 1 Cup strawberries
Servings: 2 mini muffins
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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a mini muffin tin with muffin liners or parchment paper
  2. Soak dates in a bowl of boiling water for 4-5 minutes or until softened.
  3. Add the soaked dates to a blender with the applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Blend on high until mixture comes together.
  5. Next add the avocado oil, baking soda, sea salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, bananas, baby spinach and oat flour to the blender and blend on high until well combined.
  6. Wash and dry strawberries.
  7. Gently fold in diced strawberries to combined mixture.
  8. Spoon the mixture into the prepped muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack until cool.
  9. Store muffins for up to 5 days in a sealed container in the fridge.
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Spicy Pea and Avocado Toast

May 13, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a fresh twist on your favorite breakfast? Try this Spicy Pea and Avocado Toast for a flavorful and cost-efficient variation to traditional avocado toast.  pea and avocado toast


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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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3 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
Ingredients
Pea and Avocado Guacamole
  • 1/2 Cup frozen peas Thawed
  • 1 Medium Avocado Sliced
  • 1 jalapeno Seeded and diced
  • 1/3 Cup red onion Chopped
  • 1/4 Cup cilantro Chopped
  • 1/2 Teaspoon garlic Minced
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice About 1 Small Lime
  • 1/4 Teaspoon salt
Other toppings
  • 3 Slices 100% whole wheat bread
  • 1/2 Cup cherry tomatoes Sliced in Half
  • 3 Tablespoons feta cheese Crumbled
  • 1/2 Tablespoon hot sauce
Servings: 1/3 Cup Guacamole + 1 Slice of Toast
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  1. Pulse the peas in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Transfer peas to a medium bowl. To the same bowl, add the flesh of the avocado. Combine avocado and peas by smashing together into a chunky texture.
  3. To the avocado mixture, add jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine. Set aside.
  4. Toast bread to desired doneness.
  5. Evenly divide the guacamole by spreading onto the toast (about 1/3 Cup)
  6. Top the toast with an even division of the cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and hot sauce.
  7. Serve immediately
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: avocado, bread, breakfast, cilantro, garlic, guacamole, hot sauce, jalapeno, lime, peas, red onion, Snacks, spring, toast, tomato

Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal

May 3, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

With hints of orange and the tang of cranberries this baked oatmeal is perfect for breakfast or even a late-afternoon snack. This baked oatmeal is great for meal prepping for the next week. Cut it up into single servings so it’s grab-and-go ready. Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal

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12 1/12
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12 1/12
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12 1/12
Ingredients
  • ¾ Cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 egg whites (1/4 cup)
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoons orange zest
  • 1/2 Cup 100% orange juice
  • ½ Cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 Cup chia seeds
  • 4 Cups rolled “old fashion” oats
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 Cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 Cup pecans chopped
Servings: 1/12
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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9x9 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl whisk applesauce, egg whites, and brown sugar until combined.
  3. To the mixture add orange zest, orange juice, almond milk, vanilla extract, and chia seeds. Mix until combined and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl add rolled oats, baking soda, dried cranberries, and pecans. Stir until mixed.
  5. Add the liquid mixture to the dried oat mixture and stir until combined.
  6. Pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish and bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until set. Serve warm or once cooled cut into to 12 pieces and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: almond milk, applesauce, breakfast, brown sugar, chia seeds, cranberries, egg whites, oat, orange juice, orange zest, pecans, Snacks

Parmesan Pasta Chips

April 28, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

If you’re looking for a delicious, easy, on-the-go snack, then our Parmesan Pasta Chips are just for you! With their crunch and cheese flavor these pasta chips are sure to be all the rave! Parmesan Pasta Chips

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2 1 cup pasta chips + ¼ cup marinara sauce
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2 1 cup pasta chips + ¼ cup marinara sauce
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2 1 cup pasta chips + ¼ cup marinara sauce
Ingredients
  • 1.5 Cup dry pasta rigatoni
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon parsley dried
  • 1/2 Cup traditional marinara sauce No added sugar options
Servings: 1 cup pasta chips + ¼ cup marinara sauce
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  1. Clean and prep cooking area.
  2. Cook pasta according to the packaging.
  3. Once pasta is cooked, drain it, and set it aside.
  4. To a large mixing bowl, add your cooked pasta, olive oil, parmesan cheese (1 Tbsp), minced garlic, garlic powder (½ tsp), onion powder, cayenne pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
  5. Air Fryer: If you are using an air fryer, add pasta to basket and cook at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until crunchy. Mix pasta every 3-5 minutes for the first 10 minutes and every minute thereafter during cooking time to avoid burning. Oven: If you are using an oven, pre heat oven to 400 degrees and cook pasta chips for 15- 25 minutes or until crunchy. Mix every 3-5 minutes to allow even baking.
  6. Once pasta chips are done, mix with the remaining parmesan cheese and garlic powder and top with red pepper flakes and parsley.
  7. Serve with ¼ cup of marinara sauce (per serving) to dip and enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air fryer, appetizer, garlic, italian seasoning, marinara sauce, olive oil, oven, parmesan, pita chips, red pepper flakes, snack, Snacks

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