Has your child refused fruits lately, hoping to live on an all-carb diet? Or, if they're like my toddler this week, have they avoided sitting down to eat most of the time? Kids love shakes and smoothies... and they are a wonderful way to get some fruit and protein on those busy days. Store-bought or chain smoothies tend to be filled with extra sugars. Making your own is much tastier and more economical.
Put smoothies in a cup or straw-type cup, or serve it straight up in a spoon with a thicker consistency for your younger baby. You can really combine any frozen or seasonal fruit with OJ, yogurt, or milk (doesn't have to be cow's milk) to make a smoothie. Add some flax seed or even spinach (it's true! you can do this!) in for added benefit. Here are a few other ideas to get you going....
Going Bananas
Blend 1 banana and 1-2 cups of milk. Optional: ice, honey, OJ or 1/4 tsp vanilla. Serve immediately.
Frozen Berry Delight
Blend 1 cup frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, rasberries) with 1-2 cups milk or OJ. Optional: Add 1/4 cup yogurt. No ice needed with frozen fruit. Serve immediately.
Chocolate Peanut Butter- Dessert for Baby AND You... (1 year old or up)
Blend 1 cup vanilla yogurt, 2 TSP peanut or almond butter, 1/2 cup milk, 1/8 cup chocolate chips, 1/4 cup ice. Optional: 1/2 banana. Serve immediately. (Make sure you've cleared nut butters with your pediatrician before trying this one.)
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