{"id":16858,"date":"2016-09-19T10:03:58","date_gmt":"2016-09-19T17:03:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/?p=16858"},"modified":"2025-05-28T13:38:36","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T13:38:36","slug":"5-kid-approved-afternoon-snacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/5-kid-approved-afternoon-snacks\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Strawberry-Popsicle1.jpg\" alt=\"strawberry-popsicle1\" width=\"599\" height=\"511\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-16865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Strawberry-Popsicle1.jpg 599w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Strawberry-Popsicle1-300x256.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks<\/h2>\n<h4>by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD<\/h4>\n<p>Every parent wants to feed their child healthy snacks, but will he or she actually eat them?  Here are 5 after-school snacks that meet both you AND your child\u2019s standards!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg\" alt=\"blog-divider-line\" width=\"620\" height=\"60\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg 620w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line-300x29.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Homemade Trail Mix<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022\t\u00bc cup roasted, salted cashews (any nut)<br \/>\n\u2022\t2 Tbsp. dark chocolate chips<br \/>\n\u2022\t2 Tbsp. raisins<br \/>\n\u2022\t1 Tbsp. unsweetened coconut flakes<br \/>\n<strong>~Quick Recipe~<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022       Combine in bowl and serve.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg\" alt=\"blog-divider-line\" width=\"620\" height=\"60\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg 620w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line-300x29.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Frozen Chocolate-Covered Bananas<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022\t4 large ripe bananas<br \/>\n\u2022\t\u00be cup organic dark chocolate chips (melted on low heat)<br \/>\n\u2022\t\u00bc cup unsweetened shredded coconut<br \/>\n\u2022\tWooden popsicle sticks<br \/>\n<strong>~Quick Recipe~<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022\tLine baking sheet with wax paper.  Insert popsicle stick into each banana and cover with melted chocolate using spatula.<br \/>\n\u2022\tSprinkle with shredded coconut and place on baking sheet.<br \/>\n\u2022\tFreeze for about 2 hours and enjoy!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg\" alt=\"blog-divider-line\" width=\"620\" height=\"60\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg 620w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line-300x29.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Balls<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022\t1 cup rolled oats<br \/>\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup organic mini dark chocolate chips<br \/>\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup ground flaxseed<br \/>\n\u2022\t\u00bd cup creamy natural peanut butter<br \/>\n\u2022\t1\/3 cup honey<br \/>\n\u2022\t1 tsp. vanilla extract<br \/>\n<strong>~Quick Recipe~<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022\tCombine all ingredients and mix in a bowl.  Form 20 medium balls using your hands.<br \/>\n\u2022\tPlace on baking sheet (with wax paper) and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.  Enjoy!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg\" alt=\"blog-divider-line\" width=\"620\" height=\"60\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg 620w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line-300x29.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Strawberry Banana Yogurt Popsicles<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022\t1 large ripe banana, frozen<br \/>\n\u2022\t12 strawberries<br \/>\n\u2022\t4 oz. organic vanilla yogurt<br \/>\n\u2022\tWooden popsicle sticks<br \/>\n<strong>~Quick Recipe~<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022\tBlend all ingredients on high until smooth.<br \/>\n\u2022\tUsing a spatula, scrape mixture into popsicle molds (or Dixie cups).  Insert popsicle sticks and freeze overnight.<br \/>\n\u2022\tRun popsicle molds under warm water for easy removal or carefully peel off Dixie cup.  Enjoy!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg\" alt=\"blog-divider-line\" width=\"620\" height=\"60\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg 620w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line-300x29.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Toast w\/ Almond Butter &amp; Honey<\/h3>\n<p>\u2022\t1 slice sprouted grain toast (or favorite whole-grain brand)<br \/>\n\u2022\t2 tsp. honey<br \/>\n\u2022\t1 Tbsp. almond butter<br \/>\n<strong>~Quick Recipe~<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022\tToast bread and spread honey first (let melt), followed by almond butter.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15477\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg\" alt=\"blog-divider-line\" width=\"620\" height=\"60\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line.jpg 620w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/blog-divider-line-300x29.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/shop.thedolcediet.com\/collections\/personalized-plans-certifications\/products\/dolce-diet-custom-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17058\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dolce-Diet-1-on-1-Consult-800.png\" alt=\"dolce-diet-1-on-1-consult-800\" width=\"620\" height=\"620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dolce-Diet-1-on-1-Consult-800.png 800w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dolce-Diet-1-on-1-Consult-800-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dolce-Diet-1-on-1-Consult-800-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dolce-Diet-1-on-1-Consult-800-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Every parent wants to feed their child healthy snacks, but will he or she actually eat them? 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Homemade Trail Mix \u2022 \u00bc cup roasted, salted cashews (any nut) \u2022 2 Tbsp. dark chocolate [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":16863,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[30,8],"tags":[1858,1859,34],"class_list":["post-16858","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog-post","category-news","tag-after-school-snacks","tag-healthy-kid-snacks","tag-the-dolce-diet"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v18.4.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks - The Dolce Diet<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/landing-uat.thedolcediet.com\/blog\/5-kid-approved-afternoon-snacks\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks - The Dolce Diet\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Every parent wants to feed their child healthy snacks, but will he or she actually eat them? 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