My Nanny Kids love to cook. The youngest can’t read yet and loves, “Look and Cook Snacks: A First Book of Recipes in Pictures” by Valorie Fisher to follow visual instructions with pictures rather than reading words. This week we made the Wrap and Roll recipe wrapping ham and cheese in crescent rolls. You Will […]
Apple Pie Bake
September 18, 2026 Leave a Comment
When looking for an easy treat to make for the kids this autumn this apple pie bake saves the day. Combining tart Granny Smith and sweet Gala apples wrapped in flaky pie crust, this toddler-approved recipe is basically apple pie in a baking dish instead of a pie plate. I hope your nanny kids like […]
Patriotic Vegetable Platter
September 4, 2026 Leave a Comment
Make Labor Day extra festive and delicious—with this fun American flag vegetable platter! Kids will love the bright colors, fun flag design, and having a healthy snack they can pick and choose from. It’s an easy, patriotic way for nannies to add a little holiday fun to snack time. You Will Need: 1 Large Cookie […]
Frozen Yogurt Banana Pops
August 28, 2026 Leave a Comment
Frozen yogurt banana pops are a creamy, gut-healthy alternative to chocolate that freeze into a delicious treat. Using thick Greek yogurt or thick plant-based yogurt works best ensuring a thick coating that grips the banana perfectly. Regular thin yogurt will drip off. Best Flavor Combinations: Strawberry Shortcake: Dip bananas in strawberry Greek yogurt and roll […]
Red, White, and Blue Shish Kabobs
June 26, 2026 Leave a Comment
Looking for a festive kid-friendly snack for the 4th of July? These easy fruit shish kabobs are a sweet way to celebrate! Let little hands build their own patriotic treat by adding fresh strawberries, juicy blueberries, and marshmallows onto skewers. You Will Need: Kid-Friendly Bamboo SkewersStrawberriesBlueberriesMarshmallows What to Do: 1. Wash the fruit and hull […]
Honey-Basted Grilled Peaches
June 19, 2026 Leave a Comment
Kids love summer fruit! These grilled honey basted peaches turn a simple fruit into a warm, sweet, and fun treat! Grilling brings out the natural sweetness of juicy peaches while the honey creates a delicious caramelized coating. Served with creamy Greek yogurt, this easy recipe makes a perfect kid-friendly snack, dessert, or summer treat. Be […]
Vegetable Garden Snack
June 12, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turn snack time into garden time! This simple veggie garden platter starts with a “soil” of creamy hummus spread across the bottom, then colorful raw vegetables are arranged upright like fresh vegetables growing from the earth. It’s a nutritious, hands-on snack that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat perfect for curious […]
Why Summer Nannies Love Bentgo Chill
June 7, 2026 1 Comment
From the sandbox to the splash pad Bentgo Chill makes my favorite leak-proof snack and lunch containers and ice packs to use as a nanny working with kids in the summer. No crushed crackers, no spilled berries, and plenty of cool food with no regrets. See why summer outings are smoother with Bentgo products in […]
Salad in a Jar: A Nanny’s Own Meal Prep Hack
May 31, 2026 Leave a Comment
For nannies who pack lunch on the go, like me, these Glass Salad Mason Jars with Dressing Cups are a game-changer. I have been dieting this year and lost a lot of weight. These 32-ounce glass jars have helped me keep me on track and continue eating healthy, low calorie, high protein, and high fiber […]
Homemade Fruit Leather
May 15, 2026 Leave a Comment
Homemade fruit leather is the snack that feels like a treat but quietly wins at nutrition. It’s simple, customizable, and a fun way to use up ripe fruit before it turns into a science experiment on the counter. It is simple to blend fresh or frozen fruit, spread, bake, peel, and cut into strips. Children […]
