Come summer, and kids’ appetites take a collective nosedive. You can’t blame them – the heat is intense! All they feel like doing is drinking something and running around. Heavy food is definitely a no-no during this season, as it feels uncomfortable and takes longer to digest. That’s why salads, watery soups and juices take…Read More
Puffed Rice Balls Recipe for Toddlers and Kids
Today, we have a Puffed Rice Balls recipe, an easy sweet recipe made with puffed rice and jaggery syrup. These puffed rice balls are a good snack for kids to munch on in between meals as it provides instant energy for active kids. It tastes delicious and very simple to make if you get the correct jaggery…Read More
Sweet Corn Salad – Refreshing Summer Snack
We launch our Mums in the Kitchen Series today with a fresh Sweet Corn Salad Recipe. Watch this space all week for a new recipe every day! Today, we have a lovely, refreshing salad that’s perfect for summer. Vibrantly colored, this Sweet Corn Salad makes a fun snack for kids. This summer salad is succulent,…Read More
Baked Fish Balls Recipe for Kids
We’ve read about the importance of Omega 3 fatty acids in nearly every article pertaining to kids nutrition. One of the chief sources of these healthy fatty acids are fish, but it can be quite a challenge to get kids to eat fish! It’s quite likely that your fussy eater turns up his nose at…Read More
Sathumaavu Banana Muffins Recipe
Muffins are a wonderfully healthy alternative to cupcakes and the best part is that they can be made from all kinds of grains! Today’s muffins are made from the super nutritious Sathumaavu mix and whole wheat flour . Besides, they are also eggless and dairy-free! The walnuts not just add a nice nutty crunch to the…Read More
Spiced Carrot Walnut Muffins
Muffins often get a bad rap compared to cupcakes. Cupcakes are treated like glamour stars, with designer labels and pretty colors, while muffins are relegated to the back seat. However, today’s spiced carrot walnut muffins recipe will put any cupcake to shame – it is packed with flavor! It also provides wholesome nutrition, with carrots,…Read More
Healthy Bread Idli Recipe for Toddlers
I’m sure you’re a little surprised at the name of this recipe. It was confusing for me too the first time my Mom made this dish for me; I actually asked her. “Where is the bread?” I still remember the day I asked my Mom to make something yummy but new for me. My smart Mom…Read More
Gopalkala Recipe (Brown Rice Flakes in Yogurt)
Gopalkala is a yogurt based dish made in Maharashtra specially on the occasion of Janmashtami, the birthday of Lord Krishna. The curd is in accordance with the ‘dahi handi’ or ‘yogurt pot’ which plays an important role during Janmashtami celebrations! This healthy and scrumptious dish is made with beaten rice (poha), curd and cucumber. Gopalkala…Read More
Peanut Butter Bites Recipe
Toddlers are known for being picky; it’s part of their job description! But of course, we can’t let that be an excuse for incomplete nutrition and it’s up to us as parents to find innovative ways to get them to eat something. Today’s recipe is an example of how you can combine common ingredients to…Read More
Brown Rice Poha Recipe
Poha is one of those rare dishes that is healthy, yummy and easy to make! Generally made from beaten rice, it is best served as a light breakfast , but can also be eaten as a snack for tea. It’s also a good option for kids to take to school. Today, I have a special poha…Read More