(Family Features) While so many families spend more time at home than normal, many may be seeking ways to increase fun and activity, especially for children. One way to increase engagement while teaching lifelong lessons is to head to the kitchen for a learning exercise in creating nutritious snacks and treats.
Kids Watermelon Sandwich Cookies
Recipe courtesy of the National Watermelon Promotion Board
Servings: 6
12 blueberry pancakes (3-inch round), cooled to room temperature
1/2 cup white frosting
6 seedless watermelon slices (2/3-inch thick, 3-inch round), drained to remove excess moisture
Evenly frost bottom of each pancake with white frosting. Arrange six pancakes frosting side up on serving platter. Place one slice watermelon on each frosted pancake.
Top each with remaining pancakes, frosting side down. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Frosted Watermelon Cutouts
Recipe courtesy of the National Watermelon Promotion Board
1 seedless watermelon, cut into 1/2-3/4-inch thick slices
1 serving vanilla yogurt
1 serving granola or similar cereal
Using cookie cutters, cut shapes out of watermelon slices. Or, if preferred, use classic cut watermelon wedges.
Frost each slice with yogurt. Sprinkle with granola.
Source: National Watermelon Promotion Board
