Creating these Spring Rainbow Cups is a fun way for children to explore colourful foods during snack time. Letting kids build their own layered cups encourages curiosity, creativity, and positive experiences with new foods.
Ingredients:
The Base: Yogurt
The Rainbow Layers:
- Strawberries, chopped
- Blueberries
- Banana slices
- Mango or pineapple
The Crunch: Oats or crunchy cereal
Directions:
- Spoon a layer of yogurt into a clear cup or small bowl.
- Add chopped strawberries and a sprinkle of oats or crunchy cereal.
- Repeat the layers using blueberries, banana slices, and mango or pineapple to create a colourful rainbow effect.
- Let children choose the order of their layers and build their own rainbow creation.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Encourage children to name the colours they used and describe their rainbow before eating.
Dietitian’s Allergy Tips
- Dairy-free? Swap yogurt for a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- Need extra crunch? Try low-sugar granola or crushed whole grain cereal.
- For children under 3 years old, cut blueberries in half to help reduce choking risk.