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Back to School Snacks – Puffed Wheat Squares

2023-08-10 by Samantha

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10 nut-free and healthy snacks with some healthier Puffed Wheat Squares. This is a fun Kamut recipe that kids love!! via @mykitchenlove

10 nut-free and healthy school snacks with some healthier Puffed Wheat Squares. This is a fun Kamut recipe that kids love!!

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Back to school has gone from, wayyyyy too soon, to oh my it’s here in a hurry. We’re going camping and I’m thinking I need to order some kids Fall clothes online before all the sizes are gone. I’m totally that mom that thinks of these types of things way too late and one of my twins is stretching so tall she’s almost grown out of her pants.

At least I’ve got the whole school snack thing covered … right? Our preschool is HUGE fans of rice crispy snacks, mostly because they don’t cause a mess at school. Which I get, but you might as well hand my kids sugar cause it’s the same thing.

Kamaut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!
Kamut Marshmallow Squares and Grapefruit Slices

I switch things up around here and use Kamut Puffs in our marshmallow squares. Kamut? Ka-uh? Exactly. It’s a weird word for puffed whole wheat. That’s right, I totally health-a-fied the rice crispy square. Which it needed.

Kamut is loaded with iron and other vitamins and minerals that our growing kids need and if you’re going to wrap something in melted marshmallows it might as well be something healthy.

A perfect kid-approved kamut recipe. Add some grapefruit slices with the peel and pith (bitter white part) removed and your kid will be all over this snack. Promise.

Kamaut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!
Sesame Cocoa Crackers and Orange Slices

I’m not going to lie. I had to scrounge the grocery store for various school snack ideas and I’m a bit ashamed to admit that I completely overlooked the whole sesame cracker thing. Then, I found these guys. Organic, low sugar, and made with cocoa so my kids think they’re getting a chocolate cracker.

Good deal, right? Gluten-Free, vegan, and basically all the good stuff without the bad preservatives.

Kamaut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!
Seasoned Crispy Chickpeas and Pineapple Chunks

Truthfully we don’t snack a lot on crispy chickpeas because we love them in our salads. In a pinch I’d toss them into a snack pack for preschool however. They’re super easy to whip up and you can use any flavouring you like on them.

We’re partial to paprika with sea salt and pepper. Sear in a hot pan with some vegetable oil for a protein boost.

Kamaut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!
Savoury Broccoli Muffin and Strawberries

Savoury muffins are a great way to get kids used to savoury treats vs loaded sugar ones. I used this Broccoli and Cheddar Muffins Recipe, but I do have to say it needs some herbs in there. Add 1 tsp of dried thyme or even 3 tbsp of chopped fresh dill (pick whichever one your kids like more).

My husband said they tasted way too much like broccoli so maybe add some extra cheese for good measure too.

Kamaut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!
Coconut Chips and Mango Slices

Coconut Chips and mango strips for a tropical vibe in the middle of winter when tropical fruit is at its peak. Need 15 more Back to School Snack ideas?

Check out the first post for Kid-Friendly Energy Bites and other ideas here, the second Pumpkin Chocolate Loaf and other ideas here, and the third for Homemade Fruit leather and more here. Thanks for tagging along!

Kamut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!

The first time I made these delicious kamut recipe squares with a mashed up banana in them, but they turned soggy from it. A good idea, but bad final outcome so the final recipe reflects the squares without the banana.

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Kamut Puff Marshmallow Squares. A healthier take on the usual preschool marshmallow squares. And 9 other nut-free snack ideas!
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Back to School Snacks Week 3 – Kamut Marshmallow Squares
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 
Healthier marshmallow cereal squares! Wholesome and delicious!
Servings: 20 squares (or so depending upon how large each square is cut)
Author: Samantha @mykitchenlove
Ingredients
Squares:
  • 6 cups kamut puff cereal
  • 6 cup mini marshmallows
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter or butter alternative
chocolate drizzle:
  • 2 tbsp semi-chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Spray a 9″ x 13″ sided dish with non-stick spray.
  2. Place 2 inches of water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Place a large heatproof bowl over the water and add marshmallows and butter. Allow marshmallows to melt, stirring every now and then.
  3. Once marshmallows are melted quickly add kamut puffs and mix to combine. Press firmly into prepared dish and allow to cool.
  4. If desired, drizzle with chocolate that was melted in the microwave in short 20 second bursts. Allow chocolate to set and cut into squares.

Enjoy! xo

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Mom of twins, a singleton, and wife to a hungry husband. The food demands that surround me, have pushed me to lead our food life more simply, nutritiously, and deliciously. It’s a good day when family, friends, and food intersect.

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