Baby Trail Mix with Cheerios and Yogurt Melts
This simple, age-appropriate snack mix is perfect for little hands! Featuring Cheerios, yogurt melts, freeze-dried fruit, and puffed snacks, it’s a fun and healthy treat for babies and toddlers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None (No cooking required)
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 servings (depending on portion size) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, simple mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Cheerios (plain or multigrain)
- 1/2 cup yogurt melts
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried fruit (like strawberries, bananas, or apples)
- 1/4 cup small puffed snacks (like Gerber puffs or similar)
- Optional: 1/4 cup mini animal crackers or small cereal pieces (ensure age-appropriate and allergy-safe)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Ensure all items are safe for your child’s age, and cut any freeze-dried fruit into smaller pieces if necessary.
- Combine: Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until evenly distributed.
- Store: Portion into small, airtight snack containers or Ziploc bags for easy serving. Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to a week.
Notes
- Age-Safe: Always check that the snacks are appropriate for your baby’s age and avoid any choking hazards.
- Customization: Feel free to swap in other freeze-dried fruits or puffed snacks, depending on your baby’s preferences and dietary needs.
- Storage: This mix can be kept for up to a week but is best when fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg