37 Allergy-Free Treats For Kids

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37 Allergy-Free Treats For Kids1/37 Bee My Honey Fruit Dip 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Mark Derse for Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Wheat-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free Orange, cinnamon and nutmeg round out this creamy spiced dip. I serve it with apples, pineapple and strawberries when they’re in season. —Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 95 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Editor’s Tip: Before starting any of these recipes, double-check your ingredient packaging to

be sure the processing facility is allergen-free

be sure the processing facility is allergen-free. 2/37 Lemon-Apricot Fruit Pops Test Kitchen Approved Lemon-Apricot Fruit Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 6 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Dairy-Free, Wheat-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free With just 31 calories and less than 1 tsp. sugar per serving, this is one light and refreshing summer dessert everyone can find room for! —Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 31 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 fruit. 3/37 Thyme-Sea Salt

Crackers 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Thyme-Sea Salt Crackers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Egg-Free, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free These homemade crackers are decidedly light and crispy. An addictive snack on their own, they also pair well with a sharp white cheddar. —Jessica Wirth, Charlotte, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cracker: 23 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 45mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 4/37 Fruit Skewers 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruit and Cheese Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste

We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea

of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It’s easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob with 2 tablespoons dip: 147 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 5/37 Homemade Potato Chips 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Homemade Potato Chips

This quick and easy recipe will delight everyone in the family

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Forget buying a bag of potato chips at the grocery store when you can make these at home. This quick and easy recipe will delight everyone in the family. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 176 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. 6/37 Soft Honey Cookies 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Soft Honey Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat

16 cookies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These old-fashioned honey cookies have a subtle honey-cinnamon flavor and a tender texture. This recipe has been a favorite in my family for years and now it can be one at your house, too. —Rochelle Friedman, Brooklyn, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 77 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 31mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 7/37 Black Bean Brownies 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 1 dozen Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’d never guess these rich, velvety chocolate treats contain a can of black beans. Who would have thought black bean brownies would be so amazing? —Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island Nutrition Facts: 1 brownie: 167 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 131mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 8/37 Ranch Popcorn 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ranch Popcorn Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What’s movie night at home

without some popcorn to munch?

without some popcorn to munch? Try a big tub of this buttery, showstopping blend. It’s easy, cheesy and finger-lickin’ good. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 188 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 9/37 Apple Snack Wedges 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Snack Wedges Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids of all ages will love these easy apple snacks. With protein from peanut butter and a hint of sweetness

and crunch, the quick-to-fix bites make a fun and healthy treat

and crunch, the quick-to-fix bites make a fun and healthy treat. —Jacquie Berg, St. Cloud, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 36 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 33mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch. 10/37 Easy Elephant Ears 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Elephant Ears Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ll love the classic cinnamon-sugar flavor of these crispy bite-size treats. Even more, you’ll love that they call for just three ingredients and are

so simple to assemble

so simple to assemble. —Bob Rose, Waukesha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 elephant ear: 87 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 11/37 Patriotic Pops 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Patriotic Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My kids love homemade ice pops, and I love knowing that the ones we make are good for them. We whip up a big batch with multiple flavors so they have many choices, but these patriotic

red, white and blueberry ones are always a favorite!

red, white and blueberry ones are always a favorite! —Shannon Carino, Frisco, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 55 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch. 12/37 Fruit & Cereal Snack Mix Test Kitchen Approved Fruit & Cereal Snack Mix Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2-1/2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I mix dried cranberries, cherries, raisins and apple chips with cinnamon cereal for a kid-friendly snack. It’s wonderful all year, but we enjoy it at holiday

parties in particular

parties in particular. —John Lancaster, Union Grove, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 223 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. 13/37 Chocolate Amaretti 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Amaretti Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These classic almond paste cookies are like ones you’d find in an Italian bakery. My husband and children are always excited when I include these goodies in my holiday baking lineup. —Kathy Long, Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1

This sweet snack is fun for kids and adults alike!

cookie: 92 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 14/37 Gluten-Free Chocolate Snack Mix 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Gluten-Free Chocolate Snack Mix Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Being gluten-intolerant, I experiment with a lot of recipes. This sweet snack is fun for kids and adults alike! —Angela Buchanan, Longmont, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 182 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

It was in a cookbook she made for the family for Christmas! —

15/37 Lemon Shortbread Cookies 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received this recipe for lemon shortbread cookies from my cousin, who tried to duplicate cookies she loved from a restaurant. It was in a cookbook she made for the family for Christmas! —Lorie Miner, Kamas, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 77 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 16/37 Chocolate-Topped Marshmallow Sticks Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total

These chocolate-dunked pops are always a hit at local bake sales

Time 30 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to use all sorts of different marshmallow shapes and flavors to mix things up. These chocolate-dunked pops are always a hit at local bake sales. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan 17/37 Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As a competitive figure skater, I need high-energy snacks to keep me going. These cookies are loaded with nuts, chips and fabulous flavor. Coaches at my skating rink are always sneaking two

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