Specialists in Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry

Healthy Kid Friendly Recipes

From Dr. Lewis' kitchen to yours, checkout these dentist approved kid friendly recipes. 

  • Chocolate Banana Smoothie

    Prep time - 5 mins2 Servings
    Ingredients
    • - 1 cup of milk (Dairy or non dairy)
    • - 2 Frozen bananas
    • - 1 tbsp honey
    • - 1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
    • - Whipped cream (Optional)
    Instructions
    • - Add all ingredients to blender and blend until creamy and well combined.
    • - Add whipped cream (Optional)
    • - Serve immediately
  • Strawberry Smoothie

    Prep time - 5 mins2 Servings
    Ingredients
    • - 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt
    • - 1 cup trimmed and sliced strawberries
    • - Fresh lemon juice (optional)
    • - Maple syrup, agave, or honey (optional)
    Instructions
    • - Add yogurt and berries to blender. Blend until very smooth, about 30-60 seconds.
    • - Taste and add a few drops of lemon juice. 1 tsp- 1 tbsp of the sweetener of your choice. Add little by little until desired taste.
    • - Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for two days in the fridge.
    • - Shake well before serving. If you plan to store it, add the lemon juice
  • Granola Balls

    Prep time- 5 minsYields 10-12 balls
    Ingredients
    • - 1 ½ cup old fashioned oats
    • - 1/2 cup dried blueberries
    • - 1/2 cup cranberries
    • - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
    • - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
    • - 1/3 cup peanut butter
    • - 1/3 cup honey
    Instructions
    • - Combine oats, blueberries, cranberries, chopped walnuts and mini chocolate chips in a bowl and mix well.
    • - In a separate bowl combine peanut butter and honey and stir until smooth.
    • - Pour peanut butter honey mixture over the granola mix and stir until everything is coated.
    • - With wet hands, roll into balls, about an inch wide. To make them easier to roll, you can put the mixture in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to let firm.
    • - Serve immediately or store in an airtight container. You can use wax paper in between layers to keep balls from sticking.
    • - Enjoy
  • Cheesy baked zucchini bites

    Prep time- 10 minsServing- 1-2 dozen bites
    Ingredients
    • - 1 ½ cups (7.5 oz) packed shredded zucchini
    • - 1 large egg, lightly beaten
    • - ¼ to ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese or a blend of cheddar and Monterey jack.
    • - ¼ cup panko or regular breadcrumbs
    • - ¼ teaspoon dried basil or 1-2 teaspoon fresh
    • - ¼ teaspoon garlic powder and salt
    • - 1/8 teaspoon pepper
    Instructions
    • - Preheat oven to 425 degrees
    • - Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly grease an unlined baking sheet.
    • - Place the shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and wring out all the excess water over the sink until the zucchini is dry. You should have a little over 1 cup after squeezing out the water.
    • - Place the zucchini and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl and mix until combined.
    • - Drop the mixture by tablespoons on the prepared baking sheet and lightly press the mounds with your hands to flatten slightly.
    • - Bake for 16-20 minutes until edges are golden.
    • - Enjoy!

André L. Lewis, DDS

Pediatric Dentist

1882 59th St.

W. Bradenton, Fl 34209

Phone: 941-792-9392

Fax: 941-795-4057

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