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Hidden Fruit & Veggie Oat Muffins | Toddler Approved

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How to Get Your Picky Child to Eat Healthy Vegetables: Try These Delicious Hidden Fruit and Veggie Oat Muffins!

Toddlers and kids will love these hidden fruit and veggie oat muffins. I have a picky little toddler who seems to be on an all-carb diet, so I have to find healthy snacks that he will actually eat. This recipe is a delicious way to sneak in extra nutrition! The muffins are perfectly balanced with wholesome ingredients like oats, zucchini, apples, bananas, carrots, honey, and Greek yogurt. I love boosting my son’s veggie intake sneakily! He LOVED these muffins (he kept calling them cake) and asked for more while we were on our walk this morning. Plus, I have so much zucchini from the garden in the summer, so I love having zucchini recipes. This recipe can also be made into mini muffins and oat bars. It’s an easy and fun toddler recipe to have on hand.
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Ingredients You Will Need for These Healthy Fruit and Veggie Muffins:

  • Zucchini
  • Apples
  • Carrots
  • Bananas
  • Eggs
  • Peanut Butter
  • Greek Yogurt
  • Honey
  • Vanilla
  • Cinnamon
  • Chia Seeds
  • Oats
  • Sea Salt
  • Baking Powder

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We have been packing these muffins on the go for weeks! Sometimes, we’ll take them on car rides, park trips, or morning walks. We store them in a ziplock bag on the countertop and store a bunch in the freezer. Once I find a recipe my picky toddler will eat, I go wild and make lots of them. My husband enjoys them even more than my toddler because I always have to make extra.

Storage Tips for Muffins:

  1. Room Temperature:
    • Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. This is ideal for keeping them fresh and soft.
  2. Refrigerator:
    • For longer freshness, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They may be slightly denser when chilled, so you can warm them up slightly in the microwave before serving if desired.
  3. Freezer:
    • To keep the muffins for an extended period, freeze them. Make sure they are completely cooled before placing them in a zip-top freezer bag or airtight container. They can be frozen for up to 6 months. For best results, label the bags with the date.

Thawing Frozen Muffins:

  • When ready to eat, you can thaw the muffins at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator overnight. If you’re in a hurry, you can microwave them for 20-30 seconds to warm them up.

Reheating:

  • For a freshly baked taste, you can reheat the muffins in a toaster oven or microwave for a few seconds before serving.

These storage methods will help maintain the muffins’ flavor and texture while ensuring your little one (or you!) can enjoy them over several days!yummy toddler food, carrot recipes for toddlers, toddler friendly breakfast, toddler recipes, kid recipes, healthy recipes for toddlers, toddler muffins, recipes for kids, gluten-free muffins, oat muffins, hidden vegetable recipes for toddlers, hidden vegetable recipes for kids, carrot muffins, zucchini muffins, apple muffins, healthy kids, healthy toddlers, family meal preparation, blender muffins, blender oat muffins, high protein toddler recipes, how to get my kid to eat healthy, how to get my toddler to eat healthy, toddler vegetable recipes, feeding my toddler healthy food, menu idea for family, toddler friendly recipes, healthy kid friendly recipes, oat muffins, banana muffins, organic, all natural, diet for toddlers, picky eaters, picky eater toddler, toddler approved, kid approved, foodie kids, real ingredients, healthy organic ingredients, chia seeds, flax seeds, greek yogurt muffins, cinnamon muffins, good ingredients, whole foods, eating Whole Foods for kids, healthy family, good habits, nut butter, peanut butter, carrots, honey, no added sugar, no processed food, eat better

What ingredient swaps can I make in these fruit and veggie muffins?

Bananas – avocado, pumpkin puree, and butternut squash puree
Zucchini – eggplant, summer squash, and butternut squash puree
Apple – peaches, pears, applesauce, or berries
Carrots – cooked sweet potatoes, 
Eggs – 1 tbsp flaxseeds mixed with 3 tbsp water. 
Honey – you can replace it with any sugar you like! Try date sugar, maple syrup, or agave!
Greek Yogurt – 1/2 cup of milk or any yogurt.
Peanut Butter – Any nut butter works with this! You can use sunflower butter, almond butter, cashew butter, and even tahini. 

This recipe is very versatile! You can experiment with the muffins by adding ingredients like cocoa powder to make them chocolately, chocolate chips, walnuts, pumpkin spice, cranberries, and more! I plan to make them with pumpkin puree and spice seasoning in the fall!

Are these muffins gluten-free? Yes! (make sure to use 100% gluten-free oats)

How to Store Muffins

You can bake these muffins and store them for about three days at room temperature or up to five days in the fridge. You can serve them at room temperature or warmed slightly—or cold!

You can freeze thoroughly cooled muffins and store them in zip-top bags in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge.
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How do you make healthy hidden fruit and veggie muffins for toddlers?

Step-by-step instructions:

Step One: Add zucchini, apple, banana, carrots, nut butter, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla, and eggs to the blender. Blend the ingredients on a medium speed until pureed.
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Step Two: In the blender, fold in the oats, sea salt, baking powder, cinnamon, and chia seeds, and mix on medium speed until combined.

I love the extra health benefits that chia seeds add to my son’s diet.
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Step Three: Add 1/3 cup of batter to a greased muffin pan.

You can also use muffin liners if you’d like!

Step Four: Bake for 24-26 minutes.
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You can watch the video of these muffins below to see how easy they were to make!

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Hidden Fruit and Veggie Oat Muffins | Toddler Approved

Taralynn
How to Get Your Picky Child to Eat Healthy Vegetables: Try These Delicious Hidden Fruit and Veggie Oat Muffins! Discover a kid-approved recipe that sneaks in extra nutrition with wholesome ingredients like oats, zucchini, apples, bananas, carrots, honey, and Greek yogurt. Perfect for toddlers who prefer carbs, these muffins are a tasty way to boost veggie intake. Make them into mini muffins or oat bars for a fun and easy snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Servings 20 Muffins
Calories 135 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Large Zucchini
  • 2-3 Large Extra Ripe Bananas
  • 1 Large Apple
  • 2 Large Carrots
  • 1/2 Cup Nut Butter (I used peanut butter)
  • 1/2 Cup Greek Yogurt or coconut yogurt
  • 1/2 Cup Honey or your choice of sweetener
  • 2 Tsps Vanilla Extract
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1/4 Tsp Sea Salt
  • 2 Tsps Baking Powder
  • 4 Tsps Ground Cinnamon
  • 5 Cups Oats
  • 2 Tbsps Chia Seeds

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Add zucchini, apple, banana, carrots, nut butter, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla, and eggs to the blender. Blend the ingredients on a medium speed until pureed.
  • In the blender, fold in the oats, sea salt, baking powder, cinnamon, and chia seeds, and mix on medium speed until combined.
  • Add 1/3 cup of batter to a greased muffin pan.
    You can also use muffin liners if you'd like!
  • Bake for 24-26 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1MuffinCalories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 5gFiber: 4gSugar: 6g
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These hidden fruit and veggie toddler muffins have so many health benefits! 

Muffin Health Benefits:

  • Nutrient-rich: Packed with vitamins and fiber from hidden vegetables and fruits.
  • Gluten-free: Suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
  • Naturally sweetened: No refined sugars, only the natural sweetness of honey.
  • High Protein, fiber, and healthy fats

These Toddler-Approved Hidden Fruit and Veggie Muffins are a treat and a smart way to ensure your little one gets the nutrients they need. With every bite, you’ll feel good knowing they’re enjoying something wholesome and delicious. Try baking a batch today and watch them disappear quickly!
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If you want to make these muffins even easier, pour the batter into a greased baking pan and make them into oat bars. I made extras topped with chocolate chips. Bake the bars for 24-46 minutes at 350 degrees.

These muffins are great for healthy lunches for kids! They are perfect when stored in a kid’s lunch box!

One of the best ways to make muffin recipes easier is to throw all the ingredients into a blender! I have been making blender muffins and bars for a while now, and they are so easy and convenient. 

How to serve these healthy muffins to a picky toddler!

Serving Suggestions:

Cut into Fun Shapes:

Use cookie cutters to cut the muffins into fun shapes. This can make them more exciting and appealing to toddlers.

Mini Muffins:

If you make mini muffins, they are the perfect bite-sized treat for little hands. Toddlers often enjoy eating smaller portions.

Serve with Dips:

Pair the muffins with a dip like yogurt, nut butter, or a fruit spread. This adds variety and makes it feel like a fun snack time.

Add a Side of Fruit:

Serve the muffins with a side of fresh fruit slices or a small fruit salad. This complements the muffins and adds color to the plate.

Warm Them Up:

Warm the muffins slightly in the microwave before serving. Toddlers often prefer food that is warm and soft.

Make it a Muffin Bar:

Set up a “muffin bar” where your toddler can choose their muffin and pair it with different toppings or sides, such as fruit, yogurt, or even a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Use Fun Plates or Bowls:

Serve the muffins on colorful plates or in fun-shaped bowls to make mealtime more visually appealing.

Engage Them in Serving:

Let your toddler help with the serving process. They can pick their muffin or help place them on their plate, which can make them more excited to eat.

Help in the kitchen

Let you toddler help you make these muffins! My son is always way more excited to eat a recipe that he helped make. 

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Even if these muffins are just for you and not kids, you’ll love them, and they are just as healthy for us! Even though I make sugary treats daily, I try my hardest to continue eating as healthy as possible, and these muffins have helped me with cravings. 

I can’t wait to hear how you (or your littles) like them!

Questions for you!

  1. What are your favorite vegetables to cook with in the summer?
  2. Do you have a picky child in your house?
  3. What kind of kid-friendly recipes would you like to see next?
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  2. What size baking pan would you recommend if making bars?

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  3. Is tsps a tablespoon or teaspoon?

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  4. what amount of pumpkin puree when replacing the bananas.

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    1. use about 3/4ths cups but also you’ll need to adjust your honey/or syrup for extra sweetness to make up for the banana swap.

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  5. 5 stars
    My toddler gave this one the thumbs up

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  7. Katherine says:

    5 stars
    My toddler loves these, and surprisingly, I like them too! They are a snack I feel good about serving to her. I make a batch, freeze them, and then pop one in her lunchbox the night before she needs it. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them!

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    1. Love that! I’m always a big fan of the healthy freezer snacks for kids! 🙂 Glad you like them too!

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