Growing up I was a terrible eater and survived solely on the three most important food groups: chicken fingers and fries, Goldfish crackers and chocolate ice cream. As I’ve gotten older, I’d like to think that my taste in food has matured a bit as I’ve added pizza, salads (getting better!) and lobster (yum!) to my list of favorites. My brother begs to differ as he has lovingly referred to my taste in food as “that of a kindergartner.” Well hey, I do eat most of my meals with a three and six-year-old.
As fate would have it, my son inherited my “picky eater” gene and refuses to eat anything but cheese and bananas. I quickly learned that when you have a kid who feeds 99% of what you make for him to the dog that to outsmart a stubborn toddler you need to get creative. Finding recipes that include his favorite foods are key so when I came across this recipe for banana pudding, I knew that I had to try it. Guess what? He loved it! (As evidence seen in the photos of a super happy and full toddler!)
Ingredients: Bananas, Instant Vanilla Pudding (one package), Milk, Mini Nilla Wafers, Sprinkles, Whipped Cream.
- Following the instructions on the package to make instant vanilla pudding (we used Jello brand).
- Add a few small wafers to the bottom of your glass.
- Add a few scoops of vanilla pudding.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas.
- Add another layer of vanilla pudding.
- Repeat steps 2-5 until your glass is filled.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Add colorful sprinkles.
Happy eating!
