...neither of my grandchildren are allowed sweet treats. Well, let me rephrase that. They are allowed treats but in very limited amounts, not that they have allergies or illness that prevents them from enjoying but because they have parents that prevent them/me from enjoying! Really cuts down on the 'grandma' traditions a Christmas, no baking with the babies and no Easter baskets or any other sweet treat holiday...not even birthdays. Aw, well, one must respect the wishes of the parents and not get one in too much trouble. So when I saw this idea on FB I decided to give it a whirl for Easter tea. It looks so pretty and the kiddos love their fruit and how can a tiny bit of chocolate be bad right?
I bought sugar-free ice-cream cones and dipped them in magic shell chocolate. I dipped a few times before I got a good coating on them. After letting that set I filled them with fruit. We used grapes, pineapple and blueberries. The topped with yogurt. Perfect treat for little hands.
Well, aside from my grandson no one ate them, not.at.all. And you know what he did with his??? Put it on top of his little head like a clown hat, chocolate and all! Gotta love that one. See? I'm pretty sure a bunny would have worked out better!
I bought sugar-free ice-cream cones and dipped them in magic shell chocolate. I dipped a few times before I got a good coating on them. After letting that set I filled them with fruit. We used grapes, pineapple and blueberries. The topped with yogurt. Perfect treat for little hands.
Well, aside from my grandson no one ate them, not.at.all. And you know what he did with his??? Put it on top of his little head like a clown hat, chocolate and all! Gotta love that one. See? I'm pretty sure a bunny would have worked out better!
No one ate those? They are so pretty...
ReplyDeleteThere is much wisdom in not shaping a child's palate around all the refined super sweets that are ever so available, but then there is wisdom in celebration and feasting too... But parents must be honored and you galloped with grace on the t high road... may many blessing come to you.
LOL! Wouldn't you know it, Joanne!
ReplyDeleteThose DO look pretty appetizing to me!!
What a shame that the kids didn't eat them. I hope you did! Most of my grands have very limited amounts of sugar/sweets, too. No more bribery at my house- lol xo Diana
ReplyDeleteNO ONE ATE THEM? Are they aliens? Send then to me and I'll show you how to speed eat all of them!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome idea, I want to make that for the next potluck at my work.
ReplyDeleteThis is an awesome treat! It gives you the best of both worlds...fruit and a smidge of chocolate! Thank you for the recipe and idea!!
ReplyDeleteExcellent treat idea...fruit and chocolate! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAs a mom who limits the sweets and junk food, I think you did a great job! Those look so good and I know my kids (and myself!) would have chowed them down!
ReplyDeleteThose are beautiful, and I bet they were delicious, too! I can't believe no one ate them either! I'll definitely try that sometime. :)
ReplyDeleteMy Bunco Babes are going to love this! I may serve with whipped cream!
ReplyDeleteThey look wonderful, I would eat them! I'm saving this idea for when OUR grandchildren come to visit... and am hoping for a better outcome!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful. I'm having a luau and looking for about three edible centerpieces. This will be one of them. Thanks for the idea!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful. I'm having a luau and looking for about three edible centerpieces. This will be one of them. Thanks for the idea!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe no one ate them... Showed the pic to my 5 and 3 year old and they both approve. My 5 uear old is like "mommy make ice cream fruit please" lol I'm making these for them next weekend as a family activity project, let them stuff it with their favorite fruits and vanilla greek yogurt for some protein. Added these to my Pinterest account..
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