During a school year that’s sure to be a new experience for students and parents alike, many of the everyday necessities, like eating breakfast and lunch, remain. However, this year, many little learners will be enjoying their lunches from the comfort and safety of home rather than at school, meaning moms and dads are back in charge of keeping the kitchen running throughout the day.
According to a survey conducted by OnePoll in conjunction with Sabra, 74 percent of caregivers expect this school year to be more chaotic than ever and 64 percent of moms and dads complain they are dreading becoming the “lunch lady” at home.
You can improve those school day blues with quick, kid-friendly recipes that refuel children for their educational explorations. By providing a steady stream of balanced meals and snacks made with wholesome ingredients, you can feel good about boosting your at-home students’ learning capabilities even during these tricky times.
In the morning, try starting with this chocolate banana cinnamon toast recipe from Tabitha Brown, the actress and vegan foodie known as “America’s Mom.” Sliced banana powers this breakfast with the rich, decadent taste of Sabra Dark Chocolate Dessert Dip & Spread to thrill chocolate lovers for a combination of flavors kids love.
For a lunchtime solution with easy prep and quick cleanup, a hummus flatbread pizza takes just 10-15 minutes to make. Made with easy-to-find ingredients you can keep on-hand like pizza sauce and hummus, simply top with sweet favorites like pineapple for a fun boost for long days of learning.
To find more at-home recipe inspiration, visit sabra.com.
HUMMUS FLATBREAD PIZZA
Prep time: 10-15 minutes
Yield: 1 flatbread
4 teaspoons pizza sauce
1 rectangular flatbread
3 tablespoons Sabra Classic Hummus
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1/3 cup pineapple tidbits or fresh pineapple pieces
Strawberries
Chopped romaine lettuce
English cucumber slices
(Source: Recipe courtesy of Tabitha Brown)
CHOCOLATE BANANA CINNAMON TOAST
Prep time: 10-15 minutes
Yield: 2 pieces toast
2 slices cinnamon raisin bread
3 tablespoons Sabra Dark Chocolate Dessert Dip & Spread
6 banana slices, plus additional for serving (optional)
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Fresh strawberries (optional)
Powdered sugar
(Source: Recipe courtesy of Tabitha Brown)
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