Microwave Apples and Cinnamon for Small Children
Delight your little ones with this kid-friendly recipe for Microwave Apples and Cinnamon—a quick, nutritious treat that's perfect for toddlers and young children. In just seven minutes, you’ll transform a sweet apple variety like Fuji or Gala into tender, bite-sized pieces infused with the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon. This easy-to-make dish uses minimal ingredients, including a touch of water to soften the apples and optional honey or maple syrup for added sweetness (ideal for children over one year old). Designed with simplicity and safety in mind, the microwaving process gently steams the apples, making them perfectly soft for tiny teeth to enjoy. Serve these cinnamon-spiced apples as a wholesome snack, a naturally sweet dessert, or lightly mashed for the youngest eaters. Perfect for busy parents seeking healthy recipes for kids, this treat is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Apple (sweet variety like Fuji or Gala)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Optional: Honey or maple syrup (for older children over 1 year)
Instructions
Wash the apple thoroughly under running water and pat it dry.
Peel the apple completely using a vegetable peeler to make it easier for small children to eat.
Cut the apple into small bite-sized cubes, ensuring all seeds and core are removed.
Place the apple cubes into a microwave-safe bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of water to the bowl to help soften the apples while cooking.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon evenly over the apples. If using honey or maple syrup, drizzle it over at this step.
Cover the bowl loosely with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap (leave a small vent for steam to escape).
Microwave on high for 1.5 to 2 minutes, checking halfway through to make sure the apples are soft enough for your child's preference.
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be hot), and stir the apples to distribute the cinnamon evenly.
Allow the apples to cool slightly before serving to ensure they are a safe temperature for small children.
Serve as is, or mash lightly with a fork for younger children who require a softer texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
