3 Gluten-Free After School Snack Recipes

Sept. 23, 2011 -- intro: Afterschool snacks are often lacking the nutrition that kids need. Amy Green, the author of "Simply Sugar and Gluten Free," is here to help. She offers three of her favorite gluten-free after-school snack recipes that are easy to make and loved by kids. Give them a try today!

quicklist: 1category:title: Slow Cooker Apple Sauceurl: text: If you've never made homemade applesauce, this is your excuse to try it. Making applesauce in your slow cooker couldn't be easier and it's worlds different in taste than anything you can find at the store.

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quicklist: 2category: title: Banana Carob Snack Cakeurl: text: This cake low in fat but is still soft and moist from the ripe, mashed bananas. Instead of tossing over-ripe bananas, wrap them in plastic wrap and freeze them for recipes like this. You can also cut this cake into individual servings and freeze. Pack it in lunches while still frozen as it will thaw out by lunchtime.

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quicklist: 3category: title: Roasted Pumpkin Seedsurl: text: I use the roasted seeds on salads, in trail mixes or just as a snack by themselves. The spice mix can be varied depending on your taste preferences.

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