Kid-Friendly Snacks

It's the best because this is the banana bread recipe that is Martha's go to. She included the recipe in her first book Entertaining and has been making it ever since. The batter for her easy-to-make favorite is enriched with sour cream, which gives it a subtle tang and super moist texture. Be sure to use really ripe but not bruised bananas and add chopped walnuts or pecans—Martha always goes with pecans. She says your family will "go bananas" for this old-fashioned quick bread.

Try sipping your avocado -- this tropical-tasting avocado smoothie makes a satisfying breakfast or snack.

A thin, simple-to-prepare cake is the foundation for these nostalgic treats. To soften the ice cream, leave it at room temperature for a few minutes.

Chia seeds are available at health-food stores and online. They're rich in omega-3s, fiber, and antioxidants.

Use just about any fruit -- we like watermelon, grapefruit, kiwi, or pomegranate -- to make these simple, refreshing treats.

Pulling off a homemade marshmallow recipe is easier than you think. This recipe gives you perfectly gooey marshmallows. Sandwich it into a s'more, or just dip your marshmallow in hot chocolate. Friends will definitely want to know where you found the recipe!

Celebrate harvest season with "ears" of candied popcorn, reminiscent of Indian corn. Unbleached parchment paper from your pantry is all you need for the pretty presentation.

This dessert treat combines the healthy benefits of bananas and chocolate.

Studded with cranberries, this quick bread is adaptable: Try it at breakfast or as an afternoon snack.

These colorful fruit jellies are simple to make and fun to eat.

Freezing and thawing over-ripe bananas before mashing creates a syrupy-thick juice, more like liquid gold, that bursts with sweet banana flavor and makes this loaf next-level delicious.

You'll need pop molds and time for freezing. But the payoff will be delicious.