Whether you’re a kid or an adult, one just can’t resist a sweet treat. Children have a natural sweet tooth, but too much sugar and empty calories are not ideal. So if you’re making them a snack or dessert, be sure to serve something healthier. Strawberries are an excellent option to incorporate into children’s desserts, as they are delicious and nutritious.

Try these delicious strawberry kid-friendly desserts at home:

Delicious strawberry oatmeal bars

What do you need:

  • 2 cups small diced fresh strawberries

  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, ginger, and kosher salt in a medium bowl. Add the melted butter and mix until the ingredients are well combined. Take 1/2 cup of the mixture to reserve. Press remainder into 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.

Place half of the strawberries on the base, top with cornstarch, lemon juice and 1/2 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Sprinkle with remaining berries and reserved crumble on top. Bake in a preheated oven (375F) until golden brown and fruit is bubbling, about 35-40 minutes. Refrigerate to cool completely. When it’s ready, cut it into bars and enjoy!

Nutella Stuffed Strawberries

What do you need:

  • 15 pieces of fresh strawberries

  • 1/2 cup Nutella

  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds, roughly chopped

Cut the strawberries in half lengthwise. Hollow out each half of the strawberry with 1/4 teaspoon. Pour about 1/2 teaspoon of Nutella into each strawberry half then generously top with chopped almonds. Serve and consume immediately.

Easy Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream

What do you need:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped, plus more for topping

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup sponge cake, chopped, plus more for topping

  • 1 can of sweetened condensed milk

Beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, using a mixer. Add the strawberries, the sponge cake and the condensed milk. Pour mixture into 9×5-inch loaf pan. Top with more strawberries and sponge cake. Cover and freeze in the refrigerator until firm, at least 5-6 hours.

When ready, remove from the fridge and let them soften for a few minutes before serving.

These super delicious strawberry desserts for kids are sure to win everyone’s heart any time of the year!

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