Snacks come in all different shapes, sizes, and flavors. If you have kids, you undoubtedly want to give them nutritious snacks that can fuel their little bodies, satisfy their tummies, and keep them smiling until the next meal. It might be hard to believe that a cookie can fit the bill, but it can! You probably have some questions, and you can find the answers here.
Are Cookies a Good Snack?
Cookies can be a great snack! You definitely don’t have to give your kids any cookie you don’t think is good. But there are options with clean, nutritious ingredients, like coconut flakes, almond flour, and coconut oil. Healthy fats are super filling, and they’re essential for growth and development. A coconut cookie that’s lower in sugar makes an ideal snack for those little energy-burning bodies.
Should I Worry About Sugar Content?
Many parents consider cookies with sugar a treat or a dessert and say they’re “bad” or put them on a pedestal. Instead of worrying about if sugar makes food bad, think about what else is in the cookie. Is it a cookie with ingredients like coconut, agave, nuts, and non-hydrogenated oils? Those don’t sound like harmful ingredients. You can monitor sugar content, but depending on your child’s age, giving them a cookie with ingredients you can pronounce should be okay.
What If My Child Is Gluten-Free?
Look for gluten-free cookies! Allergies are a big deal, and it can be pretty scary when your kid has an allergy. Check for gluten-free labels and other important certifications, like organic, vegan, and non-GMO. While clean cookies with limited ingredients can contain nutritious nuts, don’t offer them if your little one has a nut or peanut allergy. Snack time should be stress-free and enjoyable for everyone!
What If They Want More?
A snack is a snack. If cookies are the snack, chocolate chip coconut cookies belong at snack time. If it’s the middle of the day and there are still hours until another meal, maybe you let them have a second cookie. Kids may request snacks at mealtime, but let them know it’s not on the menu. Don’t offer a cookie for dessert when the meal ends if they’ve already had their share of treats (you can have one or two after the kids go to bed).
Where Can I Find More Nutritious Cookies?
You can find organic cookies with clean ingredients online, which will ship directly to you. Some brands also have store locators online, so you can pick up your favorite treats IRL. Check out the company’s values to see if they align with your own, and always make sure your child isn’t allergic to any of the ingredients in their products. Many healthy cookies contain nuts or may be made on equipment that processes nuts, and that’s totally okay if your kiddo doesn’t have allergies. Nuts like almonds and peanuts are super nutritious.
Only some cookies will fit your idea of a good snack. Still, if your child asks for a cookie, and it’s not too close to dinner time, don’t say no right away. Ask yourself if it will satisfy more than one craving—for their tummy and taste buds. You can set boundaries, serve nutritious foods, and still let your kids enjoy delicious, sweet snacks.
About Emmy’s Organics
Emmy’s Organics puts a deliciously wholesome twist on classic cookies and bakery treats, bringing you exceptionally good snacks to satisfy your sweet tooth and fuel your body. Their unique, limited-ingredient coconut cookies are gluten-free, vegan, and USDA organic—every flavor has nine or less ingredients! You can find Emmy’s Organics online and in stores nationwide, but it all started with one girl, one gluten-free boy, and one home kitchen. After creating their coconut cookies, Samantha and Ian decided to share the gluten-free treats with the world... or at least the local farmers’ market. You can pretty much guess what happened—they were a hit! Now, as a certified B Corp offering livable wages, hiring refugees, and supporting charities, Emmy’s Organics is on a mission to use their business as a force for good in your home and worldwide.
Find delicious, wholesome snacks for you and your family at https://emmysorganics.com/
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