Halloween, with its terrifying costumes and delicious candy, is almost here again. This year, baby is joining in the fun too! But what will he or she eat during this spooky holiday?
A sugar-free Halloween for babies
Sugar is hidden everywhere in our food. It's found in everything from pasta and fruit to cookies and candy. While sugar is an important source of energy for our bodies, it's crucial to ensure babies are getting the right kind of sugar!
Natural sugars , classified into two types, are perfect for babies. Simple sugars are found in fruits and vegetables and represent the "fuel" for our bodies. Complex sugars on the other hand, are found in starchy foods ; they provide an energy reserve to get us through the day!
Added sugars , on the other hand, should be avoided in a baby's diet! By preparing good homemade recipes , you will provide your baby with all the energy they need without creating a sugar addiction.
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Finding an alternative to sugar-filled candies
During Halloween, it's best not to give babies candy collected during trick-or-treating on October 31st. We've found a great alternative: candy specially formulated for babies! Sugar-free candies that are quick to make with just a few ingredients!
Sugar-free candies are made with fruit juice, honey or agave syrup, and agar-agar. You can have fun making candies with several different flavors depending on the juice you use! A great activity to do with your baby before enjoying them together on Halloween night !
Celebrate Halloween in style with spooky meals!
Another way to celebrate Halloween as a family is to prepare spooky meals for your baby! This time, play with the presentation of the food on the plate to create shapes like ghosts, pumpkins, spiderwebs, and more. Let your imagination run wild and create original dishes for your baby! Here are a few recipes to help you!
These Halloween pumpkins are little rice balls with a tomato sauce. The little pumpkins come to life with the help of olives and celery. A little presentation that will give baby a fright!
Halloween muffins with the true taste of autumn: pumpkins ! A delicious treat to decorate and get into the spirit of that famous evening of October 31st!
Spiderweb pancakes are perfect for breakfast on this spooky day! And of course, they're meant to be shared with the whole family!
Pizza-shaped pumpkins will pique your baby's curiosity. A fun way to offer pumpkins with a pizza-like center! Everyone will love this Halloween recipe!
Your little one can celebrate the spooky Halloween holiday just like the rest of the family with sugar-free candy and fun, scary recipes! Happy Halloween!
