Quick Baked Kale Crisps Recipe Perfect For Baby
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Are Crisps Gluten Free
Yes, crisps can be gluten free. This kale crisp recipe is indeed gluten free, providing a suitable option for babies with gluten sensitivities or following a gluten-free diet.
Leafy Green Vegetable
Kale is a highly nutritious leafy green vegetable that offers numerous benefits for babies. Packed with essential vitamins such as vitamin A, C, and K, kale supports healthy growth and development in infants.
Its rich iron content helps in the formation of red blood cells, while the high calcium levels promote strong bone development.
Also, kale is a great source of dietary fibre, aiding in digestion and preventing constipation in babies. Introducing kale to a baby's diet early on can help establish healthy eating habits and promote overall wellness.
Making Your Own Kale Chips
Making your own kale chips for your baby and toddler is a nutritious and simple alternative to store-bought potato chips. By using fresh kale and a light drizzle of olive oil, you can provide a crunchy snack that is rich in vitamins and minerals.
Avoiding the excess salt and preservatives often found in packaged chips can promote healthier eating habits from a young age.
Involving your child in the preparation process can help foster a positive attitude towards nutritious foods. Consider experimenting with different seasonings to create a variety of flavours that your little ones will enjoy.
Baked Kale Crisps
When was the last time you ate kale?
I know this may not be your usual go to vegetable but next time you’re in the supermarket you must pick some up! They are great for healthy snack options, and great homemade chips, perfect for that picky eater.
The good news is kale is not too expensive either so the cost is similar to your usual veggie costs.
I personally like kale in a salad, but I know if I give a kale salad to my 2 year old son I am pretty sure he would hand it back to me!
This is why these kale crisps are great! Using simple ingredients they are great as a snack, or used as a meal topper! What I mean as a meal topper is using the kale crisps to sprinkle over your meal! Such a great way to get some extra nutrients added into the meal!
Give these crisps a try they are so tasty and a great recipe for all the family!
Ingredient information
Fresh kale - Packed full of vitamins and minerals , kale is so tasty and often missed out as part of a meal as a leafy green vegetable.
Olive oil - You could use some avocado oil instead of olive oil if you prefer.
Garlic powder - You could leave this out if garlic is not your favourite food flavouring!
Mixed herbs - So tasty with kale and often what you will have in the store cupboard!
Serving suggestion
These crispy kale chips great served on their own as a snack, they could also be sprinkled over any dinner choice as an added texture or crunch! They can be eaten at room temperature too which is great.
This is really fun, especially if you wanted to get a few more leafy greens into your family’s diet! Total game changer!
You could customise the flavour of the kale by trying different seasonings such as onion powder, black pepper or nutritional yeast over the kale for best results before baking in the oven.
Other recipes you may like: Potato chips, Sweet potato wedges or Potato wedges.
Storage instructions
The baked kale crisps are best stored in an airtight container and served on their own.
If you did want to serve them with something why not try serving them alongside a sandwich lunch.
If you get some crispy one’s why not sprinkle onto some soup at lunch time.
They could also be great served as a little treat with a main meal after 12 months, some main meal suggestions could be spaghetti bolognaise, cottage pie, chicken curry or a beef stew.
Equipment used to help with this recipe
Large baking sheet - I have chosen to use a non-stick and BPA free baking sheet - they are easy to clean and, if you buy more than one, easily stackable and easily stored.
Large bowl - Definitely choose a stainless steel one - they are lighter than the stone or glass ones and very easy to clean.
Recipe | Quick Baked Kale Crisps Recipe Perfect For Baby
Quick Baked Kale Crisps Recipe Perfect For Baby
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start by pre-heating your oven to 180C or 350F, and line a baking tray or cookie sheet with baking parchment.
- Make sure you wash your kale, after washing, tear the kale into small pieces, you just want the leaves and not the stalk part.
- Add the kale to a large mixing bowl and add in a little oil, you only need a minimal amount of oil, garlic powder and mixed herbs.
- Give it a mix and place kale onto a baking sheet. Space it out a bit in a single layer.
- Pop into the oven. The cooking time is 15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Leave to cool before you and your little ones eat.
Notes
You could try this recipe using cabbage thinly sliced, this would work out well, it will not turn out as crispy as the kale but it will be a good snack for all the family!
You could try using shredded greens too for this recipe which would also work out so well.
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