​​Hi Reader,

​

This is the perfect time of year to be sneaking in some extra fiber because of all the holiday parties and running around you’re doing, so I’m glad so many of you asked me for more ideas!

​

It can be as easy as making a few snack swaps, so here are some items to grab at the grocery store that will also give them some extra fiber.

Breakfast is a great time to get it in too – even if they’re just having cereal (which my kids often do). You can easily get 5+ grams of fiber without buying something like Fiber One. Ones we love:

• Barbara’s Multigrain Spoonfuls
• Frosted Mini Wheats (a little higher in sugar but sometimes we just make that tradeoff)
• Original Cheerios
• Quaker Oatmeal Squares
• Kodiak Cookie Butter Granola
  ​

​

New This Week From Mama Knows

IN THE RECIPE BOOK

Banana Oatmeal Bars Recipe

A high-fiber snack! My kids told me to add even more sprinkles next time (of course) but they happily ate these multiple days in a row! Teddy loved them after water polo practice since he always comes home starving.

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups quick-cooking oats, divided
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ⅛ tsp salt
• 1 cup whole milk (I used Fairlife lactose free)
• 2 large very ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• ¼ cup avocado oil (or melted butter)
• 1 large egg
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
• Sprinkles for topping (or to mix-in if your kids like a confetti-cake style!)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Blend or process 1 cup of the oats into oat flour (you can use a blender or food processor).
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, remaining oats, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
4. In another bowl, mash bananas and stir in milk, applesauce, avocado oil, egg, vanilla, and brown sugar until smooth.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
6. Pour into the pan and spread evenly.
7. Add sprinkles on top.
8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is set and lightly golden.
9. Cool completely, then cut into bars.

Storage tip:

Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze individually for quick grab-and-go snacks. They are best warm, so I suggest microwaving for 20-30 seconds after removing them from the fridge. It will likely take about 60 seconds from frozen.

​

​

Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List​
​
In case you missed it, check out this year’s gift guide with the most-loved and highest rated gifts that I think you’ll love!

​

​

Have a great week,

P.S. My Meal & Snack Survival Guide (perfect for the hectic holiday season!) and Simple Steps to Picky Wins picky eater course are only available for purchase for 6 more weeks before they’re gone for good!

This is the lowest the price will get, so snag them with the code LASTCHANCE now!

(Note: anyone who purchases will retain access indefinitely.)

​

Disclaimer: this message contains affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.​
​