Amy Palanjian

Iowa, Pella

Writer, editor, crafter, recipe developer. Creator of http://t.co/3iZDk8kStu. Author of So Pretty! Crochet and So Pretty! Felt.

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Favorite Chocolate Popsicles

1 week ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

With a creamy texture, classic pudding pop flavor, and just enough sweetness, these Chocolate Popsicles are a great dessert or snack for kids and adults!As soon as I made my Vegan Chocolate Mousse, I had a feeling it would make the most delicious popsicles. And I was so right! This recipe is easy to make to eat as a mousse, but it also freezes into the best Chocolate Popsicles. To make this recipe, you just need a bowl and a whisk and a few ingredients.
Easy Cheesecake Ice Cream

2 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

With an easy no-churn method, bright flavor, and the creamiest texture, this Cheesecake Ice Cream is one of the best homemade desserts. Plus, it’s low in added sugar and higher in protein!I am a huge fan of easy frozen dessert recipes, including Greek Frozen Yogurt, Strawberry Popsicles, and Mango Popsicles, and this new recipe for Cheesecake Ice Cream ranks right up there. This easy ice cream is luscious, has the flavor of cheesecake, and is just sweet enough to be decadent and delicious.
Week of Real Life Kids Meals

2 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

Welcome to YTF Community, a place to safely share in the challenges and joys of feeding our families. And make all of it easier!It’s been a few months since I shared a look at some of our real meals, so I am so excited to share this one today. Since a lot of us are in the thick of busy weeks with end of school or the start of summer schedules, I thought it may help to see more of what a real family actually eats. These are meals that I ate with my three kids and I snapped photos with my phone.
10 Tips for 3-Day Potty Training Success

2 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

Since all toddlers go through the process of potty training at some point, I wanted to share 10 tips for 3-Day Potty Training from our experience of the process with our kids. I have a realistic take on this popular method that I am happy to share. Let me start by saying that potty training in 3 days—at least getting to a mostly good routine by the end of the third (or fourth day)—is definitely an intense process AND it’s by no means the end of the story.
Favorite Cottage Cheese Muffins

2 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

With ample protein, flavor, and ultimate tenderness, these Cottage Cheese Muffins are a perfect breakfast or snack to share with the kids. Bonus: You can add any fruit you like, and they store SO well!For years, we’ve relied on my Yogurt Muffins as the most epic base muffin recipe that can take any add-in or flavor we’re in the mood for. And I just discovered that a similar method works incredibly well using cottage cheese in place of the yogurt.
No-Bake Cheesecake Bites

3 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

With minimal ingredients, low added sugar, and the easiest method, these No-Bake Cheesecake Bites are an easy and fun dessert to share. They are perfect for those days when you want a treat, but don’t want a lot of work!I’ve been on a roll with cheesecake flavored desserts this year—from my No-Bake Greek Yogurt Cheesecake to Cheesecake Dip and Strawberry Cheesecake Dip. And these bites are SO fun because they are a 2 bite situation that is easy to make and fun to eat.
Meals for When "Easy" Isn't Easy Enough

3 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

Welcome to YTF Community, a place to safely share in the challenges and joys of feeding our families. And make all of it easier!As someone who has spent years making “easy” recipes to post on the internet and feeding three kids and myself in real life, I know firsthand how misleading that term can be. The context in which we’re cooking always matters and it’s hardly acknowledged in recipes.
Easy Lemon Glaze (2 Ingredients)

3 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

With just 2 basic ingredients and the easiest method, this Lemon Glaze is a perfect option for topping cakes, cupcakes, and quick breads. It’s easy to make in about 5 minutes and adds bright, delicious flavor. My kids love lemon-flavored baked goods (including my Lemon Yogurt Muffins), and I love to enhance the citrus flavor with this easy Lemon Glaze.
Easy Salad Wrap

3 weeks ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

This easy Salad Wrap is one of my go-to make-ahead lunches for myself. It’s easy to prep, is loaded with nutrition, and has the yummiest mix of flavors and textures. I’ve been on a mission lately to make more lunches and easy meals for myself to ensure that I’m feeding myself well through my days as a busy mom—and I hope that by sharing these recipes, it helps you feed yourself, too. This Salad Wrap is versatile, filling, nutritious, and the best combo of flavors and textures.
35 Best Tips for Camping with Kids

1 month ago | yummytoddlerfood.com | Amy Palanjian

Camping with kids can be so much fun and so filled with challenges. These tips will totally help you enjoy the great outdoors with more fun and less fuss—whether you’re car camping, tent camping, or heading into the backcountry like a brave soul!Back when I was a mom to only one child, we camped as a family a lot. And while it wasn’t always super restful, it was SO fun.