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Mom Tip #3: Getting kids to eat/finish Bananas

Problem:  After a bite or two, a child has decided that (s)he no longer wants to eat a banana.  image

Solution:  Chocolate Syrup.

Most of the time that my kids ask for a banana, they eat it with no problems, but on occasion they’ll decide they don’t want to finish a banana.  I found that if I cut it up into slices and pour a little chocolate syrup on top they’ll eat the rest of the banana and ask for more.  While this isn’t the healthiest snack, it could be considered a slightly healthier bribe alternative or dessert.  You do run the risk of having the child think (s)he needs chocolate syrup on every banana, but somehow I’ve avoided that.  I think I told them that it’s a special treat.

I’ve also added left over whipped cream instead of chocolate for a banana treat.