Banana Nut Bites

Recipe by Susie Burrell

Ingredients
2 mashed bananas
1 cup Mayver's Peanut Butter
1 cup oats
Shredded coconut

Method
Blitz bananas, peanut butter and oats together in food processor
Roll into balls then roll in coconut to cover
Put in fridge for two hours to set.

Notes:
For a chocolatey twist, add some cacao powder or substitute regular peanut butter for Mayver's Organic Peanut & Cacao Spread.

Smart Hacks For Smart Eating Week

To celebrate Smart Eating Week during February 11-17, Mayver's has compiled its most popular, kidapproved healthy recipes.

Leading dietitian Susie Burrell says getting children to eat healthy (and enjoy it!) can be a challenge, however there are ways to make it easier.

"It's important to include kids in the kitchen to encourage healthy eating choices from a young age," she says.

"When kids are actively involved in something and given responsibility, they're far more likely to stay interested and excited.

"Parents attitudes towards food and cooking can also play a big role. Encouraging them and showing them how fun cooking can be helps build their enjoyment and curiosity."

Susie's Mum Hacks For Picky Eaters

• Involve them in cooking and baking healthy treats. Ask them what they'd like to cook or who they'd like to cook for.
• Have a fun activity looking at all the different types of fruit and veggies and hold your own taste test.
• Pack delicious and healthy on-the-go snacks to minimise the temptation and requests for fast food. Mayver's Goodness to Go Peanut Butter pots are handy, filling and perfect for eating in the car and while out and about.

Mayver's is an Australian family owned natural spread company. All Mayver's natural spreads are vegan and contain absolutely no added oil, sugar, gluten, dairy, cholesterol or hardened fats and are nothing but goodness for your family.

Mayver's products are available at Woolworths, Coles and independent retailers Australia-wide. For more information or recipe inspiration visit mayvers.com.au