Make your own crunchy, tangy pickles at home! With just a few minutes and simply ingredients, you make your own yummy homemade snack.
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Summerberry Jamsicle
Cool down with a homemade frozen treat! These DIY popsicles are simply made, nutritious, and oh-so delicious. With just four ingredients, you can whip up a batch of fruity popsicles in just a few minutes. This recipe features handcrafted jams by Berries and Flour: Bakery and Harvest Goods, made from local produce with a low sugar content. You can choose from an assortment of flavors, including: apricot lavender, black raspberry, elderberry, persimmon and more!
Chocolate Maple Energy Bites
This month’s Kids Kits is Chocolate Maple Energy Bites. It’s a new twist on our previous PB Energy Bites recipe by Compassionate Crumbs! Using local rolled oats from Janie’s Mill, this recipe is allergen-free. Try it as a summer snack or quick breakfast on the go!
Thyme to Grow Plant Pots
Did you know you can grow your own food right at home? Exercise your green thumb with our plant start Kids Kit! Potted herbs are a great way to add flavor to a meal. Thank you to Sola Gratia Farm for providing the plant starts!
Herb & Feta Popcorn
Popcorn just got a fresh farmers-market upgrade! This Herb + Feta Popcorn is a super fun snack kids can make at home while trying new flavors. Start with a big bowl of warm, freshly popped popcorn, then add feta, basil, and seasoning for a POP of flavor.








