Our friends over at Creative Nature - one of the UK's leading 'Free From' brands (and Female Founded to boot!) - share some incredible allergen free, sensory rich recipes and snack ideas the whole family can enjoy!
Being a parent is wonderful, and also wonderfully exhausting - especially when it comes to feeding little ones with allergies or food sensitivities. You want snacks that are tasty, nutritious, and above all, safe.
That’s exactly where Creative Nature comes in.
Every single Creative Nature product is made without any ‘may contain’ warnings, so you can pop something in that lunchbox or hand over a snack with total confidence and without any second-guessing. Only good, wholesome food your little one will love.
Here are some of our favourite ways to use Creative Nature products for babies and toddlers.
Berry & Beetroot Snack Bar - our perfect on-the-go treat!
Great for: Babies 10 months+ | Toddlers | Out and about
If you need a snack that travels well and goes down a treat, the Berry & Beetroot Snack Bar is your new best friend. Naturally sweet, soft enough for little mouths, and packed with real fruit and vegetable goodness, it’s a win all around!
Snack Ideas:
- Slice into small, manageable fingers for baby-led weaning.
- Crumble over natural yoghurt for a colourful, fruit-packed pudding.
- Pop one in your bag whole for a mess-free toddler snack on the school run.
- Serve alongside a banana for a fun and delicious lunchbox treat.
💚 Sensory Weaning Tip: The gorgeous pink colour from the beetroot is a brilliant way to get little ones curious about vegetables without the fuss!
Banana Bread Baking Mix - perfect for weaning and oh so delicious!
Great for: Toddlers 12 months+ | Fun baking activity | Freezer-friendly
There is something magical about baking with your toddler, even if the kitchen ends up covered in flour and milk. The Creative Nature Banana Bread Baking Mix is a simple 3-ingredient option, and makes a soft, moist banana bread that little ones absolutely love. All you need to add are a couple of ripe bananas and a splash of your preferred milk, and you’re good to go.
Snack Ideas:
- Slice into thick fingers, which are perfect for tiny hands to grip.
- Spread with a little mashed avocado or smooth nut-free butter for extra nourishment.
- Bake in a mini muffin tin for perfectly portioned toddler bites.
- Freeze individual slices for a quick, ready-to-go snack any day of the week.
- Add mashed banana on top before baking for an extra sweet, caramelised finish.
💚 Sensory Weaning Tip: Let your toddler mash the bananas; it’s great for sensory play and keeps them busy while you prep everything else!
Carrot Cake Mix - a classic with a healthy twist
Great for: Toddlers 12 months+ | Snack time | Birthday treats
Who says toddlers can’t enjoy a slice of carrot cake? With the Creative Nature Carrot Cake Mix, you get all the warming, spiced flavour of a proper carrot cake - made perfectly safe and without any of the worry! It’s one of those recipes that feels like a treat but is actually full of nutritional goodness. Great for snack time, playdates, or even as a birthday cake alternative.
Snack Ideas:
- Bake as mini cupcakes, easier for little hands and perfectly portioned.
- Top with a dollop of coconut yoghurt or dairy-free cream cheese for a special occasion.
- Grate in a little extra carrot for added veg and natural sweetness.
- Cut into small squares and serve at playgroup - they’ll go down a storm!
- Make a batch on Sunday and enjoy throughout the week as an after-nap snack.
💚 Sensory Weaning Tip: Toddlers love helping to grate the carrots (with supervision, of course!). Getting them involved in cooking is a brilliant way to build healthy habits from an early age.
Marvellous Mango Bar - our tropical little favourite!
Great for: Babies 10 months+ | Toddlers | Lunchboxes | Travel snacks
Sweet, fruity, and bursting with tropical flavour, the Marvellous Mango Bar is an absolute hit with little ones. Naturally delicious and incredibly easy to serve, it’s one of those snacks that disappear in seconds.
Snack Ideas:
- Serve as a whole bar for toddlers or slice into pieces for younger babies.
- Crumble into warm porridge for a naturally fruity, tropical breakfast.
- Pair with sliced fruit pieces for a vibrant snack plate full of colour.
- Pack into a lunchbox alongside cucumber sticks for a perfectly balanced mini meal.
- Blend with banana and a splash of oat milk for a naturally sweet toddler smoothie.
💚 Sensory Weaning Tip: The gorgeous tropical sweetness of the Marvellous Mango Bar makes it a brilliant first fruit snack that even the fussiest of toddlers find hard to resist!
At Creative Nature, we believe that every child deserves to snack safely and deliciously, no matter their allergies. With no ‘may contain’ warnings across our entire range, you can always reach for a Creative Nature product with complete peace of mind. Whether you’re baking on a rainy afternoon, rushing out the door with a hungry toddler, or packing the perfect lunchbox - we have got you covered.
Happy snacking! 🧡