Pear Banana Delight - Mash it up!

In between your kid's craft projects, they'll probably be glad to have a snack to keep their energy level up. With this Pear Banana Delight recipe, kids can continue the crafting theme by making this snack and then enjoying the fresh fruit taste on their favorite cookie or cracker. Of course, as with any craft project, kids need adult supervision and help with any cutting or using sharp utensils. And, just like any kids' craft project, feel free to make any substitutions or additions that you or your child would like, based on what you have on your shelves today.

This is a perfect recipe for pears that have been gone a little beyond their crunchy prime stage. Pears at that point, looking something like the ones in the picture above, are easy to peel and their soft texture makes them easy to mash into a spreadable consistency. That's the fun part for kids. After you peel the skin off of 2 or 3 pears and scoop out the seeds, let your kids mash them up. With a fork, with a spoon, with their hands. All are good options.

Then add 1/2 to 1 mashed banana to the mashed pears and stir so it's mixed well. That's it. Very simple and very delicious. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon if you'd like. Or a few raisins. It makes a great topping on cookies, crackers or a dipping sauce for apple slices.