[Snack Activity] Easy and Delicious: Snack Ideas to Make Together with Seniors

Isobeyaki made with tofu

Chewy, delicious isobeyaki. Made with tofu instead of mochi! The Okuzono-style dried-ingredient technique is the key. <Tofu Isobeyaki>

This is a healthy isobeyaki-style recipe made with tofu, making it easy for seniors to enjoy.

Put 300 g of firm tofu into a plastic bag and mash it, then gradually mix in 10 g of tororo kombu.

Next, add a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and mix again.

That completes the dough.

Divide the dough into 8 portions, gently roll them into balls by hand, arrange them in a frying pan heated with sesame oil, place nori on top, and pan-fry.

Finally, season with a sauce made by mixing mirin and soy sauce, and it’s ready to serve!

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Grilled sweet red bean mochi

[Only 3 Ingredients!] How to Make Grilled Anko Mochi | #mochi #snack #sweets #wagashi #easyrecipe #ChefYukari #shorts

Let me introduce grilled sweet red bean mochi you can make with just three ingredients.

First, add water to shiratamako (glutinous rice flour) and mix well until it comes together into a single mass.

Divide the dough into five portions, roll each into a ball, then flatten it with your palm.

Place sweet red bean paste (anko) in the center and wrap it with the dough.

Heat a lightly oiled frying pan, then press the mochi down slightly as you cook to brown the surface.

The key is to cook over low to medium heat to prevent burning.

In Japan, there is a tradition of making mochi for New Year’s and many other events.

In senior care facilities, making it together while sharing stories of the past can be one of the enjoyable activities.

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Amazake Soy Milk Pudding

Let's make it for Hinamatsuri! Amazake soy milk pudding ♡ Sorry it's too easy!! #Hinamatsuri #shorts #dairyAllergyFriendly

Here’s an idea for a fun time: make homemade “Amazake Pudding,” perfect for Hinamatsuri.

Soak gelatin in 100 cc of soy milk, add your preferred amount of sugar, and warm it in a saucepan while dissolving everything together.

Once well mixed, pour into pudding cups and chill in the refrigerator until fully set.

Finish by topping with strawberry sauce and strawberries for a cute, festive Hinamatsuri dessert.

With the gentle sweetness of amazake and a creamy texture, this homemade pudding is a delight for everyone—both its look and taste are sure to satisfy.

From making it to enjoying it, it’s perfect for a Hinamatsuri filled with smiles.

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tofu bun

With just 2 ingredients, anyone can make it in no time! The ultimate easy tofu bun (manju) recipe!

Here’s a recipe for tofu buns that you’ll want to try as soon as you see it! The method is simple enough for kids to give it a go.

First, mix 80 g of silken tofu with 150 g of pancake mix to make a dough, then dust it with cake flour.

Next, divide the dough into 45 g portions, wrap 30 g of sweet red bean paste in each, and shape them into little balls.

Finally, place the plate holding the dumplings in a frying pan with boiling water and steam for about 15 minutes.

They’re ready to enjoy! It’s great because you can make them even if you don’t have a steamer.

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Kinako sticks-style with 3 ingredients

Kinako sticks-style with 3 ingredients

Here’s a simple, three-ingredient kinako-stick style recipe.

Prepare a bowl, water, sugar, kinako (roasted soybean flour), plastic wrap, and chopsticks.

Put the water and sugar in the bowl, stir, and microwave at 600W for 2 minutes to thicken slightly.

Mix in the kinako thoroughly.

Once the dough comes together, transfer it onto plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until firm.

Take out the chilled dough, shape it into easy-to-eat sticks, and it’s done.

Topping with extra kinako or inserting toothpicks for easier eating is also recommended.

The aroma of kinako and the nostalgic flavor might make your activity time even more fun!

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Tofu Mitarashi Dango

How to Make Tofu Mitarashi Dango: Chewy, Soft, and Absolutely Delicious Mitarashi Dango Made Healthily with Tofu – by Cooking Expert Yukari

Here’s a healthy mitarashi dango recipe made with tofu that you’ll love! It’s a great idea that older adults who enjoy traditional Japanese sweets may also appreciate.

Mix shiratamako (glutinous rice flour) with silken tofu until the dough is about as firm as an earlobe, then shape it into small balls.

Boil them in water; once they float and are cooked, transfer them to cold water to cool.

For the mitarashi sauce, put all the ingredients in a saucepan and heat until it thickens—done.

If you’re making these for a group snack activity, it’s safer to shape the dumplings flat without skewers—highly recommended! You can also lightly grill them to add a toasty aroma and deepen the flavor.

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soft mizu-yokan (soft water yokan jelly)

Soft Mizuyokan: How to Make Care Food – Yamagata City [Yunicia]

Let’s try making mizu-yokan together with seniors! Mizu-yokan is a refreshing, gently sweet dessert with a cool, delicate taste.

It may seem difficult, but using store-bought smooth red bean paste (koshian) makes it very easy.

Add powdered agar to water, heat, and dissolve it thoroughly.

Then add the koshian and mix well until there are no lumps, pour it into a container, and let it set—that’s it.

It sets at room temperature, so even those who are sensitive to very cold foods can enjoy it comfortably.

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