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[For Seniors] Easy and Delicious! Snack Activity Roundup

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Eating—meals and snacks alike—is one of life’s pleasures for older adults as well.

Snack-making activities are very popular and are offered at many senior care facilities.

However, for staff, choosing ingredients and coming up with recipes suited to older adults—such as how to prepare them—can be challenging.

In this article, we introduce easy-to-make snack ideas for seniors.

We’ve gathered many recipes that can be made together around a table or prepared easily using a microwave.

You can make delicious snacks without using hard-to-chew or hard-to-swallow ingredients.

Please give them a try with everyone together!

[For Seniors] Easy and Delicious! Snack Activity Roundup (11–20)

Grilled sweet red bean mochi

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Grilled sweet red bean mochi

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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bread pudding

5 minutes in the microwave! Quick, easy, and delicious Bread Pudding

bread pudding

Here’s a simple microwave bread pudding.

First, make the custard mixture.

Combine eggs, sugar, and milk, and mix well to break up the egg strands.

Prepare your favorite bread and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

Line a tray with the bread, then pour the custard over it.

Cover with plastic wrap and heat it in the microwave—ready in no time.

It’s a snack that checks all the boxes: no stovetop needed, easy steps, and easy to eat, making it perfect for recreational activities at senior care facilities as well.

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Steamed sweet potato bread

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Steamed sweet potato bread

How about sweet potato steamed muffins for a snack activity at a senior care facility? Cut washed sweet potatoes with the skin on into 1 cm cubes, then soak them in water to remove bitterness.

In a bowl, combine pancake mix, eggs, sugar, and milk, and mix well.

Using pancake mix makes it easy to prepare snacks, so it’s perfect for these activities.

Line molds with paper cups, add the microwaved sweet potato pieces and the batter.

Steam-bake in a frying pan for about 15 minutes, and they’re ready.

Sweet potatoes contain calcium to help strengthen bones, dietary fiber to support gut health, and potassium to reduce swelling, making them a great ingredient for older adults!

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Blueberry yogurt ice cream

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Blueberry yogurt ice cream

Here’s a blueberry yogurt ice cream you can make just by kneading a bag.

First, put blueberry jam into a food storage bag.

Think about the final texture you want: if you like chunks, leave some pieces intact; if you prefer it smooth, mash the blueberries well.

Add heavy cream and yogurt, then knead the bag thoroughly until the color is uniform.

Squeeze out as much air as possible, seal the bag, and freeze it.

There’s no cooking involved, and most of the process is simply mixing by kneading the bag, so anyone can make it easily.

It’s also recommended as a recreational activity in senior care facilities.

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Bear muffin

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Bear muffin

Let me show you how to make cute bear muffins in the microwave.

Put Oreos in a food storage bag and crush them finely with a rolling pin.

If you keep going until they become powder, the finish will look nicer.

Add milk and mix well to complete the batter.

If you cut off a corner of the bag, it becomes a spout you can pour from.

Pour the batter into cups until they’re about 80% full, tap to release air, and decorate the ears with chocolate chip cookies.

Cover with plastic wrap and heat in the microwave.

Once they’ve cooled slightly, draw the faces with a chocolate pen, and they’re done.

Make your own unique bears and try swapping them with friends for extra fun!

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Fluffy Steamed Egg Bread

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Fluffy Steamed Egg Bread

Let me introduce fluffy, delicious steamed egg cupcakes.

In a bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and milk.

Next, add pancake mix and stir well to avoid lumps.

Then pour the batter evenly into silicone cups.

Since the batter will rise, fill them to about 70%.

Line a frying pan with three layers of thick cooking paper, arrange the cups, and pour water into the pan.

Once it boils, cover with a lid and steam.

They’ll be ready in about 20 minutes.

They’re so soft that anyone can enjoy them.

Give them a try!

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[For Seniors] Easy and Delicious! Snack Activity Roundup (21–30)

Cream soda to be eaten slowly

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Cream soda to be eaten slowly

Melon cream soda with a scoop of vanilla ice cream floating on melon soda—it’s a beloved menu item for kids and adults alike.

Still, some people may feel they have to rush because the ice cream melts too quickly.

This version is perfect for those people: it uses ice cream that’s slow to melt.

Mix ice cream base with milk and freeze it.

Combine melon shaved-ice syrup with carbonated water and a thickening powder, then stir gently until it thickens; pour it into a glass to finish.

Even with the thickener, you can still enjoy the fizzy sensation, making it a safe option for older adults with reduced swallowing function.

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