[For Seniors] Enjoy July! Easy and Fun Snack Activities

Fruits dessert mix (Furūche)

[House Foods] I tried making Fruiche (Strawberry) exactly as the recipe says! An easy dessert—just mix with milk. It even has strawberry pieces and was delicious!!

This is the classic, long-loved Fruche dessert.

It was apparently released in 1976, so it’s been cherished for over half a century.

The secret to how Fruche sets is the pectin inside it.

The calcium in milk makes the pectin gel into that jiggly texture.

Interestingly, it won’t set well if there’s too much or too little calcium.

Besides chilling it to eat, you can also freeze it in summer—it turns into a sherbet-like treat.

Definitely give it a try!

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Fruit Lollipop

[Make with Kids] Fun Fruit Lollipop #EasyRecipe #EasySweets #recipe #HomemadeSweets

When you eat fruit, why not make fruit lollipops that are stylish, cute, and keep your hands clean? Just stack your favorite fruits using cutters to punch out shapes, then skewer them with a bamboo stick—done.

If you think about the order of the layers, they’ll look like candy or popsicles, giving them a pop and super-cute appearance.

Serving them stuck into finely crushed ice lets you enjoy the fruit cold, too.

Depending on the type of fruit, you might even be able to freeze them.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Mikan Calpis Jelly

How to Make Mikan Calpis Jelly / Perfect for Summer / A Simple, Chilled Dessert You Just Mix Together

With mandarin Calpis jelly, you can enjoy a refreshing taste.

The process has three main steps.

First, make the Calpis jelly using Calpis and gelatin.

Next, make the mandarin jelly using canned mandarins and gelatin.

Then layer both in the same glass, and it’s done.

This time I introduced a recipe using mandarins, but it should turn out delicious with other fruits as well.

If you take the flavor of Calpis as a guide, you can choose fruits that pair well with it.

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yamamoto

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corn dog

Easy, No-Fry Corn Dogs in a Tamagoyaki Pan | How to Make a Corn Dog without Deep Frying

When you think of American corndogs, many people may feel they’re a bit daunting because you have to deep-fry them.

But here’s a corndog you can easily make without frying in oil! Since you use a tamagoyaki pan (Japanese rolled omelet pan), it might be easier for seniors to try as well.

The batter uses pancake mix, so it’s simple.

Pour the batter into the tamagoyaki pan, heat until bubbles form on the surface, place a sausage on top, roll it up, and cook until browned—that’s it! You can also enjoy variations by adding things like mayonnaise or cheese.

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miyabi

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Red bean and cheese hotteok

Anko and Cheese Hotteok: A must-try Korean sweet! Easy copycat recipe using pancake mix♪

Hotteok is a hugely popular Korean street food.

How about making sweet-and-salty Anko Cheese Hotteok for a snack activity? It’s a trendy Korean treat, so it might feel fresh and new for older adults.

Trying such an unusual snack is sure to be wonderfully stimulating! The dough is easy—just use pancake mix.

Stuff the dough with store-bought smooth red bean paste and melty cheese, then brown both sides in a frying pan like a pancake, and you’re done! It’s also a great treat for tea time when you want a little something to eat.

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miyabi

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Snack activity: Tanabata jelly

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On July 2, we made Tanabata jelly during our cooking activity. The blue and white contrast is incredibly cute, and the cool, refreshing jelly lifts my spirits even while I'm plating it.Elderly care facilityTranslation#WelfareCaregiver#IWantToBeOnTheRecommendationsRecreationElderlyTanabata#Caregiver'sDailyLife#HealingTsukuba Cityjelly#HandmadeSnackssnack

♬ Lucky Pool – Judy & Mary

In July, there’s an event called Tanabata.

Tanabata features legends about the Milky Way, Hikoboshi, and Orihime—stars and constellations that shine in the night sky.

Let’s try making a jelly inspired by Tanabata.

For the night sky, we’ll make a jelly using Blue Hawaii shaved ice syrup.

For the stars, it might be nice to add pieces of cut fruit.

Put the set jelly and fruit into cups, and it’s done.

Since it can be made while sitting at a table, many older adults should be able to participate.

Working together may also spark conversations with the people around you.

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Nakajima Junko

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Blueberry muffin

[Chilled Sweets] How to Make No-Mix Blueberry Muffins

Let us introduce a refreshing blueberry muffin that tastes even better when chilled.

Blueberries, which are in season from June to September, are rich in anthocyanins and have strong antioxidant properties.

Because they may help prevent illness and slow aging, they’re an ideal ingredient during seasonal transitions.

To make them, first mix the eggs, honey, baking powder, rice oil, and yogurt thoroughly.

Add plenty of blueberries to your liking, transfer the batter into cups using a piping bag, then bake in the oven to finish.

Since all steps other than baking simply involve mixing the ingredients well, this recipe is also perfect for a snack activity in senior care facilities.

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kojifumi

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