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Menu ideas to enjoy for a June snack activity (for seniors)

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June brings higher temperatures and sticky humidity.

Staying hydrated is important, but as we age, our body’s temperature regulation declines, and some people find it harder to feel thirsty.

How about using a snack activity to help make up for often-lacking hydration and nutrition? Here are recommended snack activities for seniors in June.

These options not only provide fluids but also help supplement nutrients that are often missing from regular meals.

We’ve gathered snacks that are easy for seniors to eat, as well as treats tied to June-themed observances like Wagashi Day and Parfait Day.

Enjoy the process of making them while sparking conversation—it’s also a great way to support communication between staff and other participants.

Give them a try!

[For Seniors] Snacks to Enjoy in June Activities (21–30)

sweet potato yokan (Japanese sweet potato jelly)

Easy, no-fail chunky sweet potato yokan

sweet potato yokan (Japanese sweet potato jelly)

Here’s a simple, easy, and very tasty recipe for sweet potato yokan.

To improve the color and appearance, use the sweet potatoes with the skins on.

Dice them finely and soak in water to remove bitterness, then boil.

Combine the boiled sweet potatoes with water, agar powder, and azuki beans, heat through, then pour into a mold and let it set.

If you don’t have a yokan-sized mold, an empty box will work fine—just line the inside with plastic wrap and pour the mixture in.

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Tofu microwave cheesecake-style

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Tofu microwave cheesecake-style

Let’s make a tofu cheesecake using only a microwave—no oven needed! Mix the ingredients—silken tofu, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and flour—thoroughly in that order.

Pour the batter into a microwave-safe dish, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave.

Let it cool to room temperature, then chill until set, and it’s ready.

Since there’s no open flame or oven and no fiddly steps, it’s perfect for making together as a fun snack-time activity.

Cut it into bite-size pieces, plate them, and dust with powdered sugar for a lovely finish.

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Fruits dessert mix (Furūche)

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Fruits dessert mix (Furūche)

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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Soy milk and carrot mousse

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Soy milk and carrot mousse

Here’s how to make a gentle-tasting, smooth-to-swallow soy milk carrot mousse.

The ingredients are soy milk, heavy cream, carrot purée, sugar, agar, and water.

Put the sugar and agar in a pot and mix, then add the other ingredients and stir well before heating.

Stir over low heat and warm until just before boiling, then divide into containers and chill to set.

Arrange the containers in a tray filled with ice water to cool.

Once set, top with whipped cream and mint leaves if you like, and your carrot mousse is ready.

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Fruit spring rolls

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Fruit spring rolls

How about trying a simple dish using fruit? In this video, we introduce Fruit Spring Rolls made with fruit, sweet red bean paste (anko), and Vietnamese rice paper.

Since many people have allergies these days, no eggs, dairy, or wheat are used here.

It’s really easy, so everyone—from small children to older adults—can enjoy making them together.

Using a variety of colorful fruits makes them look festive!

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Steamed bread making

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Steamed bread making

Did you know that June 4th is “Steamed Bread Day” in Japan because of a wordplay on the date? Since there’s even a commemorative day, how about enjoying some steamed bread making as a June activity? The ingredients are flour, sugar, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and baking powder.

Just keep mixing the ingredients and steam them, and you’ll have simple, nostalgic steamed bread.

It’s also nice to make variations by mixing in chocolate or sweet potato.

There are easy recipes you can make in a microwave instead of using a steamer, too.

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Crepe

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Crepe

Let’s make some delicious crepes that bring a taste of spring.

Mix flour and eggs to prepare the crepe batter.

A frying pan works fine for cooking, but how about trying a hot plate? With a hot plate, you can set it on the table and make the batter right there.

Of course, you can also prepare the batter at the table, so you can sit while making it.

If you make crepes while seated, even older adults who find it difficult to stand can participate.

Once the batter is cooked, add strawberries and whipped cream, roll it up, and add extra toppings.

Tasty crepes are sure to satisfy older adults as well.

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