[For Seniors] Snack Recipes We Want to Make in the October Recreation Activity
Autumn is known as the season of hearty appetites, and there are so many delicious foods to enjoy.
The classics include Pacific saury, matsutake mushrooms, and sweet potatoes, but we mustn’t forget the fruits that are in season in autumn! In addition to persimmons, chestnuts, grapes, and apples, there are plenty of other fruits you can enjoy this time of year.
In this article, we’re introducing snack recipes recommended for October.
We’ve gathered recipes that use autumn flavors like the fruits mentioned above, so give them a try and savor the season!
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[For Seniors] Snack Recipes to Make for October Activities (41–50)
Sweet potato pudding cake
Here’s how to make a pudding cake using sweet potatoes.
Cakes often seem like a lot of work, but this pudding cake is an easy recipe—you just blend and bake! First, soften the sweet potatoes in the microwave, then put them in a blender with the other ingredients and blend until smooth.
Pour the mixture into a pan lined with parchment paper and bake to finish.
Fresh out of the oven, it has a silky, custard-like texture; when chilled, it becomes moist, offering a different kind of deliciousness.
[For Seniors] Snack Recipes to Make in October Recreational Activities (51–60)
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.
Stick Banana Pie
Stick Banana Pies that let you enjoy the gentle sweetness of bananas and the crisp texture of puff pastry.
They’re safe and easy to make in about 15 minutes, so they’re also recommended for seniors who enjoy making sweets.
Cut thick slices of banana, brush egg yolk onto puff pastry sheets that have been quartered, then line up the banana pieces.
Bake in the oven, and once the surface turns a nice golden brown, they’re ready.
You can finish with a dusting of powdered sugar if you like.
Enjoy them warm for extra toastiness, or let them cool to highlight the banana’s sweetness.
A dessert that adds color to spring snacks while satisfying both heart and appetite.
Chocolate-coated honey apple
If you like chocolate, why not try making these Chocolate-Covered Candied Apples? They take a little time, but the steps are very simple! First, peel the apples and cut them into eight wedges.
Arrange the sliced apples in a frying pan, add granulated sugar and lemon juice, and simmer until the apples’ moisture cooks off.
Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Once the liquid has evaporated, lay the apples on a sheet and dry them in the oven at 100–120°C (212–248°F) for about an hour on each side.
Coat the apples in chopped, melted chocolate, chill until set, and they’re done.
Since the baking time is long, it’s the perfect chance to enjoy a good chat while you wait!
Halloween Pumpkin Pudding
How about serving pumpkin-based sweets—perfect for Halloween—at your event? Homemade pudding might seem a bit intimidating, but if you have a convection or microwave oven, it’s actually easy to make! The trickiest part is the caramel, so it’s fine to skip it if you like.
Pumpkin softens quickly in the microwave; after that, just add the other ingredients, pour into heatproof cups, and bake in a water bath in the oven.
Decorating them with ghost faces or spiderweb patterns for a Halloween touch will surely be a hit!
Halloween cupcake
Let’s make the perfect cupcakes to add a cute touch to your Halloween party! Cupcakes are great even for beginners at homemade treats—just mix the ingredients and bake, so there’s less chance of failure.
Plus, if you bake them in muffin cups from a 100-yen shop, they make perfect party favors! You can keep the cake plain or add cocoa for a more grown-up flavor.
Top them with pumpkin cream for decoration, and you’ll capture the full Halloween vibe!
Halloween cookie(s)
Let’s give store-bought chocolate cookies a Halloween makeover! Since we’ll sandwich a stick between the cookies to make them lollipop-style, cookies with a cream filling work best.
To make them: first twist the cookie open, spread melted white chocolate (heated in a bain-marie) on the stick, then sandwich it back together to secure.
Next, coat the cookie with white chocolate and chill in the refrigerator until set.
For the finishing touch, decorate with a chocolate pen to draw ghost faces and more.
They’re easy to eat one-handed—perfect for parties!