[For Seniors] Easy Snack Activity Perfect for September
A snack-making activity is very popular among seniors.
Many people enjoy being able to eat what they make right on the spot.
Here are some simple snack activity ideas that are perfect for September.
Speaking of September, there’s the Moon-Viewing Festival (Otsukimi) and the autumn equinox (Ohigan).
Classic treats include dango and ohagi.
Snacks made with seasonal ingredients like chestnuts, apples, and pears are also recommended.
Incorporating seasonal elements can stimulate seniors’ brains and may help improve cognitive function.
It’s also said that thinking through the steps of a recipe can help prevent dementia.
Please use this article as a reference and try making delicious snacks together with seniors.
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[For Seniors] Easy Snack Activities Perfect for September (21–30)
Blueberry muffin

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.
Ohagi making

September has lots of enjoyable events like Respect for the Aged Day and moon viewing, doesn’t it? So how about enjoying a recreation activity of making ohagi in connection with the autumn equinox? The steps are: steam the glutinous rice, simmer the azuki beans, then shape the rice balls and coat them with kinako or sweet red bean paste to finish.
It’s easy if you cook the glutinous rice in a rice cooker.
Through the series of tasks, you can enjoy chatting while also stimulating body and mind.
Let’s gather around the ohagi we make together and enjoy them deliciously.
The smiles and conversations from that time will surely become happy memories.
Yogurt and blueberry panna cotta

How about making a delicious treat with blueberries, which are in season from June to September? Today, we’re introducing Yogurt and Blueberry Panna Cotta, a delightful harmony of purple and white in both appearance and flavor.
First, thoroughly drain the yogurt using a strainer and paper towels.
Next, make the blueberry sauce: put blueberries in a saucepan and add granulated sugar and lemon juice to enhance sweetness and brightness.
Combine the drained yogurt with dissolved gelatin, sugar, and heavy cream, then pour into dishes and chill.
Once set, top with the blueberry sauce to finish.
The balance of sweetness and tartness is exquisite.
Rich chestnut pudding

Here’s a healthy soy milk chestnut pudding.
Mix soy milk and gelatin, then heat it in the microwave.
The heat will dissolve the gelatin, so make sure it’s fully melted.
Set aside a few candied chestnuts for garnish, and blend the rest in a mixer or with an immersion blender.
If you don’t have one, a mortar and pestle will work.
Combine the soy milk and chestnuts and blend again until smooth.
Once well mixed, pour into your favorite cups and chill in the refrigerator.
If you’re short on time, let the mixture cool slightly before pouring, then use metal containers to shorten the setting time.
Top with the reserved candied chestnuts to finish.
It’s a gently sweet, healthy dessert—give it a try!
Tarte Tatin

Speaking of tarte Tatin, it’s a dish that whets your appetite with the toasty aroma of apples.
Some people might think it seems difficult to make.
The version introduced here is very easy to prepare on a hot plate.
Apple peels and cores are packed with nutrients, so just trim off the hard parts and use the rest.
Dice the apples into bite-size cubes, put them in a heatproof container, and microwave them.
Make caramel by heating sugar and water in aluminum cups, then add the apples.
Pour in the batter made with flour and butter, and steam-fry for about 2 minutes on each side.
It’s a recipe whose aroma alone could make you happy!
Pumpkin soft cookies

Let’s try making soft pumpkin cookies.
When you think of cookies, most are crisp with a bit of crunch, right? By using pancake mix, even seniors can easily make soft cookies.
The cookies also include mashed pumpkin that’s been microwaved.
You’ll get cookies with a gentle pumpkin aroma and a fluffy, tender texture.
Seniors might find it refreshing to use pancake mix for treats beyond just pancakes.
Pancake-mix recipes were trendy a little while ago.
There are many snacks you can make with pancake mix, so why not give it a try?
French toast

Place a hot plate on the table and try making French toast.
It’s recommended for older adults because they can enjoy cooking while seated.
Prepare slices of bread cut into bite-sized pieces.
Put eggs and milk into a bowl and have the older adult mix them.
Soak the bread in the mixture, then cook it on the hot plate greased with butter or oil.
It may remind older adults of times when they cooked and served meals for their families.
It’s easy to make, so please give it a try.


