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How To Make Perfect Smoothies at Home
How To Make Perfect Smoothies at Home
  Cassandra Curtis has made more smoothies than she can count. As Once Upon a Farm's Co-founder and resident smoothie expert, she knows exactly what separates a great blend from... Read more...
Strawberry Shortcake Recipe With Power Wheels
Strawberry Shortcake Recipe With Power Wheels
  Familiar, indulgent flavors, with a feel-good twist. Once Upon a Farm's Strawberry Shortcake Power Wheels soft-baked bars make up the base for this strawberry shortcake treat. Developed by Ashley Walterhouse... Read more...
Blueberry Crumble "Cookie" Sandwiches Recipe
Blueberry Crumble "Cookie" Sandwiches Recipe
  Soft, snackable Power Wheels sandwich a homemade blueberry cream cheese frosting for a fun twist on a classic dessert—no baking required. Developed by Ashley Walterhouse of Fit Mitten Kitchen,... Read more...
Chocolate-Covered Smoothie Pops Recipe
Chocolate-Covered Smoothie Pops Recipe
  When snack time calls for something a little extra, these Chocolate-Covered Smoothie Pops deliver. Made with Once Upon a Farm Smoothies with Protein & Probiotics, they’re creamy, fruity, and... Read more...
cranberry mocktails in plastic martini glasses, surrounded by fresh fruit and Once Upon a Farm pouches
Cran-Berry Smash Cosmo Mocktail Recipe
  This Cran-Berry Smash Mocktail recipe will be a smash hit for kids and adults. Best served in fun glasses (plastic ones for kids!) for a fancy touch. Thank you to... Read more...
Oat Milk Smoothies Soft Serve Recipe
Oat Milk Smoothies Soft Serve Recipe
  Looking for a sweet, creamy treat that feels like dessert with plenty of real fruit goodness? Meet your new five-minute fave: soft serve made with our Oat Milk Smoothies.... Read more...
Belly Blends Gelatin Bites Recipe
Belly Blends Gelatin Bites Recipe
  These Belly Blends Gelatin Bites are a fun, tummy-friendly snack that doubles as an activity. Made with our Pine-Apple Guava Belly Blend and just a few simple ingredients, they... Read more...
4 fruity mocktails in glasses, next to Once Upon a Farm Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend pouches
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Apple, Cherry & Elderberry Immunity Blend Mocktails
  During the holiday season—or for any reason, really—it's fun to get a little fancy with your drinks. Even more fun when the kids get to partake, too! This easy,... Read more...
apple turnovers on a plate, surrounded by apples, cinnamon sticks, and Once Upon a farm applesauce pouches
Easy Apple Turnovers Recipe
  Warm, spiced apples and flaky puff pastry come together to form this scrumptious fall treat. As easy as apple pie, these mini apple turnovers can be filled solely with... Read more...
toddler trail mix in containers, next to Once Upon a Farm Smoothie Melts and Puffs containers
Blueberry Burst Toddler Trail Mix Recipe
  Mix up snack time with this trail mix recipe from Fit Mitten Kitchen that couldn't be easier. Grab an assortment of your toddler's favorite dried snacks, mix them together... Read more...
PB&J ice pops on a serving tray, next to Once Upon a Farm Belly Blends pouches
Belly Blends PB&J Pops Recipe
  Kids and frozen treats go together like peanut butter and jelly. Or almond butter and jelly. Or seed butter and jelly. Or peanut/almond/nut butter and their favorite snack pouches.... Read more...
peach sorbet pops on a tray, next to fresh fruit and Once Upon a Farm pouches
Peach Sunrise Sorbet Pops Recipe
Feeling peachy? 🍑 Grab a pouch and some peaches, and give these refreshing, easy-to-make frozen pops a try. Thank you to Ashley Walterhouse of Fit Mitten Kitchen for this easy... Read more...
ice cream sandwiches made with Once Upon a Farm Smart Wheels bars on a plate
Smart Wheels Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
  Ice cream is great, but ice cream sandwiches—even better. Try our twist on the classic treat, using our Smart Wheels soft-baked toddler bars in place of cookies.  Thanks to... Read more...
yogurt-dipped Tractor Wheel toddler bars on a plate
Yogurt-Dipped Strawberry Tractor Wheels Recipe
  Our Tractor Wheels are great snacks on their own, but sometimes, it's fun to mix things up a bit. Dipping them in yogurt and popping them in the freezer... Read more...
chocolate-dipped Once Upon a Farm Tractor Wheels toddler bars on a plate
Chocolate-Dipped Banana Tractor Wheels Recipe
  Your toddler's favorite snack + an ingredient you probably have on hand = a new delicious treat. We won't tell anyone if you make these for yourself and not... Read more...
Mediterranean pasta salad on a wooden plate
Mediterranean Pasta Salad Recipe
  Minimal effort, maximum flavor: two characteristics of a great weeknight recipe. Boil some pasta, cook one of our Meal Starters, and mix them both together to create this yummy... Read more...
a sliced pumpkin apple pie
Pumpkin Apple Pie Recipe
  Forget having to choose between pumpkin pie and apple pie—now, you can have both in one slice! This recipe is inspired by our limited-edition Pumpkin Apple Pie pouches and... Read more...
strawberry applesauce pancakes on a serving tray
Strawberry Applesauce Pancakes Recipe
  With a few kitchen staples and a few minutes, you can turn our Strawberry Applesauce into a scrumptious breakfast for the whole family. Thank you to Ashley Walterhouse of Fit... Read more...
two glasses with pumpkin cream cold foam on top of iced coffee. once upon a farm farm pumpkin apple pie pouches are next to them
Pumpkin Apple Pie Cold Foam Recipe
  Parents, this recipe is just for you. Your child's favorite seasonal snack is the not-so-secret star ingredient in your new favorite seasonal pick-me-up. Add a few extra for yourself in your... Read more...
Apple Oat Bar Sundae on a plate, surrounded by the ingredients
Apple Oat Bar Sundae Recipe
  Our new Soft-Baked Bars are so good that kids already think they're cookies! And they just so happen to pair perfectly with a scoop of ice cream for an... Read more...
veggie egg bites on a plate
10 Toddler Meal Ideas, Ready in 30 Mins or Less
  When you’re raising a toddler, mealtime can be quite messy—from the food to the feelings. Preparation can help. We’ve put together some great go-to meals for your little one,... Read more...
toddler trail mix in a bowl, surrounded by Once Upon a Farm baby and toddler pantry snacks
Toddler Trail Mix Recipe
  Let your toddler grab and enjoy all of their favorite snacks at one time with this extremely easy recipe. We're talking, dump-a-bunch-of-things-into-a-bowl-and-stir easy. These snacks are all great for helping encourage... Read more...
blueberry mango sorbet in dessert cups, with fresh mango and a Once Upon a Farm pouch next to them
Blueberry Mango Sorbet Recipe
  Frozen mango chunks—and a little bit of patience—transform our Mama Blueberry Fruit & Veggie Blend into a delicious, no sugar added‡ dessert. Just blend, freeze, and enjoy! Blueberry Mango... Read more...
mini pizzas on a plate, surrounded by Once Upon a Farm Ratatouille meals and fresh produce
Ratatouille Pizza Recipe
  Looking for creative ways to get your kids to eat their veggies? Pizza is the answer! Already prepped and ready to cook, our Ratatouille Plant-Rich Meal makes for the... Read more...
birds-eye view of mocktails on a platter, surrounded by fresh avocado, lime, pineapple, and Once Upon a Farm pouches
Pineapple Mojito Mocktail Recipe
  Say hello to a new and refreshing way to enjoy a Once Upon a Farm pouch. This mocktail is inspired by—and made with—one of our all-time faves: Wild Rumpus... Read more...
homemade fruit leather strips on a cutting board, with Once Upon a Farm pouches and fresh fruit next to them
Recipe: Homemade Fruit Leather
  Transform your favorite Once Upon a Farm pouch into an equally tasty snack with this easy and fun fruit leather recipe. Best part? Your kiddos can help you create... Read more...
Chai-spiced breakfast cookies on a plate, surrounded by the ingredients used to make them
Chai-Spiced Breakfast Cookies Recipe ft. Diaspora Co.
  Cookies for breakfast—yes, please! These naturally sweet, bite-sized goodies are made with one of our Plant-Rich Meals for a veggie base and jam-packed with flavor.  But the star ingredient in these... Read more...
pea and zucchini fritters on a serving plate, surrounded by fresh veggies and Once Upon a Farm meal packages
Pea and Zucchini Fritters Recipe
  Flavorful veggies + a satisfying crunch = 10/10. These fritters take one of our Plant-Rich Meals up a notch by turning it into a recipe that will have the whole family asking... Read more...
frozen chocolate-covered milkshake bites on a tray, surrounded by Once Upon a Farm pouches, fruit, and chocolate
Chocolate-Covered Frozen Milkshake Bites Recipe
  Bite-sized sweet treats, coming right up! Our creamy and delicious A2/A2 Whole Milk Shakes are taken up a notch when combined with milk chocolate. Slice, melt, squeeze, freeze, and enjoy! Chocolate-Covered... Read more...
heart-shaped gummies on a tray, surrounded by fresh fruit and veggies and Once Upon a Farm pouches
Homemade Fruit & Veggie Blend Gummies Recipe
  Have you ever tried making homemade gummies? They're a lot easier than you might think! We asked Ashley Walterhouse (Fit Mitten Kitchen) to develop this easy-peasy recipe, using our... Read more...
Frozen yogurt pops on a tray, surrounded by fresh fruit and veggies and Once Upon a Farm Blueberry, Banana & Ginger Immunity Blend pouches
Blueberry Immunity Blend Yogurt Pops Recipe
  You want an easy recipe you can make and enjoy with your kids? Say no more! Grab a pouch, some Greek yogurt, and ice pop molds, and you've got an activity... Read more...
raspberry sweet potato pancakes on a tray
Sweet Potato Raspberry Pancakes Recipe
  Let's put a Once Upon a Farm spin on a breakfast classic: pancakes. Sweet potatoes and raspberries add extra nutrition and flavor to a familiar fave in this recipe,... Read more...
Once Upon a Farm Plant-Rich Meal next to a bowl of vegetable soup and crackers
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Easy White Bean, Barley, and Kale Soup
  It's soup season, y'all! We love any chance to get warm, cozy, and comfy—and a nourishing bowl of homemade soup checks all of those boxes. This easy recipe, created... Read more...
sweet potato pie cookies on a serving plate, surrounded by fresh ingredients and Once Upon a Farm pouches
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie Cookies
  For many of us, nothing tastes like fall quite like sweet potato pie. Sweet, savory, and a touch spicy, this treat is cozy comfort in a slice. Or a... Read more...
carrot cake French toast cups on a serving plate, surrounded by fresh ingredients
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Carrot Cake French Toast Cups
  Who says you can't have (carrot) cake for breakfast? Inspired by the love-it-or-hate-it dessert, we hope this twist on French Toast elicits a "love it" reaction. 🥕 Ashley Walterhouse of... Read more...
mini no-bake pear cheesecakes on a serving plate, next to two Once Upon a Farm Pear Fruit Blend pouches and various ingredients
Kid-Friendly Recipe: No-Bake Cottage Cheese Pear Cheesecakes
  Let's take a classic dessert we all know and love—cheesecake—and put a few of our own spins on it: Make them mini - perfectly portioned and so cute! Sub... Read more...
three jars with parfaits, in front of three Once Upon a Farm Dairy-Free Coconut Yogurt Alternative pouches
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Dairy-Free Coconut Yogurt Parfaits
  Crunchy, homemade granola perfectly complements our creamy, whipped Coconut Milk Yogurt Alternative in these kid-approved parfaits. Make a batch of granola, prepare your choice of fresh fruit, and set... Read more...
a loaf of sliced banana zucchini bread on a tray, surrounded by fresh ingredients and a Once Upon a Farm Plant-Rich Meal
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Banana Zucchini Bread
  You've tried banana bread. You've maybe even tried zucchini bread. But have you ever tried banana zucchini bread? This recipe—inspired by and made with one of our Plant-Rich Meals—combines... Read more...
various citrus fruit slices arranged on top of each other
6 Immune-Boosting Foods & Kid-Friendly Recipe Ideas
    Our kids’ health and wellness is always top of mind—whether it’s peak sniffle season or the middle of summer. One of the best ways we can help support... Read more...
yogurt bowl with Once Upon a Farm Immunity Blend as the stripes and blueberries as the stars for a flag shape
4th of July Recipe: Red, White and Blue(berries) Yogurt Bowl
  Start your 4th of July off right with this yummy, nutritious, holiday-themed breakfast! Grab a few ingredients (you might even already have these on hand) and get assembling. Bonus: This... Read more...
Broccoli cheese tots on a platter, surrounded by fresh broccoli and the Once Upon a Farm Broccoli, Pea and Navy Bean Meal packaging
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Broccoli Tots
  Looking for creative ways to get your kids to eat more veggies? Want to age up our Plant-Rich Meals for your growing toddler? Simply love anything in tot/nugget form? This... Read more...
butternut squash strawberry energy bites on a tray, next to the Once Upon a Farm Plant-Rich Meal package and various ingredients
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Butternut Squash Strawberry Energy Bites
  Bite-size snacks that satisfy a sweet tooth and satiate you? Yes, please! We took our Butternut Squash, Strawberry & Coconut Butter Plant-Rich Meal and enhanced it with pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, and dates to... Read more...
Once Upon a Farm Pea, Zucchini & Basil meal on a plate next to some grilled and sliced chicken, next to fresh broccoli, peas, mint, and the Once Upon a Farm packaging
Toddler Meal Plan #2: Easy Recipes for the Week
  What should you make for your toddler with a growing appetite and readiness to try new things this week? Let us help! Here are seven toddler-friendly recipes using our... Read more...
tray of strawberry waffles, surrounded by fresh strawberries and Once Upon a Farm Strawberry Patch Fruit & Veggie Blend pouches
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Strawberry Waffles
  One of our favorite ways to use our pouches is to add flavor and nutrition to foods our kids already know and love, like pancakes or waffles. These homemade waffles... Read more...
Once Upon a Farm Black Bean & Red Pepper Meal, plated with quinoa and sliced avocado
Toddler Meal Plan #1: Easy Recipes for the Week
  Being able to make home-cooked meals for your family every day is amazing, but on top of the grocery shopping and cooking, it often requires a lot of creativity... Read more...
homemade chicken nuggets, made with Once Upon a Farm Carrot, Cauliflower & Hemp Seed Meal. Nuggets are arranged on a plate and surrounded by fresh cauliflower, carrots, hemp seeds, and the Once Upon a Farm packaging
Kid-Friendly Recipe: Homemade Chicken Nuggets With Added Veggies
  A staple on any kids' menu and often a freezer fave, chicken nuggets are a foolproof (and delicious!) way to get your kids to eat their protein. With the help of Ashley... Read more...
pineapple whip dessert, surrounded by Once Upon a Farm Pineapple, Banana and Dragonfruit Immunity Blend pouches and fresh fruit
3-Ingredient Recipe: No-Added-Sugar Pineapple Whip
  There's just something about the combo of pineapple and coconut... Maybe it tastes like a tropical vacation. Maybe it evokes memories of unforgettable days at an amusement park. Or maybe it... Read more...
steel cut oats, pancakes, and baked oatmeal made with once upon a farm butternut squash and quinoa meal
3 Kid-Friendly Recipes Using Our Butternut Squash & Quinoa Meal
  We created our Plant-Rich Meals with flexibility in mind: as your baby's appetite and skills grow, our meals are ready to adapt. Once the meal is cooked, start with... Read more...
once upon a farm black bean red pepper meal, alongside pasta salad, a quesadilla, and egg bites
3 Kid-Friendly Recipes Using Our Black Bean & Red Pepper Meal
  Our Plant-Rich Meals are designed to be some of your baby's first foods—with options to purée, mash, or serve as finger food. Just as your child's appetite and confidence with... Read more...
Whipped Raspberry Chocolate Mousse in cups, alongside a bowl of raspberries
Recipe: Dairy-Free Whipped Raspberry Chocolate Mousse
  DIY dessert—that'll have the whole family asking for more—coming right up! We asked Ashley Curtis of The Mindful Momma Bear to create a kid-friendly recipe that combines two of our... Read more...