🍓 'Tawberry' Tales in the Kitchen!

Pancakes Tiffin Box — Strawberry Jam Pancakes Bento

Today's Special: A Strawberry-Themed Delight

Hey everyone! Welcome to a special day in our kitchen. Guess what? Today's bento box story is about the humble strawberry, or should I say 'tawberry' as Ira calls them 🍓, which inspired me by a heartwarming gesture from Ira's Mama. After a trip to the strawberry-rich terrains of Mahabaleshwar, he brought back a generous harvest of these sweet fruits. With an abundance of strawberries at hand, I decided to channel my inner chef and create some delightful homemade strawberry jam.

What's in the Box?

Blueberry Millet Pancakes: I used a special pancake premix that comes loaded with blueberries, combining health and flavour. These pancakes are then topped with our special homemade strawberry jam for that extra fruity punch.
Strawberry Sidekicks: More fresh strawberries accompany the meal because there's no such thing as too many strawberries!
Crunchy Salad Companion: A simple, fresh salad as per my daughter's request, highlighting the importance of involving kids in their meal choices.
Eggcellent Stripes: A striped omelette perfectly cooked for easy toddler handling and eating.

The Joy of Homemade Jam

The process of making strawberry jam was more than a culinary activity; it was a sensory and emotional experience. The aroma of simmering strawberries brought back fond memories of our "jammy" childhood.

Balanced Bites

Each element in this bento box has been thoughtfully chosen to offer a blend of taste and nutrition. From the antioxidant-rich blueberries in the pancakes to the protein in the eggs, it's a meal crafted for a toddler's health and growth.

Involving Tiny Chefs

Getting my daughter involved in meal prep has transformed our meal times. Seeing her make choices and relish her food with pride and ownership is a joy.

A Story in a Jar

The homemade strawberry jam is more than a tasty addition; it's a jar full of family stories, love, and life's simple pleasures.

Over to You!

I hope this post inspires you to get creative with your toddler's meals, maybe even experiment with your own version of a bento box. Do you have any special ingredients or stories that make your little one's meals memorable? I'd love to hear them in the comments below!

Here's to making every meal a memorable one. Happy cooking! 🍓🥞🥗