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Vail, CO – Summer program helps build confidence and strengthen connections through outdoor sports and recreation For nearly 13 and a half years, Travis Wyatt served in the U.S. Navy. He was an operations specialist 1st class petty officer E-6 on his Alive Day — the date when a member of the military almost loses… Read more »

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Kids Recipes

Banana Sushi

August 19, 2020 • by Vail Veterans Program

Banana Sushi is a fun way to get kids involved in making their own healthy snack. Simply peel a banana, add your favourite toppings and then cut into bite-sized pieces!

INGREDIENTS

Sprinkles Sushi:

  • 1 banana
  • 2 squares dark chocolate
  • 1 tbsp sprinkles

Chia Seed Sushi:

  • 1 banana
  • 2 squares dark chocolate
  • 0.5 tbsp chia seeds

Coconut Sushi:

  • 1 banana
  • 1.5 tbsp nut butter
  • 1.5 tbsp shredded coconut

Rice Krispie Sushi:

  • 1 banana
  • 1.5 tbsp nut butter
  • 3 tbsp rice krispies

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. 1. Peel the bananas and place them on a plate or board.
  2. 2. For the Sprinkles and Chia Seed Sushi, melt the chocolate and pour it on top of the bananas. Add the sprinkles or chia seeds on top and place in the fridge until set. For the Coconut and Rice Krispie Sushi, spread the nut butter onto the top of the bananas and then roll them in the shredded coconut or rice krispies.
  3. 3. Serve straight away.

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