Summertime Snacks! 20 Pieces of Seasonal Food Art
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Admit it, Moms, we tend to be a little more relaxed with rules during the Summer, especially when it comes to our tots' eating habits. We'll let them enjoy ice cream in the middle of the day, substitute their milk for more refreshing drinks, and even let them play with the food on their plates. If your little ones have a talent for creating edible art, why not inspire them with some seasonal dishes? Scroll through to see 20 Summer-themed treats that please the palate as well as the eyes.
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One Fish, Two Fish
Turn fruit and toast into a cute sea creature. Source: Instagram user dextermamabistro
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The Little Mermaid
An edible version of a beloved Disney character. Source: Instagram user leesamantha
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Sweet Paradise
Palm trees made from fruit are the perfect Summer treat. Source: Instagram user bambini_pucillo
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A Cretaceous Croissant
Your tot won't be crabby when they see this on the breakfast table. Source: Instagram user anne2matthew
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Sail Away With Me
The red-pepper seagulls are a great addition to this sailboat mural. Source: Instagram user idafrosk
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A Fishy Lunch
Baybel cheese is the key to creating this bento box. Source: Instagram user shannoncarino
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Poolside Sweets
See how Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons turns Rice Krispies treats into a Summer-themed dessert. Source: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons
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Octoapple
Slice some grapes and an apple into the shape of a sea creature. Source: The Southern Housewife
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Sand Castle Creation
This is the one time we'll let our kids eat sand. Source: Instagram user idafrosk
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School of Fish
Re-create an oceanic landscape using fruit, veggies, and cream-cheese-covered bread. Source: Instagram user leesamantha
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A Whale of a Breakfast
Who knew yogurt and blueberries could be so fun? Source: Instagram user hawthornefamilyeats
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Dolphin Tale
This blueberry and banana creation makes for a great party snack. Source: Instagram user dawnn3
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Hello Sailor!
Sail away with the help of bread, mango slices, and lemon! Source: Instagram user civediamoallesette
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Teddy Bear Picnic
All you need to make this cute dessert is blue Jell-O, graham crackers, and a few gummy bears. Source: Instagram user redbprice11
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Octo-Peppers
Dinnertime has never been so fun thanks to Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons' stuffed peppers. Source: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons
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Ice Cream For Breakfast
Trick your kids with this piece of edible art. Source: Instagram user jessgowithit