Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a snack & gluten free play dough activity in one with these adorable Preschooler Snacktivity Cupcakes. This post was sponsored by DOLE® as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions expressed in my post are my own.
Preschooler Snacktivity Cupcakes | 2-in-1 Play Dough Snack Idea
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! I have to admit, I almost forgot that today was a holiday – I was so busy decompressing from our recent trip. How does this mom play it cool? We’re mixing it up with a fun 2-in-1 gluten free play dough and snack idea – all with supplies that I already have at home.
Perfect for play dates, parties and holidays, these Preschooler Snactivity Cupcakes combine the best in preschool play and delicious snacking all in one compact and adorable package filled with love. Ready to hand out some fun to your kids this Valentine’s Day?
“A gift?! For me?! Thank you, Mommy!”
Have you ever made marshmallow play dough before? FUN! Not only is it super easy and quick to make, but also fun to play with! Within minutes we are stretching, smashing, mixing and mushing our play dough into lots of fun shapes and designs, all with LOVE in the air.
A Perfect Snack for Preschoolers
We could have kept playing for hours, but all of that hard play time works up a hunger! Good thing we had stocked up on new DOLE Mixations®! A perfect blend of applesauce and real pieces of fruit, it’s a great way to end a sweet day together – with a little bit of more sweetness. Non-GMO*, no high fructose corn syrup, no artificial flavors and naturally gluten free, this is a snack that I can feel good about giving my kids. The best part? The flavors, of course! New DOLE Mixations comes in really fun flavors that your kids will love like:
- Apple-Strawberry Sauce with Dices of Apple
- Pineapple-Mango Sauce with Pineapple Pieces
- Peach-Apple Sauce with Pineapple Pieces
- Apple-Raspberry Sauce with Dices of Apple
The Apple Raspberry flavor is the perfect color for our Valentine’s Day Snacktivity Cupcakes – and quite delicious.
We love the creative lids too, with a perfect spot to write a special message on the labels.
Preschooler Snacktivity Idea | Easy Marshmallow Play Dough in a Cupcake!
It’s all in the presentation. At 4-years old, my girl really appreciates the details. Cupcakes, girly-ness and creative play – she is the epitome of a busy princess. So I knew right away she would appreciate a snack and play idea rolled into one cute cupcake for Valentine’s Day. Perfect for when you’re short on time and supplies, I was able to gather everything with items I already had on hand! Ready to make your own in under 2 minutes? Here’s how:
What You Will Need
- 6 Marshmallows
- 3 TBSP Cornstarch
- 2 TSP Coconut Oil
- 2-3 drops of food coloring (I went with red for Valentine’s Day)
- Sprinkles
- Cupcake Liners
- Fruit Cup of choice, like the new DOLE Mixations
Directions
- In a small microwaveable bowl, add marshmallows, cornstarch, and coconut oil. Microwave on high for about 20-30 seconds.
- Immediately remove from microwave and stir. (Be careful, the marshmallows may release some steam as you stir them together.) Should be a taffy-like consistency.
- Add food coloring and mix until color is evenly distributed. Goop should become more pliable as you knead it.
- Form into a ball. Coat with sprinkles as desired. Place ball on top of fruit cup. Wrap with clear cellophane or saran wrap as desired.
- Place fruit cup into cupcake liner. Should look like a fun cupcake now! Give to your kids for a fun 2-in-1 snack and activity. (Hence Valentine’s Day Snacktivity Cupcake. Get it?)
Smash it! Squish it! Squash it! And enjoy these Preschooler Snacktivity Cupcakes – a perfect last-minute Valentine’s Day snack and activity in one!
Snacktivity for Valentine’s Day, I think that we both can get used to that! Hope you’re celebrating this day of love with some play time fun and these Preschooler Snacktivity Cupcakes. Be sure to stock up on new DOLE Mixations too, a perfect snack idea for Valentine’s Day or any day! Grab your $1 DOLE Mixations coupon. And follow DOLE on Facebook and Twitter.
How are you celebrating Valentine’s Day with your kids?
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robin Rue says
What a seriously fun idea. I want to do this with my niece when I babysit her this weekend.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That is the cutest idea ever! I think the “cupcakes” are such a great idea.
Brandy says
That is a really neat and fun idea. I know my sons would love doing this, if we did a different color 😉 The youngest loves food that he can have fun with and eat!
Pam Wattenbarger says
Those Mixations sound awesome. What a great snack for kids. I will pick some up for my granddaughter.
Marcie W. says
Such an adorably creative idea! I love that a sugary cupcake transforms into a healthy snack AND fun sensory play.
Amanda Love says
I love making homemade play dough with my daughter! I think it’s a great idea. I’ve never made one using marshmallow though. I would love to try this recipe of yours. The snacks sound so good as well!
Linda says
This is so fun! Such a cute idea! Kids would love it!
Bridgette says
This is so creative! I haven’t seen the Mixations before so I will have to be on the look out!
Liz Mays says
Those Mixation flavor combos are awesome! I’m loving the cute cupcake idea. That marshmallow play dough is the best!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
We know this snack would be good because it is made my DOLE. I will include this in my grocery list this weekend because I am sure we’ll have little visitors on Saturday.
Cassie Tucker says
This is a wonderfully creative idea! I like that the kids get something nutritious to eat and something to play with.
Reesa Lewandowski says
Oh how adorable is this???!!!! I had the chance to try out these Mixations over the summer and my kids LOVE them! So do I! My favorite is the Mango!
Mary Edwards says
What a great (and tasty) edible craft idea! My 8 year old daughter will love making and eating these “cupcakes”
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This makes quite the fun combination!
I am sure my niece would love it.
Melissa says
Snacktivity great name and it looks so good I will try it soon for my son. The Dole Mixations look so good with real pieces of fruit in a sauce, thanks for the coupon
Myrah Duque says
Talk about one amazing, fun and tasty craft idea. Will share this idea with my niece who has 3 kids. Great way to keep them busy and having fun.
Our Family World says
woah. looks like a very interesting cupcake! im sure kids will enjoy and love this one! including myself lol., i like the idea, i should try that!
Karrie Truman says
I’ve never heard of marshmallow playdough before! What a brilliant idea and adorable little snack!
Louise Bishop says
My kids love that apple sauce and all the various flavors they offer. It looks like you win the cool mom award for Valentine’s Day!
Crystal says
So, so cute! I loved the preschool age and making our own fun. Next time I’m on babysitting duty, I’m going to make some of this play dough and nab some snacks.