Apple Pie Parfait

Welcome to Apples week! We're starting with a snack that tastes like apple pie but takes five minutes and zero baking. Your little one layers yogurt, cinnamon apples and a crunchy topping in a clear cup, so they can see every stripe they made.

This one looks fancy, which is exactly why kids love it. A clear cup turns a regular snack into something they built themselves, and they are much more likely to eat something they built.

What you need

• A clear cup or small jar

• Plain or vanilla yogurt (Greek or regular)

• 1 apple, peeled and finely diced or grated

• A pinch of cinnamon

• A crunchy topping: crushed graham crackers, oat cereal or granola without nuts

• A spoon for each layer

How to make it

1. Prep the apple. Peel and dice the apple into very small pieces, or grate it. Toss it with a pinch of cinnamon.

2. Set up a station. Put the yogurt, the cinnamon apple and the crunch in three bowls, each with its own spoon.

3. Crunch the crackers. Put graham crackers in a zip bag and let your child smash them with their hands or a rolling pin. This is everyone's favorite step.

4. Layer it up. Yogurt, then apple, then crunch. Repeat until the cup is full. Ask, "Which layer is on the bottom? Which one is on top?"

5. Top and eat. Finish with a little extra crunch and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Why we love it

Layering is a sneaky math and language lesson. Your child hears words like bottom, middle, top, first and next, and they practice careful spooning and pouring. It's also a great first taste of the week: tomorrow's apples are crunchy, but today's are sweet and soft.

Make it your own

• Count the layers. Make it Number 2 day: two layers of yogurt, two of apple.

• Dairy-free: Use a plant-based yogurt or unsweetened applesauce as the base.

• Make it a breakfast: Add oats instead of crackers.

A quick safety note: Raw apple pieces are a common choking risk for young children. For kids under 4, dice apples very small or grate them, and always have your child sit while eating. Skip nuts and anything your family avoids.

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More for this week: see all our Apple activities, Letter B activities and Number 2 activities.

Every child is different. Please use your own judgment about what's safe and right for your family. Always supervise children during activities and while eating, and adjust foods for allergies, dietary needs and your child's age and chewing ability. Sprocket & Sprout shares these ideas for fun and learning only. We are not responsible for any injury, allergic reaction, damage or mess that may result from trying them. This post may contain affiliate links; if you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.