Healthy Treats | Rainy Day DIY’s with Double Chocolate Love from the Bird Nest!

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Raindrops are fallin’ my friends!

Rainy season has begun. With daily precipitation we find ourselves enjoying the dry moments when we have them. Finding indoor activities for a very busy toddler can be a challenge. Luckily those tried and true well-loved DIY projects are just as popular today as they were when our kids were young.

Remember Play-doh?

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I know I’m dating myself with this one, lol! Did you know playdough was originally intended to be used as a wallpaper cleaner? Noah and Joseph McVicker invented Play-Doh in 1956 and since then over 700 million pounds of play-doh has been sold. I have been making DIY Play-doh for years so I knew the little guy would have fun with it.

Play-doh from the Bird's Nest!

  • Flour (1 cup)
  • Salt (1/4 cup)
  • Water (3/4 cup)
  • Lemon Juice (3 tbsp.)
  • Olive Oil (1 tbsp.)
  • Optional: Food coloring and/or essential oils for scent!

Hours of creative fun...


for mere pennies! Just heat the water, lemon juice and oil in a pan. Add any food coloring or preferred essential oil and stir. After combining the salt and flour; slowly add to the pan while mixing. Once the mixture begins to dry out a bit and form a ball you are good to go. Flip the dough back and forth until it is no longer sticky. Don’t worry; it will firm up as it cools. Let it cool and have fun!

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Perfect for our rainy day…


I was amazed, this really captured his attention. When he was finished we covered and refrigerated the play-doh; ready for the next play time.

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Precious family time…


requires treats from the heart. Quarantine time hasn’t always been easy but I wouldn’t trade these moments for anything. And…I have a willing healthy treat lover! Double Chocolate banana Muffins were an easy treat to make during naptime. They’re great to make, no flour and no eggs needed!

All it takes…
  • Ripe banana (qty 2)
  • Oats (2 cups)
  • Maple Syrup (3 tbsp.)
  • Baking Soda (1 tsp.)
  • Baking Powder (1/2 tsp.)
  • Cacao Powder (2 tbsp.)
  • Almond butter (¼ cup)
  • Dark Chocolate chips (1/4 cup)
  • Optional: Walnuts (chopped)

I love making….


blender muffins! When you’re short on time these are a lifesaver. Just place everything but the chocolate chips in the blender and blend!
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A sweet heart…


Muffin baking pan which I’ve had in the pantry came in handy today. Filled and topped with chocolate chips, they were in the oven for 22-24 minutes at 375 degrees.
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Afternoon snack ...


was pretty special! All I heard was “Ohhhh my!”
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The rain had stopped…


time to head outside, muffin in hand! “This is goot, this is goot!” he exclaimed clutching his treat!
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Like many of you I would bake every day for those sweet comments. Our time together will be over in a flash. A day of play-doh and chocolate muffins would certainly brightens any rainy day! DIY projects are so much fun. I hope you’ll share these treats with your kids (both large and small,lol) I think you’ll find it very therapeutic! Thanks for stopping by.

Remember...don't forget to practice social distancing!

And as always, blessings to you all!

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Chocolate chips muffins and play dough ? That is any toddler`s dream come true.;0)

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I did not know that about playdoh, and that's so easy to make my granddaughter used to love playdoh but her mother hated it, I am not sure if she is still wanting it but maybe I could try making some if she is

and those Muffins sound delicious

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Yes it is that simple, just keep it in the refrigeratior and it lasts and lasts. As long as he is in his highchair we're safe! lol I hope you'll try it and let me know what your grand daughter thinks! Thank you @tattoodjay! Be safe!

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Will be when we eventually move to MA, and no idea when that will be for now

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My grandkids love their Playdoh - and they though it was SO COOL to make their own (they are 6 and 8, so a little older than your guy). We had fun with board games and cards too, and a newly discovered love of puzzles. So much better than hours of being glued to a piece of electronics.
Those chocolate muffins are very similar to my chocolate oatmeal cake, it's a big healthy hit!

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