Best 8 Ants On A Log Recipes

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**Ants on a Log: A Fun and Healthy Snack for Kids and Adults Alike**

Ants on a log is a classic snack that is both fun and healthy. It's made with celery sticks, peanut butter, and raisins, and it's a great way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. Plus, it's a portable snack that can be easily packed for lunch or a road trip.

There are many different ways to make ants on a log, so you can customize it to your own liking. For example, you can use different types of nut butter, such as almond butter or cashew butter. You can also use different types of fruit, such as grapes, blueberries, or strawberries. And if you're feeling adventurous, you can even add a drizzle of honey or chocolate syrup.

No matter how you make it, ants on a log is a delicious and healthy snack that is sure to please everyone. In this article, you'll find three different recipes for ants on a log, so you can find the perfect one for your taste.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

5 INGREDIENT CRANBERRY ORANGE CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Shannon Garcia

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 12.5 oz. can chicken breast, drained
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 Tbsp chopped almonds
1/3 cup mandarin oranges
2 Tbsp avocado mayo
Salt & pepper
Celery Sticks for dipping and to make Chicken Salad Boats

Steps:

  • Open the can of chicken and drain the water.
  • Put chicken into medium size bowl and shred with fork.
  • Add dried cranberries, almonds and oranges, mayo and mix well.
  • Season with salt & pepper to taste and spoon celery into celery boats for Chicken Salad Logs or use celery sticks as dippers for the perfect crunch!

ANTS ON A LOG RECIPE



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A delicious, healthy and fun snack to make with your kids. Easily adapted to suit tastes.

Provided by Amy Whiteford

Categories     Breakfast / Snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 Celery Sticks (*SEE NOTE 1)
1/4 cup Peanut Butter (*SEE NOTE 2)
30 Raisins (*SEE NOTE 3)

Steps:

  • Wash the celery sticks and cut each stick in half.
  • Add peanut butter into the concave part of each celery stick and spread.
  • Push raisins into the peanut butter to represent "ants"

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 65 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ANTS-ON-A-LOG CAKES



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We turned a classic childhood snack into a big treat.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 3 cakes

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 16-ounce (family-size) frozen pound cakes
2 16-ounce tubs white frosting
1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
Green and yellow food coloring
12 pitted prunes

Steps:

  • Trim the long sides of each pound cake at an angle using a serrated knife. Use the knife to carve out a 1/2-inch-deep, 2 1/2-inch-wide channel down the center of each cake.
  • Cover the cakes with the frosting, leaving the bottom of the channel unfrosted. Use the back of a fork to make grooves in the frosting. Put the cakes in the freezer until the frosting sets, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the peanut butter filling: Beat the butter and peanut butter in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy. Beat in the confectioners' sugar on low speed until smooth. Set aside.
  • Mix a few drops of green food coloring in a small bowl with a drop of yellow food coloring and a splash of water. Brush onto the frosting. Adjust the color with more food coloring or water as needed.
  • Spread the peanut butter filling into the channel in each cake using the back of a spoon.
  • Arrange the prunes on top of the peanut butter filling.

ANTS ON A LOG



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This is a fun snack that kids can make. It consists of artfully arranged celery, peanut butter, and raisins.

Provided by Michele O'Sullivan

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Kids     Quick and Easy

Time 5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 stalks celery
½ cup peanut butter
¼ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Cut the celery stalks in half. Spread with peanut butter. Sprinkle with raisins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 75.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

ANTS ON A LOG



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Using assorted dried fruit adds a colorful twist to this classic after-school snack.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons reduced-fat cream cheese
2 celery stalks, trimmed
1/4 cup assorted small dried fruit (such as cherries, cranberries, raisins, or currants)

Steps:

  • Spread cream cheese inside the hollow of each celery stalk. Arrange dried fruit on top, and cut celery in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

ANTS ON A LOG (LUNCH BOX SURPRISE)



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For our 5 year olds lunch box for either snack time or lunch for his first year at kindergarten that are reasonably healthy but will bring a smile to his face when he finds them. Snacks cannot have peanuts or peanut butter this year. This recipe would also be good for long car trips.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 2 Logs, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 celery ribs, each cut into 3 pieces (3 to 4 inches each)
8 ounces cheesecake cream cheese spread or 8 ounces cream cheese spread
1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup yogurt covered raisins

Steps:

  • Fill celery with cream cheese spread and smooth with knife.
  • Add a row of raisins for the "ants.".

ANTS ON A LOG



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I used to eat this when I was in girl scout camp. the kids loved them and so do I. I'm using estimated amounts so you can put as much or as little as you want in them.

Provided by Babybuttons

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 stalks celery, cut in half
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon cream cheese
32 raisins

Steps:

  • wash celery sticks and cut in half, giving you 8 sticks in total.
  • spread 4 sticks with peanut butter and the other 4 with cream cheese and top with raisins.
  • Dig in and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.2, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 4, Sodium 61.5, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 3.6, Protein 1.7

ANTS ON A LOG CELERY SALAD



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A sophisticated take on the beloved children's snack of celery with peanut butter and raisins, this salad is a study in textures with chewy dates, crisp apple, and fresh herbs.

Provided by Molly Baz

Categories     Summer     Side     Salad     Celery     Apple     Shallot     Peanut     Date     Soy Free     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Produce
10 celery stalks
1 Granny Smith apple
1 small shallot
1 cup packed mint or basil leaves
Pantry
3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
¾ cup roasted, salted peanuts
8 Medjool dates

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, and ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes. Slowly stream in 3 tablespoons olive oil, whisking constantly until well combined. Season with salt.
  • Pluck off any leaves from 10 celery stalks and set aside. Thinly slice the celery on the bias; add it to the dressing.
  • Cut out the core of 1 apple by cutting off 4 lobes around it. Arrange the lobes cut-side down on a cutting board and thinly slice them crosswise into half-moons.
  • Thinly slice 1 small shallot crosswise into rings.
  • Coarsely chop ¾ cup roasted, salted peanuts or crush them with the bottom of a mug or glass measuring cup. Add the apple slices, shallot rings, and crushed peanuts to the bowl.
  • Tear the dates into smaller pieces, discarding the pits; add them to the bowl along with 1 cup mint leaves and the reserved celery leaves.
  • Serve: Toss everything well to coat in the dressing. Season with salt until it tastes really delicious and serve immediately

Tips for Making Ants on a Log

- To make ants on a log more appealing to kids, cut the celery stalks into fun shapes, such as stars or hearts. - Use a variety of fillings to appeal to different tastes and preferences. Some popular options include peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, cream cheese, and Nutella. - Experiment with different toppings to add flavor and texture. Some popular choices include raisins, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut. - Make ants on a log ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for a quick and healthy snack. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. - Ants on a log can be a fun and interactive snack for kids to make. Let them help you choose the fillings and toppings, and they will be more likely to enjoy eating them.

Conclusion

Ants on a log is a classic snack that is both healthy and delicious. It is a great way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables, and it is also a fun and easy snack to make. With a few simple tips, you can make ants on a log that everyone will love.

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