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June 2025

Cereal Isn’t Just For Breakfast

2025-06-23T13:29:51+00:00June 23rd, 2025|Categories: Child Health, Recipes, WIC Food|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Cereal = Smart Snack Time!

Cereals like Cheerios, Multigrain Cheerios, and Kix meet WIC standards—so you know they’re wholesome for kids. They’re made with whole grains, packed with fiber, and stay under sugar limits, making them a great guilt‑free choice for between‑meal munching. 

Fiber + Whole Grains = Full Tummies

  • Cheerios: Made with 100% whole‑grain oats (34 g per serving) plus 1.5 g soluble fiber—heart‑healthy and filling!
  • Multigrain Cheerios: Each serving delivers 28 g whole grain and 3 g fiber, and is low‑fat and cholesterol‑free—a snack that supports heart health.
  • Kix: Whole‑grain corn puffs with about 21 g whole grain per serving, 3 g fiber, calcium, vitamin D, and iron—basic, crunchy goodness.

Nutrients That Matter

Cereals aren’t just crunchy—they’re nutrient powerhouses: iron, B‑vitamins, vitamin D, calcium—and all while being low in fat and cholesterol. They support healthy growth, strong bones, and steady energy.

Snack Hacks That Are Pure Genius

  • Sprinkle into yogurt for a creamy‑crunch combo
  • Pack handfuls in zip‑bags for poolside or car travel
  • Eat by the handful — simple, satisfying, and easy!

We carry a large selection of WIC‑approved cereals that are perfect any time of day, and make the perfect snack. Kix, Cheerios, and Multigrain Cheerios are great staples to keep on hand for healthy breakfasts or easy snack creations.

6 Simple Summer Recipes Kids Will Love

 No‑Bake Peanut‑Butter Cheerios Bars

Quick, portable, and great for picnics—no oven needed! 

Ingredients: 3 cups plain Cheerios, ½ cup peanut butter, ½ cup honey
Warm peanut butter + honey, stir in Cheerios, press into a pan, chill until firm. Cut into bars.

Cheerios Trail Mix Cups

Ingredients: 2 cups Cheerios or Multigrain Cheerios, ⅓ cup raisins, ⅓ cup pretzels, ½ cup mixed nuts or seeds (if serving to bigger kids).
Combine and store in small containers.Easy to portion and healthy—just mix pantry items!

Frozen Yogurt–Cereal Pops

Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, ½ cup chopped berries, ½ cup crushed Kix or Multigrain Cheerios, honey to taste
 Stir yogurt + berries + honey, layer with cereal in popsicle molds, freeze 3+ hours.
 Cool and refreshing!

Kix–Fruit Pancake Cones

Ingredients: Pancake batter, a handful of Kix, sliced fruit, whipped cream or yogurt
Make thin pancakes, shape into cones, fill with fruit + yogurt + Kix. A playful, portable twist on breakfast!

Banana‑Cheerio Frozen Bites

Ingredients: 1 banana, ½ cup yogurt melts, 1 cup Cheerios
Slice banana, roll each in yogurt melts then Cheerios, freeze.  Ice‑cream vibes, minimal prep—it’s a kid favorite!

Multigrain Raspberry‑Peach Pops

Ingredients: 1 cup raspberries, ⅔ cup peaches, 1 1/3 yogurt, 5 Tbsp honey, ⅔ cup crushed Multigrain Cheerios
Puree fruit, mix with yogurt + honey, stir in cereal, fill molds, freeze 3‑4 hrs.
 Colorful, fruity and crunchy! Perfect for hot days. 

Summer Snacking Tips

⁠• Prep ahead on Sunday—bars, pops, cones keep well for quick grab‑and‑go snacks.
 ⁠• Kid‑friendly assembly—kids can help stir, layer, or freeze.
 ⁠• On the go—wrap bars or freeze pops in lunchboxes for cooling snacks.

Find Them at Grocery Services North

We stock all WIC‑approved cereals you need—grab Kix, Cheerios, or Multigrain Cheerios are just a few you can use to start making these recipes today. Store shelves are ready for your summer plans!

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February 2023

Toddler Snack Boxes

2023-02-09T18:32:30+00:00February 8th, 2023|Categories: Child Health, Meal Planning, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

WIC Food Tip Perfect For Busy Moms

Toddlers love snacks! Moms of little ones may find themselves running around trying to find snacks on demand. Here is a great tip to use your WIC foods to make a perfect snack box for your little one.

One stress-free way to help busy moms looking to save some time, are pre-made snack boxes. Dig around in your cupboard for some plastic containers with lids. It doesn’t have to be fancy. One with compartments is perfect, but a food storage container without dividers also works. (TIP: You can use cupcake liners to make your own compartments) 

Grab a few of your toddler’s favorite WIC foods. Create a fun assortment of 3 to 4 single serving snacks in each container to make a perfect toddler-size snack pack to store in the fridge. Some ideas for your containers include:  cheese cubes, sliced strawberries, orange slices, blueberries, avocados, healthy WIC cereal (without the milk),  yogurt, peanut butter and whole wheat bread.  Make a whole peanut butter sandwich and cut into 1/4ths. Put one fourth in a container. 

Store the snack packs in the fridge until needed.  Making 2 or 4 containers at a time is perfect to have on hand when your little one wants something quick to eat.

This is a great way to help make sure your little one is eating healthy WIC foods. You can also get your kids involved in making their “snack packs” so they are excited to eat healthy foods. 

HAVE TODDLERS ON WIC? SHARE YOUR MOM HACKS

Do you have a great mom hack? Leave it in the comments below. We would love to hear some of your favorite tips/tricks that save you time. 

The ultimate mom hack is getting all your WIC foods in one easy stop at Grocery Services North stores. Visit a location today to see how easy it can be.

Looking for more helpful ideas?  Check out our post about WIC Snacks.

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August 2022

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

2022-08-26T20:56:53+00:00August 5th, 2022|Categories: Meal Planning, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Grocery Shopping|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Sometimes we all need a treat, and this one is perfect for a weekend snack or breakfast. Let your kiddos help you with this one in the kitchen. They can help mix in a few ingredients, stir the batter or just spend time with the family in the kitchen. This special treat also has a few WIC ingredients (milk, egg, and berries).

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

2 cups of blueberries, fresh or frozen (You can also substitute a mix of berries of your choice)

1 stick of butter

1 lemon

½ cup milk

1 egg

2 cups all purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp kosher salt

1 cup, 1 tbsp sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

Heat the oven to 375. Zest a lemon over a stick of softened butter. Add one cup of sugar and beat together until light and fluffy, then add the egg and vanilla extract and beat again until mixed. Toss the berries with ¼ cup of flour, then whisk remaining flour into the batter along with the baking powder and salt. Add the dry ingredients a little at a time, while alternating with the milk, and beat until creamy. Fold in the blueberries gently with a spatula. Transfer the batter into a lightly greased 12 piece muffin pan and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and add remaining sugar on top of each muffin. Return to the oven for about 5 minutes or until muffins are lightly browned on top and sugar has caramelized. Let cool for 5 – 10 minutes then serve. Makes 12 muffins

WIC INSPIRED RECIPE FROM GROCERY SERVICES NORTH

Get all your WIC groceries in one easy stop at any Grocery Services North location in Dallas, Waco, Tyler, and Longview. Bilingual clerks personally help you get all your WIC foods without all the hassle.

Did you make this WIC-inspired recipe? Let’s be friends.  Tag us on Instagram or Facebook using @groceryservicesnorth

 

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March 2022

WIC Inspired Recipe – Yogurt Bark

2022-08-26T01:51:34+00:00March 3rd, 2022|Categories: Meal Planning, Recipes, WIC Food, WIC Grocery Shopping, WIC Nutrition|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

It’s no secret that moms are always looking for easy, healthy snacks to pack in their kids’ lunches or to have on hand when the munchies strike. This WIC inspired recipe – yogurt bark treats – are a great option because they’re made with some of your favorite WIC-approved ingredients. And bonus: they’re delicious! So give them a try today. Your kids will love them!

 These can easily be made into popsicles too!

So what are you waiting for? Whip up a batch of these yogurt popsicles today and let us know what you think. As always, we love to hear from our customers, so be sure to tag us on social if you make these. And don’t forget to visit Grocery Services North for all your WIC grocery needs. We’ve got everything you need, from baby formula, fresh produce to dairy products and beyond.

Yogurt Bark

2 cups Plain Yogurt

¼ cup Maple Syrup

½ tsp Pure Vanilla Extract

¼ tsp Fresh Lemon Juice

Strawberries, sliced

Blueberries

Chopped Pecans (Optional)

Line a baking sheet with wax paper and set aside. In a large mixing bowl combine yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, & lemon juice; whisk until thoroughly combined.

Transfer yogurt mixture to a previously prepared baking sheet and spread it around to an even thickness. Top with berries. Garnish with nuts (optional). Freeze for 3 hours or until firm. Cut into pieces and serve. Keep in the freezer.

WIC INSPIRED RECIPE FROM GROCERY SERVICES NORTH

Get all your WIC groceries in one easy stop at any Grocery Services North location in Dallas, Waco, Tyler, and Longview. Bilingual clerks personally help you get all your WIC foods without all the hassle.

Did you make this WIC-inspired recipe? Let’s be friends.  Tag us on Instagram or Facebook using @groceryservicesnorth

 

 

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