Snacks are a must-have in any family’s routine—but let’s be honest: store-bought options aren’t always the healthiest, and making snacks from scratch can feel like just another thing on your to-do list. Or maybe your kids are just bored with the same old options.
Good news: you can make snack time fun again with easy, cute, and original Japanese snack ideas that you can prep with your kids. These sweet treats are simple to make, packed with charm, and a great way to spend time together in the kitchen.
Bake in the Shape of their Favorite Character
Baking is a fun and easy activity to do with kids—and it doesn’t have to be complicated. Just pour your favorite cake batter into our Pikachu silicone molds and let your little ones enjoy their favorite treat in the shape of their favorite Pokémon.
Prefer smaller bites? Use our Hello Kitty veggie cutters to make the cutest cookies. They’re perfect for adding a sweet touch to any lunchbox or bento.
For something softer, try our 4-piece Pikachu silicone mold set to make bite-sized puddings or jellies. These adorable treats are perfect for afternoon tea or weekend snack time.
Give your Cookies a new Shape (And Flavor!)
Cookies are a classic kid-friendly snack—but why not give them a fresh twist? Use our Wa food cutters or Sakura food cutters to shape cookies into charming plum and cherry blossoms.
For flavor, you can stick with classic butter or chocolate chips, or introduce your kids to something new with Japanese matcha powder. It adds a gentle green tea taste and a pretty color that makes your cookies stand out.
Make Original Japanese Desserts at Home
Already have little chefs in the house? Level up your snack game with traditional Japanese desserts the whole family will love.
Taiyaki: A Street Food Favorite
These fish-shaped cakes are a hit with kids and adults alike. Traditionally filled with anko (sweet red bean paste), they’re also delicious with custard, chocolate, or even green tea milk jam.
With our Taiyaki frying pan, you can make them easily on your stovetop. The fun shape and tasty filling make them a great weekend baking project.
Pop Cakes… in a Takoyaki Pan?!
Yes, really! While our Takoyaki pan is typically used for savory octopus balls, it’s also great for making round cake pops. Just pour in your favorite cake batter and bake on the stove. It’s a fun café-inspired idea straight from Japan—and the results are delicious and perfectly snack-sized.
Pack Your Kid’s Snack in A Cute Bento Box!
And finally, don’t forget presentation. A cute bento box makes snack time feel extra special.
For cat lovers, our Maneki Neko Kokeshi Bento Box or Maruko Neko Bento Box will be an instant hit.
Packing snacks for older kids or adults? Try the Sushi Neko Bento Box, featuring playful cats dressed up as sushis.
Feeding a group or planning a picnic? Our Picnic Bento Boxes offer plenty of space, and the Gel-Cooma Picnic Bento Box comes with a built-in ice pack to keep desserts cool until snack time.
Conclusion
There you have it—four easy and original snack ideas to make your snack time more fun, delicious, and kid-friendly. Whether you’re baking cookies, trying Japanese desserts, or packing a cute bento box for school, these ideas are a great way to spend time together and try something new.
So go ahead—bring the family into the kitchen, get creative, and enjoy some tasty memories along the way. Which snack will you try first? Let us know in the comments!