Apple 'Ants on a Log' with Peanut Butter
A classic, no-cook snack that's perfect for preschoolers – crunchy celery sticks filled with creamy peanut butter and topped with raisins. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 5 minutes, pairs Celery stalks, Natural peanut butter, Raisins for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 Celery stalks
- 1/4 cup Natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup Raisins
- 1 tsp Honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse celery stalks and cut into 3-inch pieces. Place on a serving plate.
- Step 2: Spread 1 tbsp natural peanut butter evenly along the length of each celery piece, pressing gently to create a smooth layer.
- Step 3: Arrange 1 tbsp raisins on top of the peanut butter in a line to resemble 'ants' crawling along the log. Drizzle with 1 tsp honey for extra sweetness.
- Step 4: Serve immediately for optimal crunch – the celery should be crisp and the peanut butter spreadable.





