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Down on the Farm / Chocolate Haystacks

Chocolate Haystacks

Children mix melted chocolate with crunchy noodles and spoon them into cups to set as haystack treats.

How to run it

  1. An educator melts chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler.
  2. Let the chocolate cool slightly before children stir in the crunchy noodles.
  3. Have children spoon small mounds into patty pans.
  4. Chill until set and share.

You will need

  • cooking chocolate
  • crunchy fried noodles
  • patty pans
  • mixing bowls
  • spoons
Make it easier or harderYounger children can do the spooning; older children can measure and stir.
SafetyAdults handle melting and hot bowls; check for allergies (dairy, wheat, soy) and follow food hygiene practices.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children practise safe food preparation and following steps.

Fits these theme days

Down on the FarmChocolate DayCooking DayEaster

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