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Kacie Barnes, MCN, RD | Mama Knows Nutrition

This creator shares recipes for healthy snacks and meals, with a focus on kid-friendly options. They often feature recipes for baked goods, frozen treats, and easy weeknight dinners. The creator also shares tips for packing lunches and managing picky eaters. They frequently collaborate with food brands and promote their products.

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Kacie Barnes, MCN, RD, offers a delightful blend of healthy, kid-approved recipes on Instagram, perfect for busy families. Her content spans from wholesome baked goods and frozen treats to quick weeknight dinners, with a special focus on practical tips for packing lunches and navigating picky eaters. Kacie's engaging approach makes her a go-to resource for parents seeking nutritious and delicious meal solutions, and she has a proven track record of successful collaborations with food brands.

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Say #snacklist and I’ll send you my favorite healthy snacks! 🙌

This post isn’t meant to be critical, just to bring a little awareness. I’ve realized this summer that while I can’t control what my kids want to snack on, I can control what I bring into the house.

If I buy the Costco-sized box of Goldfish, they’re going to eat the Costco-sized box of Goldfish. 😂

No foods are off limits, I just try to make the healthier choices the easier choices!
Going to the pool for 2 hours. Packing accordingly. 

If you’re going to survive you need a little something for yourself too! Both the kids and I are huge fans of these @ohsnappickles! Highly recommend them on a hot summer day 👌

#ohsnappartner
The fluffiest sheet pan protein pancakes recipe is below! Leave a 🥞 emoji in the comments if your kids love pancakes or a 🧇 
if waffles are their fave! 

I used @cleansimpleeats simply vanilla grass-fed whey isolate protein, it’s my go-to! #CSEpartner

Fluffy Vanilla Protein Sheet Pan Pancakes

Makes about 12 servings

Dry
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or 1 cup AP + 1 cup oat flour)
- ½ cup Clean Simple Eats vanilla protein powder
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt

Wet
- 2 eggs
- 1¾ cups milk (2% dairy or soy milk)
- ½ cup plain 2% Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup avocado oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 mashed banana

Instructions
1. Heat oven to 425°F.
2. Grease a quarter sheet pan (9×13) or line with parchment.
3. Whisk dry ingredients.
4. Whisk wet ingredients separately.
5. Combine gently—don’t overmix.
6. Pour into pan and bake 12–15 minutes, until just set and lightly golden.
7. Cool 5 minutes and cut into squares.
❤️ this if you want more kid-friendly healthy recipes! The recipe for this Chocolate PB Banana Frozen Yogurt Bark is below!

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Chocolate PB Banana Frozen Yogurt Bark Recipe 🍫 🥜 🍌 

Ingredients

* 2 bananas, sliced into thin rounds
* 1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
* 1/2 scoop CSE Chocolate Peanut Butter protein powder
* 1/2 ripe banana, mashed
* Tiny pinch salt

For the topping:

* 2 tbsp unsalted peanut butter, slightly melted
* 2–3 tbsp melted chocolate chips
* Mini chocolate chips
* Flaky salt

Instructions

1. Line a small baking sheet, tray, or dish with parchment paper.
2. Arrange the banana slices in an even layer across the bottom.
3. In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, protein powder, mashed banana, and salt until smooth.
4. Spread the yogurt mixture over the banana slices.
5. Drizzle with melted peanut butter and melted chocolate.
6. Top with mini chocolate chips and flaky salt. (Skip the salt if you used salted peanut butter.)
7. Freeze for 2–4 hours, or until firm.
8. Slice into pieces and let sit a few minutes before eating for the creamiest texture.

Store leftovers in the freezer!

Who is Kacie Barnes, MCN, RD | Mama Knows Nutrition’s audience?

Kacie Barnes' audience is likely comprised of health-conscious parents and caregivers in the US seeking practical, nutritious meal solutions for their families. Their intent signals are strong, driven by the keywords "healthy recipes," "kid-friendly," and "meal prep," indicating a desire for actionable advice and inspiration. With an Instagram engagement rate of 1.85%, Kacie's audience demonstrates above-benchmark engagement compared to platforms like Instagram (1.5% ER) and YouTube (2.0% ER), suggesting a highly receptive and interactive community. This indicates a valuable audience for brands in the food, parenting, and wellness sectors.

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