As a new school year begins, many parents find themselves grappling with the challenge of packing lunches that are both nutritious and appealing. It’s no secret that getting kids to eat healthy can be a struggle, especially when they’re surrounded by tempting, less-than-healthy options. 

What if there was a way to not only make healthy eating fun but also engage your child in the process of creating their meals? 

Mr. Hat Gulaman isn’t just for summer desserts; it’s a versatile ingredient that can teach your kids about healthy eating while sparking their creativity in the kitchen. With seven flavored and six unflavored varieties, you can craft a wide range of fun and nutritious baon options together.  It allows you to take healthy ingredients that might not always appeal to your kids—like fruits, yogurt, or even vegetables—and turn them into something they’re excited to eat. You could blend fruits into a jelly-based salad or create a colorful fruit roll-up with a jelly twist. Imagine your child’s delight when they find a strawberry taho jelly in their lunchbox, or the unexpected joy of champorado transformed into a jelly pudding. 

Mr. Hat Gulaman gives you the freedom to experiment with flavors like kiwi banana jelly or even a savory Japchae jelly, keeping meals exciting and delicious.

Even better is that you could spend quality time with your child, making a jelly version of their favorite fruits or transforming a healthy drink into a fun, slurpable treat. Involving them in the process not only ensures they get the nutrients they need but also helps them build a positive relationship with food.

By incorporating Mr. Hat Gulaman into your child’s baon, you’re also fostering a sense of curiosity and independence. Kids are more likely to eat what they’ve helped create, so letting them pick flavors, mix ingredients, and see their ideas come to life can transform their attitude towards food. It’s not just about packing a lunch; it’s also about encouraging your child to make healthier choices, one delicious jelly creation at a time.

JELLY AND CREAM SANDWICH

Ingredients:

1 sachet Mr. Hat Gulaman Strawberry

900 mL Water

½ cup White sugar

250 mL Chilled all purpose cream

410 mL Chilled cream + condensed milk 

1 pack Wheat/white bread

Procedure

Jelly mixture:

On a saucepan mix 1 sachet of Mr. Har Gulaman Strawberry Jelly Powder and 900 mL water

Put on heat and mix with ½ cup sugar until dissolved

Pour onto square mold and chill

Cream mixture:

Beat 410 mL chilled condensed milk until fluffy or until whip peak is formed at the tip of the whisk

Add 250 mL chilled all purpose cream and beat until fluffy and well combined

Chill and sit for about 1 hour to make the mixture firm

Sandwich:

Cut the edges of the bread

Cut a square shape from the chilled jelly following the shape of your sandwich, set aside

Spread your cream filling onto the bread

Put the jelly

Add another layer of cream filling

Enclose with another slice of bread

Chill for about 10 minutes to set, then serve.

This school year, use Mr. Hat Gulaman as more than just an ingredient—use it as a way to connect with your child and make healthy eating something they look forward to. With endless possibilities for creative, nutritious, and fun baon, you’re not just feeding them well; you’re helping them build a lifelong love for good food. New baon ideas? #NasaHatKoYan. Follow Mr. Hat Gulaman on Tiktok (@mrhatgulaman) and on Facebook (@mrhatgulaman).