Explore exciting Inside Out Activities and Recipes to make family movie nights unforgettable. Fun printables and tasty treats await!
Disney•Pixar’s “Inside Out”: Fun Activities and Recipes for the Whole Family
Summer is almost here, and our family is buzzing with excitement for the release of Disney•Pixar’s newest film, Inside Out! Mark your calendars for June 19, when this imaginative adventure hits theaters. The film looks like a blast, and it’s got us thinking about the fun and creativity we can bring into our own lives while we wait for the big day!
Dive Inside Riley’s Mind with Inside Out
We’ve all wondered what goes on inside someone’s head, haven’t we? Disney•Pixar’s Inside Out takes us on an incredible journey into the mind of 11-year-old Riley. Inside her head, a bustling control center manages her emotions: the ever-optimistic Joy (voiced by Amy Poehler), the cautious Fear (voiced by Bill Hader), the fiery Anger (voiced by Lewis Black), the discerning Disgust (voiced by Mindy Kaling), and the often-confused Sadness (voiced by Phyllis Smith).
When Riley’s family moves to a new city, the emotions face a huge challenge. Joy and Sadness are unexpectedly thrust into the far reaches of Riley’s mind, leaving Fear, Anger, and Disgust to navigate her emotional landscape. Joy and Sadness must travel through Long Term Memory, Imagination Land, Abstract Thought, and Dream Productions in a quest to return to the control center and help Riley adjust to her new life.
Directed by Academy Award® winner Pete Docter (known for Monsters, Inc. and Up) and produced by Jonas Rivera (also from Up), Inside Out features a captivating score by Michael Giacchino, the talent behind The Incredibles and Ratatouille.
Countdown with Free Inside Out Printable Activity Sheets
To keep the excitement going until June 19, I’m thrilled to share some FREE Printable Inside Out Activity Sheets and Recipes with you:
Inside Out Connect the Dots
Unleash your creativity with this fun connect-the-dots activity that brings your favorite characters to life!
Inside Out Crazy Maze
Navigate through this maze to help Riley’s emotions find their way back to the control center.
Deliciously Fun: Inside Out Inspired Recipes
Celebrate the film’s release with these playful and tasty recipes that are sure to delight your family!
Disgust’s Is-That-Broccoli? Pizza
A fun twist on traditional pizza, this recipe adds a healthy twist with broccoli—perfect for a movie night snack!
Ingredients:
- Store-bought pizza dough
- ½ can San Marzano tomatoes
- ¼ head of broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ garlic clove, smashed and minced
- ½ garlic clove, thinly sliced
- 2 oz marinara sauce
- Semolina flour
- Zest and juice from ¼ lemon
- Grated mozzarella cheese
- Chile flakes
- Parmesan Reggiano
- Sea salt, to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil, to taste
Steps:
- Prepare the San Marzano Tomatoes:
- Drain the tomatoes and slice them in half. Squeeze out the seeds and grate the tomato meat using a box grater.
- Season with sea salt and olive oil. Mix in the minced garlic.
- Cook the Broccoli:
- Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in a large sauté pan. Add the sliced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds.
- Add broccoli and chile flakes, coating with olive oil. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender yet crisp.
- Fold in lemon zest and season with lemon juice and salt.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Preheat your oven to 427°F (220°C).
- On a pizza peel, dust with semolina flour and arrange the pizza dough.
- Spread 2 oz of marinara sauce over the dough.
- Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese evenly, then add the broccoli and a pinch of chile flakes.
- Bake on a preheated pizza stone or sheet tray until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan Reggiano and serve hot.
Fear’s Panko-Protected Long Beans Recipe:
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon seafood spice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- 4 eggs, beaten
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¾ lb Chinese long beans or thin green beans, cut into 4-inch pieces
- 2 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
- 4 cups canola oil, for frying
- Coarse salt, to taste
Steps
- Prepare the Coating Mixture:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, seafood spice, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, coarse salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Set Up for Frying:
- Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set it aside to drain the fried beans.
- Heat the Oil:
- Pour the canola oil into a deep pot to a depth of 1 inch. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Coat the Beans:
- Moisten the long beans. Dredge each bean in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coat. Dip in the beaten eggs, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry the Beans:
- Working in batches, gently place the coated beans into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes, turning every 45 seconds with tongs or a slotted spoon for even cooking.
- Drain and Season:
- Transfer the fried beans to the prepared baking sheet. Lightly season with coarse salt while still hot.
Enjoy these crispy, panko-protected long beans as a delicious and fun snack, inspired by Fear’s culinary adventures!
Get Ready for the Fun!
With these activities and recipes, you’re all set for a fun-filled countdown to Inside Out. To grab the supplies you need for your movie night, check out my Amazon affiliate link here. Happy movie-watching and cooking!