We’ve found the best snacks for school that your kids will love! It’s safe to say, you will also love taking these quick and easy snacks to work with you! The best part? Most are considered healthy back to school snack options!
We found the absolute best snacks for after school and put them all in one place! Even if you have picky eater, we know you’ll find some great ideas in this roundup of recipes! We’ve also put together a roundup of our favorite back to school lunches here!
Pack Your Snacks in Style!
We love these grab-and-go options to packing your snacks! They’re super convenient and reusable!
- Collapsable Silicone Containers
- LunchBots Thermos
- Stasher Bags (like a resealable ziplock)
- Everest Cooler Lunchbox
25+ Quick & Healthy School Snacks
We've found the best snacks for school that your kids will love! It's safe to say, you will also love taking these quick and easy snacks to work with you! The best part? Most are considered healthy back to school snack options!
Avoiding grains and dairy? Make these Paleo Blueberry Muffins for breakfast or snacks! These muffins are naturally sweetened and made without almond flour, and are completely dairy free as well.
10 Minute Prep; 20 Minute Cook Time
Enjoy some delicious glazed chocolate donuts without breaking your diet! Our chocolate protein donuts only look sinful, they’re made with healthy ingredients, are high in protein, and are dairy free, gluten free, and soy free!
10 Minute Prep; 15 Minute Cook Time
These No-Bake Energy Bites are such a great school snack idea! They're super convenient, portable and even low calorie!
15 Minute Prep
These Homemade Pineapple Energy balls are gluten free, vegan, and paleo friendly. Plus, they make the perfect on the go healthy snack!
5 Minute Prep
These nut-free, no-bake apple oat energy bites taste like apple pie but are loaded with nutrients and contain no added sugar! Make up a batch ahead of time for a quick and easy snack on the go! {nut-free, gluten-free & vegan}
15 Minute Prep
This citrus smoothie packs a ton of vitamin C with oranges, strawberries, peaches, and pineapple! It tastes great too!
5 Minute Prep
This single serving recipe is perfect if you or your kids are craving a sweet treat! It's super quick to make, and you can even double or triple the recipe if needed.
10 Minute Prep
The best chocolate chip banana bread recipe that is ready in just 10 minutes! You'll love how moist and sweet this bread is!
10 Minute Prep
These No Bake Granola Bars are jam packed with goodness and couldn't be easier to make. There's a date base which keeps it all together and wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, almonds, and oats. There's no need to buy store bought bars again once you make these. Totally portable, they make for a busy morning breakfast or afternoon snack. You're going to love these!
5 Minute Prep
If you've not heard of Beachbody's Daily Sunshine Smoothie for kids, you definitely should check it out! We love that it contains no artificial flavors or sweeteners, and it's packed with fruits and vegetables. We like it as a smoothie usually, but this fruit dip is also a great after school snack or lunch side!
5 Minute Prep
Our Pumpkin Spice Bites are so creamy and satisfying! They also contain no dairy or gluten!
10 Minute Prep
We're obsessed with these mini chicken quesadillas, and your kids will be too! They're the perfect size and clean up is super easy!
10 Minute Prep
Mix up a batch of these Healthier Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars in minutes! Made with oat flour and sweetened with honey (plus some chocolate chips for texture and a little sweetness!). This snack is great for a mid-afternoon treat that is guilt free.
10 Minute Prep
These pizza pinwheels are an absolute hit as an after school snack. They’re easy to prepare and simple to customize with your favorite ingredients. They also freeze beautifully, so you can make ahead.
10 Minute Prep
This tasty peanut butter and chocolate snack takes just five minutes to make and are so filling, you can even eat them for lunch!
10 Minute Prep
Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Muffins are made with old fashioned oats, overripe bananas, fresh strawberries, cinnamon, and basic baking ingredients.
15 Minute Prep
Do you like DORITOS but want a healthier option? Try this Dorito Popcorn Recipe to get the flavor of Doritos, but without the chemical topping!
5 Minute Prep
These tasty, protein-packed brownie bites are a perfect after-school snack! They’re easy and fast to make and will keep the Littles out of the kitchen until dinner time.
15 Minute Prep
These Chocolate Cherry Granola Cups are the perfect bite for when you want something sweet. Smooth dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate cups are topped with crunchy granola and dried cherries. With no oven needed and ready in minutes, these cups make a delicious dessert or snack!
25 Minute Prep
These easy, no-bake homemade granola bars will have you and your kids absolutely delighted. They taste so much better than the store-bought kind, and they are made with simple ingredients.
10 Minute Prep
These baked Cinnamon Apple Chips will hit the spot. They’re sweet, crunchy, and totally guilt-free.
10 Minute Prep
Tortilla Rollups w/ dairy free cream cheese and fresh raw vegetables make the perfect appetizer, snack or light lunch. Perfect finger food for kids too!
15 Minute Prep
Healthy, versatile, and totally adaptable, nothing curbs a crunch craving quite like a healthy trail mix recipe. You’ll love this sweet and salty version!
10 Minute Prep
This is like a healthy take on one of our favorite snacks from childhood - Dunk a Roos!
5 Minute Prep
We love this parfait for a sweet treat that is healthier than ice cream!
5 Minute Prep
We love these sandwiches because they're a fun way to mix up lunch or your after school snacks!
10 Minute Prep
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If you, your child, or your child’s school requires allergy-friendly snacks, we have a great list of store-bought and homemade ideas as well!
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That wraps up a few of our favorite snacks for school! What’s on your meal plan this week? Also – don’t forget – we have: healthy breakfasts, lunches, snacks and desserts all ready for you to try!
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All of these healthy snacks look SO good! Perfect for the kiddos for back to school, picnics or that mid afternoon snack when the hunger bug strikes :) Thank you very much for including my no bake granola bars…much appreciated!