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🙂 These 10-minute on-the-go healthy snacks are every parent's BFF

Plus: This 16$ divided containers are a lifesaver!

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Lakshmi Jayanthi
August 16, 2024

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We’re into the second week of school, and least to say, it’s been a whirlwind! My kids’ backpacks are already overflowing, and their schedules are filling up faster than my never-ending to-do list. While I’m keeping up with the dizzying school-related activities, I’m also constantly thinking of how to keep my kids nourished with healthy after-school snacks that don’t take me an entire afternoon to make!

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On-the-Go Easy Snack Recipes

To save you some time (because we could all use more of that!), I've rounded up some of my favorite on-the-go snacks that are sneakily delicious and nutritious

Call anything a “cookie” and kids will at least be open to eating it! These easy, grab-and-go oatmeal breakfast cookies are sweetened only with honey and a bit of applesauce. They're great for breakfast and after-school snacking. Plus, they're so tasty the kids won't realize they're eating something healthy!

Seven-ingredient granola bars that taste just like a raw brownie? Yes, please! No baking required besides toasting the nuts and oats — and that step is optional. Simple, naturally sweetened, and so delicious, these are a hit in our house.

These peanut butter energy balls only take about 10 minutes to make, and they're packed with protein to keep the kids going through their afternoon activities. My boys think they're getting a treat, but I know they're fueling up with good stuff!

These tender, wholesome cookies have a light, fluffy texture that the kids adore. They're not too sweet, rich with almond butter flavor, and studded with chunks of dark chocolate. The best part? They're made in just one bowl for easy clean-up!

Mom Hack of the Month

Divided containers are a lifesaver in our house. My younger son hates it when his snacks tumble together in a box (I mean, who likes strawberries covered in boiled eggs? 😜). These containers are perfect for creating snack “bento boxes” with a variety of options. I like to include a protein (hard-boiled egg or cubes of cheese), a veggie (carrot sticks or cucumber slices), a fruit, and a small treat. It keeps things interesting and ensures they’re getting a good mix of nutrients.

Got any go-to snack recipes your kids love? Share them with me! I'm always looking for new ideas to keep things fresh in our snack rotation.

And Speaking of Snacks...

While we’re on the topic of keeping our kids well-fed and happy, and for those of you with little ones just starting their snacking journey, our friends at Little Bellies have some fantastic options. They've mastered the art of making snack time both nutritious and fun for our tiniest eaters. Check out what they have to offer 👇🏽👇🏽

Natural and fun ways to make snack time easier!

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