QUICK & HEALTHY AFTER SCHOOL SNACKS THAT KIDS WILL LOVE
I can’t possibly count the number of times I’ve turned to the glorious Internet for healthy snack inspiration. I’ve come home nearly every day after school finding myself craving a snack. And, a few years ago, the first place my mind went was “Nutella and Ritz crackers.” Luckily, I’ve come to my senses and now know how toxic those foods are. Now, I enjoy eating healthier snacks that not only taste just as good, but also keep my energy up… unlike what I used to eat. I thought to myself, enough is enough. I have to create my own healthy snack page because, I’ve gotten go good at knowing what’s healthy and what’s not when it comes to snacking. Why not share the ideas with others?
I’ve put together a list of healthy AND delicious snacks (both homemade and store bought) that are easy to make and affordable!
whole wheat toast with peanut butter, honey, banana slices & granola
apple with peanut butter & granola
yogurt parfait (plain greek yogurt, berries & granola)
make your own trailmix (peanuts, almonds, pecans, dark chocolate & raisins)
popcorn (try air popped!)
optional additions: try my healthy coconut dark chocolate popcorn!
whole wheat toast with peanut butter, strawberries & chia seeds
cereal with almond milk & blueberries
crackers & guacamole (Try Mary’s seeded crackers or Raincoast crisps)
ants on a log
toast with avocado, feta & black pepper
dates stuffed with peanut butter & cacao nibs
granola bar (try Kind, Larabars or Kashi granola bars)
granola with almond milk, banana slices & berries
coconut whipped cream with berries & nuts
strawberry banana oatmeal smoothie
If you have more time: (or make the night before, waiting for you when you get home)
- Coconut dark chocolate popcorn
- Healthy Nutella (Try on a piece of toast or on strawberries or bananas)
- Brownie bowls
- Blueberry muffins
- Banana bread
- Chocolate-Dipped strawberries
- Peanut butter chocolate chip oatmeal bars
- Sweet potato chips (dip in hummus, fresh salsa, guacamole or fresh avocado)
- Chocolate chip cookie drops
AND CHECK OUT THESE OTHER PAGES:
Healthy Snack Ideas
Healthy Workout Snacks
Creative & Healthy Breakfast Ideas