August 17, 2018
Quick After School Snacks
Now that school is back in session its time to load up on quick and easy back to school snacks. It’s easy to tell when school is back in gear. We see the first day pics of smiling kiddos on our social media feeds, we pause for the yellow school buses as they pick up and drop off, the school supply section in stores have turned into almost-empty boxes, and the traffic……well, to say it picks up is an understatement.
If you are a busy parent trying to juggle it all, the following is just for you! Here are 10 snack ideas to make your life easier and your little ones healthier. Click here for the full recipes and for more snack ideas.
- Mini Zucchini Pizzas: This snack is sure to satisfy your family’s pizza craving but is much better for you- and your kids will love the miniature size!
- Double-Berry Quick Bread: This easy bread is perfect for those mornings when you don’t have time to sit and eat breakfast at the table. Grab it to go and eat it in the car!
- Homemade Peanut Butter: What household with young kids DOESN’T go through a ton of peanut butter? Did you know it’s pretty simple to make yourself? It’s tastier, cheaper, and you know exactly what’s in it!
- Berry Smoothie Bowl: Your kids will think you’re the best because they’ll think they are getting dessert. What they don’t know won’t hurt them! This smoothie bowl is chock full of fruits, nuts and nutrients and is super versatile- add whatever your kids like or whatever is in season!
- Cheesy Cauliflower Bread Sticks: You’ve been living under a rock if you haven’t heard of the recent cauliflower trend. Replace your bread with cauliflower and cover it with cheese- what kid would deny it?! Serve with a side of marinara for dipping and you’ve got yourself a winning snack full of veggies!
- Orange Berry Yogurt Muffins: These are the perfect snack to make ahead of time and a go-to for many meal preppers because they freeze and reheat beautifully. Have them for breakfast or an after school snack!
- Elvis Banana Bread: Most people always have bananas on hand yet rarely eat them all before they get too ripe. Here is the perfect (and most delicious) solution for that problem!
- Mango Guacamole: This tropical twist on your standard guacamole your family will love because of the added sweetness.
- Chicken Bacon Roll Ups: Another way to resourcefully use leftovers- roll them up in a tortilla and cut them up in bite sized pieces! These would be great in your kids’ lunch boxes as well.
- Asian Wraps: Skip ordering out- grab some rice paper next time you’re out and make fresh spring rolls yourself! You could follow a recipe or make them sweep-the-kitchen-style by adding whatever veggies you have on hand and need to get rid of.
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