As soon as the kids arrive home from school, it might be difficult to come up with nutritious snacks that will keep them satiated until dinnertime. Whether you create a batch of snacks ahead of time and store them for when the kids are hungry, or assemble them in a flash after school, these budget-friendly ideas are simple and fast to put together. Never fear, the tiny ones will soon be bursting with boundless energy once again!
If you're purchasing pre-packaged snacks, the NHS recommends that you search for 100-calorie snacks that you may have no more than twice a day. Kids may, of course, eat as much fruit and vegetables as they like between meals, and it is not essential to monitor calories while making homemade foods - just keep an eye on your child's total salt, sugar, and fat consumption, and try to keep their diet balanced throughout the day. Recipes that may be enjoyed as part of a typical, well-balanced diet are included in this section.
After School Snacks for Kids
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- 1. Turkey & avocado toast
- 2. Pepper & walnut hummus with veggie dippers
- 3. Fruit skewers in a rainbow of colors
- 4. Almond, raisin & popcorn trail mix
- 5. Apple crunch
- 6. Flapjacks that are more nutritious
- 7. Turkey & pepper pittas
- 8. Biscuits made with cheese and wheatmeal
- 9. Wrap-your-own spring rolls
- 10. Fruitburst muffins
1. Turkey & avocado toast
When it comes to after-school snacks, fresh fruit and vegetables are often the greatest choice, but occasionally children want something more substantial. Toast with turkey and avocado is a tasty and simple snack that is high in energy and low in calories. Although not as inexpensive to purchase, you may want to experiment with other toppings such as smoked salmon, grilled chicken, or ham.
2. Pepper & walnut hummus with veggie dippers
The hero is a bunch of vegetable sticks! Little ones will go crazy for this pepper & walnut hummus with vegetable dippers since it is satisfyingly crunchy and comes with a delicious homemade dip. You may prepare this all-in-one hummus recipe ahead of time, ensuring that there is always some ready to go when they arrive home from work or school.
3. Fruit skewers in a rainbow of colors
Involve the kids in creating these easy rainbow fruit skewers — they'll have a lot of fun putting them together in the correct color arrangement! Utilize whatever fruit you have on hand, and if kids become tired of rainbows, get creative and design fruit faces or creatures instead!
4. Almond, raisin & popcorn trail mix
A batch of nut, raisin, and popcorn trail mix may be made in advance and stored in an airtight container for use as a healthy snack or as part of a child's school lunch box. To keep children under 5 years old safe from choking, always slice the nuts before serving them. If you're bringing this snack to school, make sure to verify the school's policy on nuts before serving it.
5. Apple crunch
Spreading protein-rich peanut butter over a split apple is a simple but effective snack that kids will eat in large quantities. If possible, use a store-bought spread that has no added salt or sugar; alternatively, try your hand at making your own homemade peanut butter or our almond butter recipe from scratch. Depending on your child's preferences, you may simply substitute the apple with sliced bananas, strawberries, celery, or cucumbers, for example.
6. Flapjacks that are more nutritious
When you're craving a sweet treat, these healthy flapjacks will definitely satisfy your need. Some of the higher fat ingredients found in store-bought versions have been substituted, but the dried fruit makes them heavy in sugar, so treat yourself to these once in a while. Half a serving of this nutritious snack, which is filled with oats, nuts, and fruit, should be plenty to satisfy little appetites.
7. Turkey & pepper pittas
Using a little pitta bread filled with vegetables and protein, you can bridge the gap between school and dinner time. We recommend starting with these turkey and pepper pittas, or our recipe for cheese pitta pockets will gratify cheese lovers of all ages.
8. Biscuits made with cheese and wheatmeal
If you start baking these cheddar wheatmeal biscuits on Monday, they'll be gone by Friday. Making these using different-shaped cutters may keep them interesting for younger children; you can serve them with a spread from the pantry or eat them on their own as a snack.
9. Wrap-your-own spring rolls
For those who have a little more time on Saturday and Sunday, get the kids involved and have them wrap their own spring rolls. You can reheat these tasty delights later in the week as you need them. Children will be able to eat the veggies they choose if they are mixed and matched throughout the dish.
10. Fruitburst muffins
They are filled with berries and made with ingredients that are low in fat overall – making them the ideal after-school snack or lunchbox treat to bring to school. They may be frozen for up to one month after baking or stored in an airtight container for up to two days.
