Discover a variety of healthy snacks for kids to keep your little ones happy and energized throughout the day. From easy-to-make recipes to kid-approved favorites, these perfect snack ideas are both fun and wholesome!
From Crunchy to Sweet: Healthy Snacks for Kids They’ll Love!
Cinnamon Roasted Almonds
Recipe by Natalie’s Health
Ready in ~ Prep: 5 mins, Roast: 20 mins
Yields ~ 10 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ These crunchy, flavorful almonds, coated with coconut sugar and cayenne pepper, are easy to make and irresistibly tasty!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 191kcal
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 11g
Almond Joy Energy Bites
Recipe by Minimalist Baker
Ready in ~ 1 hour
Yields ~ 15 bites
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Made with just 6 simple ingredients, these delicious and guilt-free energy bites are quick to prepare and will soon become your go-to snack!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 168kcal
Protein: 3.5g
Carbs: 18.7g
Spicy Trail Mix with Roasted Chickpeas
Recipe by Salted Plains
Ready in ~ Prep: 5 mins, Cook: 30 mins
Yields ~ 20 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A satisfying and nutritious snack made with a medley of nuts, seeds, and roasted chickpeas, offering a kick of heat and crunch. It’s irresistibly delicious and addictively good!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 173kcal
Protein: 5g
Carbs: 9g
Cookie Dough Protein Balls
Recipe by Well Plated
Ready in ~ 10 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Satisfy your kids’ sweet tooth with these irresistible and protein-packed Cookie Dough Protein Balls! Easy to prepare and perfect for a healthy snack!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 124kcal
Protein: 7g
Carbs: 8g
Healthy Homemade Fruit Snacks (with veggies!)
Recipe for Dessert For Two
Ready in ~ Prep: 20 mins, Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 75 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A delicious and nutritious way to enjoy fruits and sneak in veggies in snacks. Ideal for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or satisfying sweet cravings!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 14kcal
Protein: 1g
Carbs: 2g
Healthy Black Bean Brownies
Recipe by Joy Food Sunshine
Ready in ~ Prep: 5 mins, Cook: 25 mins
Yields ~ 9 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Little ones will enjoy these deliciously fudgy black bean brownies! They’re not just a treat for your taste buds but also packed with protein and fiber.
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 198kcal
Protein: 4.3g
Carbs: 22g
Healthy Banana Split
Recipe by This Healthy Split
Ready in ~ 10 mins
Yields ~ 1-2 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A healthy twist on a classic favorite! Made with wholesome fresh fruits, creamy yogurt, and a drizzle of natural sweeteners, it’s perfect for a fun, tasty snack or even breakfast!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 455kcal
Protein: 99g
Carbs: 20g
Healthy Nut Bark
Recipe by Chelsea’s Messy Apron
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 25 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A crunchy, sweet treat made with a mix of your favorite nuts, seeds, and a salted honey coating, drizzled with melted chocolate. Kids will love it as a snack, dessert, or even a quick energy boost!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 212kcal
Protein: 2.8g
Carbs: 14.6g
Chocolate Protein Cookies
Recipe by Purely Kaylie
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Vegan, gluten-free, and secretly healthy, these protein-packed cookies are made with wholesome ingredients. They’re not just tasty but also nutritious, easy to make, and can be prepared in one bowl!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 310kcal
Protein: 16g
Carbs: 16g
Healthy Apple Nachos
Recipe by Simple Veganista
Ready in ~ 5 mins
Yields ~ 1-2 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ These delicious and healthy snacks are made with fresh apple slices drizzled with natural nut butter and topped with chocolate chips, shredded coconut, slivered almonds, and cinnamon. Perfect for an after-school snack or a guilt-free dessert!
Nutritional Info for 2 servings
Calories: 357kcal
Protein: 8.6g
Carbs: 42.9g
Healthy Protein Banana Bread
Recipe by Eat with Clarity
Ready in ~ Prep Time: 10 mins, Cook Time: 1 hr
Yields ~ 10 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ This protein banana bread is made with protein from Greek yogurt, eggs, and protein powder, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Moist, gluten-free, and easy to make!
Nutritional Info for Per Slice
Calories: 288 kcal
Protein: 12g
Carbohydrates: 33g
High Protein Banana Split Dilly Bars
Recipe by Healthy Little Peach
Ready in ~ Prep: 9 mins, Chill: 4 hr
Yields ~ 12 small bars
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A healthier copycat of Dairy Queen’s famous ice cream bar, made with protein-rich ingredients like Greek yogurt, nuts, and fresh fruits. Easy to make and irresistibly good!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 145kcal
Protein: 5g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Healthy Baked Plantain Chips (Paleo)
Recipe by Eat The Gains
Ready in ~ Prep: 5 mins, Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 2 cups
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Deliciously crispy, Paleo-friendly, and better than store-bought, these chips are made from ripe plantains, oil, and salt. Perfect for snacking!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 135kcal
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Healthy Energy Bars
Recipe by Chelsea’s Messy Apron
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins, Chill: 1 hour
Yields ~ 24 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ No baking required and with just five ingredients, these energy bars are easy to make and loaded with protein and fiber. A healthy treat for any time of the day!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 160kcal
Protein: 4.1g
Carbs: 20.3g
Vegan + GF Chocolate Mug Cake
Recipe by Purely Kaylie
Ready in ~ 5 mins
Yields ~ 1 mug cake
Why Kids Will Love It ~ This ultra-fudgy, super moist, and perfectly sweet Chocolate Mug Cake is made with wholesome, plant-based ingredients for a warm, gooey treat. Plus, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and requires just 5 minutes to make!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 460kcal
Protein: 13g
Carbs: 71g
Homemade Veggie Tots with Cauliflower
Recipe by Yoko’s Kitchen
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins, Cook: 20 mins
Yields ~ 2 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ These low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free Homemade Veggie Tots are a healthier alternative to the classic. They’re a nutritious and satisfying crunchy treat, making it easy to sneak more veggies into your diet. Perfect for both kids and adults!
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Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 167kcal
Protein: 7g
Carbs: 20g
Rainbow Fruit Skewers
Recipe by Ambitious Kitchen
Ready in ~ 20 mins
Yields ~ 6 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Made with five different fresh fruits, these rainbow skewers are as fun to make as they are to eat. They’re an easy and healthy treat, perfect for enjoying a variety of fruits on one delicious stick!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 168kcal
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 27g
Healthy Banana Bread Donuts
Recipe by Eat with Clarity
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 6 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A nutritious twist on classic donuts! Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, gluten-free flour, and coconut sugar, they’re perfect for a delicious and healthy snack to satisfy your kids’ sweet cravings!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 325kcal
Protein: 5g
Carbs: 38g
Healthy Fruit Cones
Recipe by Healthy Little Peach
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins
Yields ~ 4 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A healthy, fruity snack made with a colorful mix of fresh fruits and berries, topped with fresh whipped cream and mini chocolate chips. It’s a fun and nutritious way to enjoy fruits in a single, delicious serving!
Nutritional Info for 1 serving
Calories: 217kcal
Protein: 3.4g
Carbs: 38g
Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
Recipe by The Simple Veganista
Ready in ~ Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 10 mins
Yields ~ 24 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A deliciously nutty and healthy treat that is dairy-free, oil-free, egg-free, and refined sugar-free! Plus, it requires just three ingredients!
Nutritional Info for 2 cookies
Calories: 271kcal
Protein: 7.4g
Carbs: 17g
Healthy Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats
Recipe by Feasting on Fruits
Ready in ~ Prep: 20 mins, Chill: 3 hours
Yields ~ 12 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A healthier rice crispy treat made with Medjool dates instead of marshmallows, lightly sweetened, and easy to make. Kids will enjoy the crispy, chocolaty goodness without any of the guilt!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 263kcal
Protein: 5g
Carbs: 32g
Sweet Potato Truffles
Recipe by Yoko’s Kitchen
Ready in ~ Prep: 15 mins, Cook: 1 hr 10 mins
Yields ~ 8 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Made by combining creamy mashed Japanese sweet potato puree with tahini and cacao powder, this easy-to-make, fudgy, antioxidant-rich treat is a perfect healthy snack for kids!
Granola Crunch Apple-PB Sandwich Wraps
Recipe by Two Healthy Kitchen
Ready in ~ 5 mins
Yields ~ 1 serving
Why Kids Will Love It ~ These easy-to-make and crunchy wraps are full of nutrient-rich fruits, whole grains, and lots of protein. The kids will absolutely love the sweet, crunchy, chewy, and creamy flavors!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 294kcal
Protein: 9g
Carbs: 31g
Coconut Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie (with sneaky veggies)
Recipe by Ambitious Kitchen
Ready in ~ 10 mins
Yields ~ 1 serving
Why Kids Will Love It ~ Sneak in veggies from zucchini and cauliflower in this chocolaty smoothie to add a nutritious boost to your kid’s snack. Enjoy creamy, chocolatey goodness with an extra dose of veggies!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 440cal
Protein: 12.8g
Carbs: 52.1g
Ham and Cheese Rollups
Recipe by Kids Activity Zone
Ready in ~ 30 mins
Yields ~ 45-50 servings
Why Kids Will Love It ~ A quick and easy snack or lunch that the kids will love! It’s a tasty, wholesome option for any time of the day!
Nutritional Info
Calories: 56kcal
Protein: 1g
Carbs: 3g
And there you have it – easy healthy snacks for kids for you to try!
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