1. Apple & Peanut Butter Sandwiches
Ingredients:
1 apple (sliced into rounds)
2 tbsp natural peanut butter
1 tbsp granola (optional)
Instructions:
1. Slice the apple into round pieces and remove the core.
2. Spread peanut butter on one slice, sprinkle granola, and top with another slice.
3. Enjoy a crunchy, protein-packed snack!
2. Veggie Sticks with Hummus
Ingredients:
Carrot sticks
Cucumber sticks
Bell pepper strips
½ cup hummus
Instructions:
1. Wash and slice vegetables into sticks.
2. Place in a snack box with a small cup of hummus.
3. A colorful, vitamin-rich snack for school.
3. Greek Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients:
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp granola
¼ cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Instructions:
1. Layer yogurt, berries, and granola in a small jar.
2. Store in the fridge until ready to pack.
3. A protein-rich snack that feels like a dessert!
4. Energy Bites (No-Bake)
Ingredients:
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup dark chocolate chips
2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Instructions:
1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
2. Roll into small bite-sized balls.
3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
5. Mini Wrap Roll-Ups
Ingredients:
Whole wheat tortilla
2 slices turkey or chicken breast
1 slice cheese
Lettuce leaves
Instructions:
1. Layer tortilla with turkey, cheese, and lettuce.
2. Roll tightly and cut into small bite-sized rolls.
3. Pack with a fruit for a balanced snack
Tip for parents:
Pack snacks in small containers or bento boxes to keep them fun and fresh for kids!