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    45+ Back to School Snacks

    [published_or_updated] · by Angela Paris · Leave a Comment[affiliate_disclosure]

    School is in session! Time to think about Back to School Snacks, but don't worry - we've got more than 45 amazing recipes for you!

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    • Best Lunch Box Snacks
    • Best Afterschool Snacks
    • Back to School Freebies
    • More Back to School Ideas
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    You'll love this collection of healthy snacks and afterschool snacks perfect for kids of all ages!

    Back-to-school season doesn't mean you have to be tearing your hair out with what to put in those lunch boxes.

    Best Lunch Box Snacks

    Close up image of a hand holding an oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip balls.

    Chocolate Chip No Bake Energy Balls | Juggling Act Mama

    Packed with pecans and almonds, creamy peanut butter, and chia seeds, this snack could be called protein bombs!

    The kids will be fooled by the mini chocolate chips and have no idea they're full of healthy fat!

    How to make chocolate hummus.

    Chocolate Hummus Recipe | Juggling Act Mama

    Tuck a little container of this delicious chocolate hummus into your child's lunchbox and get ready to be the best mom ever!

    Add fresh fruit like strawberries and apples for dipping. Pretzels, homemade pita chips, and crackers are great, too.

    Two rolls of mango fruit leather on a white countertop.

    Mango Fruit Leather | Juggling Act Mama

    Homemade fruit leather is so much healthier than the store-bought version.

    Use this method to make different flavors like peach, or strawberry. It's an easy way to get more nutrition into your kids.

    Coconut Energy Balls with Chocolate on a plate with a fork.

    Coconut Energy Balls | Juggling Act Mama

    If you have a kiddo that loves chocolate and coconut, this recipe is for you.

    These are the perfect snack in between school and after-school activities.

    Healthy Homemade Granola Bars

    Healthy Homemade Granola Bars | Juggling Act Mama

    When it comes to healthy snacks, homemade granola bars are where it's at!

    With dried blueberries and cranberries, pecans, and honey, these easy granola bars are a delicious and healthy snack any time of day.

    Close up of a Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffin on a napkin.

    Cinnamon Banana Bread Muffins | Juggling Act Mama

    Homemade banana bread muffins are an easy healthy snack (or breakfast) that you can tuck into your kid's lunchbox.

    It's a great way to sneak some fruit into them!

    Ranch Pretzels | Julie's Eats & Treats

    Ranch Pretzels | Julie's Eats & Treats

    This might be one of the best easy recipes! You only need 10 minutes and 6 ingredients to prep this quick and easy snack!

    These are great for game day, too.

    Easy Cucumber Sushi for Kids | Raising Whasians

    Easy Cucumber Sushi for Kids | Raising Whasians

    Don't worry, I'm not suggesting you send raw fish to school! This snack is perfect for your child's lunch bag.

    Grab your kiddos' favorite deli meat and some fresh cucumbers to make these fun faux sushi snacks!

    Baked Apple Chips | Dinner Mom

    Baked Apple Chips | Dinner Mom

    Not only are apple chips delicious, they're a great healthy snack, too.

    No fancy equipment is needed, this 2-ingredient snack is made right in the oven!

    Healthy Homemade Fruit Snacks | Joy Food Sunshine

    Healthy Homemade Fruit Snacks | Joy Food Sunshine

    Forget the sugary store-bought fruit snacks and make your own! This recipe pairs gelatin with fresh fruit like grapes and strawberries and veggies like carrots and beets for healthy snacks that taste great.

    Air Fryer Kale Chips

    Air Fryer Kale Chips | My Sequined Life

    Crisp and airy kale chips are a cinch to make in the air fryer! With lots of different seasoning options, this healthy homemade snack is less expensive than store-bought options.

    Energy Boosting Trail Mix in a bowl.

    Energy Boosting Trail Mix | Kristine's Kitchen

    This is one of the easiest snack recipes! With loads of nuts, it's a great source of protein.

    You can add other favorites like pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.

    Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas | A Cedar Spoon

    Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas | A Cedar Spoon

    If you're looking for a gluten free and vegan snack, these crispy chickpeas are for you.

    Add your favorite seasoning like ranch or apple pie spice for additional flavor.

    You can also add these to your favorite trail mix.

    Healthy Date Bars Recipe

    Healthy Date Bars Recipe | Greedy Eats

    Medjool dates and mixed nuts make these delicious protein-packed snack bars perfect snack time at school.

    Air Fryer Banana Chips | TropRockin

    Air Fryer Banana Chips | TropRockin

    Why give your little one potato chips when you can give them healthy banana chips instead?

    I love that these are quick to make. And, they taste great with our chocolate hummus, too!

    Trail Mix with Dark Chocolate | Haute & Healthy Living

    Trail Mix with Dark Chocolate | Haute & Healthy Living

    Forget the chocolate pudding cup and pack this fruit and nut trail mix with freeze-dried strawberries instead.

    It's a super easy back to school snack the kids can help make.

    Close up of Oatmeal Fig Bars on a tray.

    Oatmeal Fig Bars | Juggling Act Mama

    Not only is this sweet snack delicious but it's made with wholesome ingredients like oats and dried figs, too!

    You can even make this recipe with gluten-free oats.

    More Lunch Box Snacks

    • LUNCHBOX S'MORES | Dizzy Busy & Hungry
    • CHOCOLATE PROTEIN BARS | Faith Food Fitness
    • HARVEST SWEET POTATO SALSA | Farm Fresh Feasts
    • OATMEAL COOKIE DOUGH BITES (GLUTEN-FREE) | Dessert for Two
    • WHITE CHOCOLATE CEREAL SNACK BARS | Diary of a Recipe Collector
    • TART CHERRY FRUIT LEATHER | Running to the Kitchen

    Best Afterschool Snacks

    Fingers holding Garlic Cheese Bombs.

    Garlic Cheese Bombs | Juggling Act Mama

    Forget the boring cheese stick snack, these delicious rolls are filled with gooey melted cheese!

    It's a great snack for after school when the kids need a pick-me-up.

    Even picky eaters will love this one!

    Bite-Sized Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza Puffs | The Kitchen is My Playground

    Bite-Sized Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza Puffs | The Kitchen is My Playground

    This might not be what you think of when you're looking for easy snack ideas, but trust me, you're going to love them - and so will the kids!

    Pretzel Bites

    Pretzel Bites | Juggling Act Mama

    These semi-homemade pretzel bites are one of my favorite things to make for my family - any time of year!

    They make a great after-school snack for you and the kids.

    ham and cheese cracker sandwiches.

    Ham and Cheese Mini Cracker Sandwiches | Mom's Test Kitchen

    When it comes to simple ideas for snacks, you can't go wrong with the classics.

    Take your cheese and cracker game up a notch with these fun mini sandwiches!

    Apple Nachos Recipe | The Schmidty Wife

    Apple Nachos Recipe | The Schmidty Wife

    With simple ingredients you already have at home you can make these super fun Apple Nachos for the best after school snack ever! You can even customize them for your family.

    Also, be sure to try our peanut butter and caramel apple dip!

    Frozen Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bark | Freezer Foodie

    Frozen Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bark | Freezer Foodie

    This Greek yogurt bark with berries and cereal is a delicious and sweet afterschool snack that feels like a treat but is healthy, too!

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    More Back-to-School Snacks

    If you're still looking for more school snack ideas, check out these links:

    • QUINOA PIZZA BITES | Jessica in the Kitchen
    •  QUICK & EASY FROZEN PEANUT BUTTER SNACK SQUARES | Renee's Kitchen Adventures
    • FUNFETTI RICE KRISPIES TREAT FRUIT KABOBS | Mom on Timeout
    • STRAWBERRY COOKIES & CREAM MUDDY BUDDIES | Simple Southern Baking
    •  HOMEMADE RITZ CRACKERS | Cupcake Project
    • CHOCOLATE CHERRY ENERGY BITES | Amy's Healthy Baking
    • PALEO LEMON BLUEBERRY MUFFINS | Lexi's Clean Kitchen
    • SAMOA PRETZEL STICKS | Life Love & Sugar
    • CHEWY CHOCOLATE, COCONUT & PECAN GRANOLA BARS | An Edible Mosaic
    • HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE TEDDY GRAHAMS | Fork & Beans
    • RANCH CHEEZE CRACKERS | Farmer's Wife Rambles
    • WHOLE WHEAT & CHEDDAR MINI CRACKERS | Karen's Kitchen Stories
    • CHERRY DARK CHOCOLATE GRANOLA BARS | From Valerie's Kitchen
    • Close up of homemade mango salsa on a chip.
    • Zucchini Hush Puppies piled in a dish..
    See more Snacks →

    Back to School Freebies

    We know back-to-school season is tough... and expensive! That's why we have these fun and FREE printables we think you'll love:

    First Day of School Interview Printable - the perfect keepsake!

    Book Name Tag Printables - great for keeping track of books and notebooks.

    Meal Planning Printable - save time and money with our meal prep printable.

    45 Back to School Snacks

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