Easy healthy snacks for kids
Looking for healthy, kid-friendly snacks to have on hand throughout the week? These four simple recipes are just what you need! They’re easy to make, packed with protein, made with clean ingredients, and—most importantly—kid approved. I love prepping these snacks at the start of each week so they’re ready whenever my child gets hungry. They’ve become a staple in our home, and I hope they’ll become go-to favorites in your kitchen too!
Healthy HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS
These healthy homemade granola bars are the perfect snack for busy families and snackers of all ages! Made with wholesome pantry staples like rolled oats, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla, they’re easy to throw together and endlessly customizable. Add-ins like flax seeds, chia seeds, or protein powder boost their nutrition, making them a nourishing option whether you’re packing lunches, fueling an afternoon slump, or grabbing a snack on the go. If you’re looking for a quick, healthy, and satisfying snack, these homemade granola bars check all the boxes!
Healthy Homemade Granola Bars
Ingredients
- 3 c. rolled oats organic
- 1/2 c. pure maple syrup
- 3/4 c. nut butter almond butter, peanut butter
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 c. chopped nuts pecans, walnuts, almonds
- 1/2 c. dried fruit raisins, craisins, apricots, dates, coconut
- 2 tbsp. vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/4 c. flaxseed meal
- 2 tbsp. chia seeds
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 c. protein powder
- 1/4 c. chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients in a large bowl and mix until fully incorporated.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8" baking dish with parchment paper.
- Place the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down with spatula until the mixture is evenly dispersed and smooth on top.
- Bake in the oven for 15-17 minutes. Let the granola bars cool completely before removing from the baking dish.
- Remove the parchment paper with granola bars and set onto a flat surface. Cut into 12 pieces.
- Wrap with parchment paper, if desired, or store granola bars in an airtight container for one week. Enjoy!
EASY Organic Healthy GUMMIES
Looking for an easy, healthy gummy recipe without all the artificial dyes and added sugars? These homemade gummies are just what you need! Made with only two simple ingredients, they’re naturally sweetened with organic fruit juice—no refined sugar needed. Not only do they taste delicious, but they’re also gut-friendly and packed with protein thanks to the addition of high-quality gelatin. These gummies are the perfect wholesome treat for kids and adults alike!
Easy Organic Healthy Gummies
Ingredients
- 4 c. organic fruit juice
- 1/4 c. organic, unflavored gelatin powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, measure 1 cups of organic fruit juice and sprinkle 1/4 cup unflavored gelatin powder over the top of the juice. Let the gelatin bloom for 5 minutes.
- While the gelatin is blooming, heat the remaining 3 cups of organic fruit juice in a small saucepan over low-medium heat until warm, then turn off heat.
- Once the gelatin has bloomed (appears lumpy and powder has dissolved into fruit juice), stir the bloomed gelatin to combine.
- Add the gelatin powder to the saucepan and stir until completely dissolved into the juice.
- Pour into heart-shaped molds. (If you do not have molds, prepare an 8×8" glass dish with coconut oil and pour mixture into the dish.)
- Place the molds or glass dish into the fridge for 4 hours until the gummies have set.
- Once set, remove from the molds or slice the gummies in the dish before removing. Store in the fridge for one week and enjoy!
EASY HEALTHy Protein Balls
These healthy homemade protein balls are the perfect feel-good treat for the whole family! They’re quick and easy to make using pantry staples like rolled oats, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla. Customize them with your favorite add-ins like flax seeds, chia seeds, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, or dried fruit for a snack that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. Whether you need a kid-friendly snack, an afternoon energy boost, or a grab-and-go option for busy days, these wholesome protein balls have you covered!
Easy Healthy Protein Balls
Ingredients
- 1 c. organic sprouted rolled oats
- 1/2 c. ground flax seed
- 1/2 c. shredded coconut
- 1/2 c. chocolate chips or dried fruit
- 3/4 c. nut butter
- 1/3 c. honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and mix together in a large bowl.
- Roll into 24 balls and place in container.
- Let the protein balls chill in the refrigerator for one hour.
- Store in the refrigerator and enjoy!
EASY Sourdough Discard Crackers
Looking for an easy, homemade cracker without preservatives, added sugars, or seed oils? These simple sourdough discard crackers are just what you need! Made with just three wholesome ingredients—sourdough discard, organic flour, and olive oil—these crackers are naturally preserved with a touch of sea salt and couldn’t be easier to make. Perfect for batching in bulk, they’re a delicious, crunchy way to use up discard and keep healthy snacks on hand.
EASY SOURDOUGH DISCARD CRACKERS
Ingredients
- 275 g sourdough starter
- 150 g all-purpose flour
- 75 g extra virgin olive oil
- 5 g sea salt
- olive oil for brushing
- flaky sea salt for sprinkling
- optional: herbs & seasonings
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sourdough starter, flour, olive oil and salt. If you would like to add flavor to your crackers, add approximately one teaspoon of dried herbs or seasonings at this time.
- With your hands, knead the dough until it’s well combined and forms into a ball.
- Divide the dough in half and press each part into a rectangular-shaped disc. Cover each disc with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for about an hour to chill.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove each disc from the refrigerator and lightly flour each side. Place the discs onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Roll out each rectangular disc into a large rectangle using a rolling pin. If you would like crispy crackers, roll out the dough to be as thin as possible, until the dough is almost translucent.
- With a bench scraper, pizza cutter, ravioli cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into equal size pieces.
- With a toothpick or fork, prick holes in the crackers to avoid large bubbles when baking.
- Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the dough with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Bake for 28-30 minutes, rotating the baking sheets halfway through the time for an even bake.
- Let the crackers completely cool before eating and enjoy!
