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These snack ideas for adults (and kids) are perfect for a quick bite to eat! You'll never go hungry if you keep your kitchen stocked with healthy snack options.
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27 Homemade Snack Recipes
27 Fruit Snack Ideas
16 Veggie Snack Ideas
9 Whole-Grain Snack Ideas
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11 Nut and Seed Snack Ideas

Skip the potato chips, cookies, fruit snacks, graham crackers, and candy. If you’re in a rut, here are some quick “real food” snack ideas for inspiration! Perfect for running out the door, the afternoon slump, after-school, or anytime hunger strikes.

Sticking with simple wholesome ingredients keeps snack time easy and fun. Most of these ideas can also be used for healthy breakfasts, too! If you have kids, have them go through this list with you so they can pick out their favorite snack food (don't miss my Printable List of Snack Ideas so you can have them circle their favorites).

Whether it’s fiber rich healthy snacks to fill you up or protein packed bites to give you the energy to power through your day, you’ll be able to enjoy these recipes without sacrificing on taste!

Simple Go-To Snacks to Have in the House

I like to have a variety of different kinds of healthy snacks on hand to cover any situation.

  • Fresh cut up fruit and veggies
  • Baked goods (fresh and in the freezer)
  • Homemade snacks
  • Store-bought healthy snacks
  • Healthy packaged snacks (for grab and go convenience)

The "Healthy Snack Ideas 'Recipe'" below lists some of the more popular staples at my house, so is a great place to start.

collage of snack ideas

90 Healthy Snack Ideas

These snack ideas for adults (and kids) are perfect for a quick bite to eat! You'll never go hungry if you keep your kitchen stocked with healthy snack options.
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Ingredients
  

Freezer

  • Whole-wheat Zucchini Bread (see recipe, sliced or made into muffins)
  • Whole-wheat Banana Nut Muffins (see recipe)
  • Frozen fruit (like pineapple and mango, for smoothies)
  • Frozen peas (for snacking)

Fridge

  • Power Balls (see recipe)
  • Deviled eggs (see recipe)
  • Smoothies (see recipes)
  • Plain whole-milk yogurt
  • Hummus (clean store-bought or homemade)
  • Cheese (sliced)
  • Raw veggies (like broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, celery)
  • Fresh fruit (like apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, melon, mango)
  • Fresh berries (like blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries)

Pantry

  • Lara Bars (store-bought or homemade)
  • Homemade granola bars (see recipe)
  • Whole-grain pretzels
  • Popcorn
  • Whole grain crackers (like Ak-Mak or Triscuits)
  • Brown rice cakes
  • Trail mix
  • Peanut butter (or sunflower seed butter)
  • Snacking nuts (like peanuts, cashews, or almonds)

Instructions
 

  • Choose your snacks — I've pulled some favorites we keep on hand for this Snack Ideas "Recipe," but I encourage you to browse the entire post and replace them with any ideas that sound good to you. The end goal is to have a variety of snack types on hand to last through the week (or more) for any occasion.
  • Buy ingredients — Once you've got your snack list, add all the ingredients and packaged items to your grocery list. Fortunately if you stick to my suggestions, you'll avoid highly-processed food, including artificial ingredients and dyes (no thanks!).
  • Prep for the week — Make your baked goods first... I highly recommend making double batches and freezing extra for later. If there are any other homemade items on your list, make those as well and store for easy access. Cut up the fresh fruit and veggies and place them in containers. Convenience is key!
  • Share and enjoy — Don't keep your snacks a secret...tell your family what is available so everyone can grab a snack and enjoy when hunger strikes! And bonus, you don't have to feel guilty with these healthy options.

Notes

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27 Homemade Snack Recipes

I like to keep my freezer stocked with muffins for my girls—it’s one of their favorite snacks, so this makes it super convenient for them to pull some out for a quick afternoon snack on their own. Most of these homemade recipes are so quick and easy to make, that even the kids can help out! Check out our Healthy Snack Ideas too!

1. Homemade Powerballs

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Pre-packaged foods aren't just overpriced, but they're often lacking in a lot of the nutrients that really give you the energy to power through your day. To save money and refuel with healthy ingredients, these homemade powerballs are a winner in our house!

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2. Whole-Wheat Toaster Pastries (a.k.a. Pop Tarts!)

Whole Wheat Toaster Pastries Recipe good snack idea

These homemade toaster pastries are for the kid in all of us! (Except, they're a great alternative for those of us who want some healthy snacks homemade). Check out the recipe to see how to make these whole-wheat Pop Tarts that are cheaper and packed with nutritious ingredients!

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SNACK TIP: Making easy, freezer-friendly recipes like these helps you stock up on healthy options when you're craving something you won't have to feel guilty for indulging in!

3. Easy Slow Cooker Boiled Peanuts

Easy Slow Cooker Boiled Peanuts

Bring some homestyle Southern flavor into your daily snacking with this delightful slow cooker boiled peanuts recipe! You can make these ahead of time if you prefer, and take them on-the-go for something satisfying during the workday.

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4. Smoothies or Smoothie Pops

easy healthy snack to make smoothie recipe

Depending on how you choose to make these super customizable smoothies they can be a quick snack or a meal to-go. As far as healthy ideas for snacks go, you can't go wrong with something that uses up any extra fresh greens you've got in the fridge.

Go to Recipe or learn how to make Smoothie Pops

5. Cinnamon Glazed Popcorn

It almost sounds too good to be true, but treating yourself doesn't have to mean going overboard on sugars! These hit the sweetness craving right on the money, and it can easily be used as leftovers for a snack the next day.

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6. Homemade Granola Bars

Granola bars are a healthy tasty snack almost anyone can enjoy, but more often than not they're big bucks at the store! Know what goes into your snacks, and feel good about enjoying these all natural home made granola bars you can make ahead of time.

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7. Homemade "Larabars"

homemade copycat lara bars recipe healthy snack idea

For a healthy tasty snack, these taste even better than the packaged snack itself! Whip up a batch of these chewy, satisfying and incredibly nutritious bars to grad on-the-go, or whenever the craving hits.

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8. Whole-Wheat Banana Nut Muffins

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To satisfy a sweet tooth, try this naturally-sweetened whole wheat banana nut muffin recipe! Perfect for breakfast on-the-go, or even a nutritious snacks recipe you can enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea in the evening.

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9. Whole-Wheat Zucchini Bread (sliced or made into muffins)

This recipe for a satisfying and guilt-free zucchini bread is another clever way to use up any leftover fresh zucchini you've got in the fridge. It's also really easy to convert into a muffin recipe, (all you need is a muffin tray!)

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10. Pecan Maple Breakfast Cookies

Pecan maple breakfast cookies for a healthy adult snack idea

Cookies for breakfast? That's exactly what you get with this recipe for pecan maple cookies! (Don't worry, they're a whole food alternative to traditional cookies). Naturally sweetened, and super flavorful for a light snack.

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11. Easy Cheesy Crackers

Easy Cheesy Crackers recipe for a healthy snacks idea

If crunchy and cheesy are more your preference when reaching for a quick snack, making these easy cheesy crackers could be a lifesaver! They're a much cheaper and healthier alternative to the boxed kind, too.

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12. Whole-Wheat Berry Muffins

If you're still iffy on whole wheat when looking for ideas for a healthy snack, might I recommend these berry muffins? They're a great way to incorporate some natural sugars into your diet to satisfy your midday cravings and sneak some important nutrients in, too!

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SNACK TIP: Frozen fruit like berries are excellent for baking snacks ahead of time. They're more nutrient-dense compared to their fresh counterparts, and relatively cheap, too!

13. Whole-Grain Cornbread

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Whole grain goodness combined with only a few simple ingredients makes these a comfort food snack that isn't just filling, but seriously nutritious! This recipe for whole grain cornbread quickly becomes a muffin recipe you can use as a side or snack to go with your lunch.

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14. Kale Chips

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Kale chips are probably one you've heard of before, but these ones definitely live up to the hype! Make your homemade snacks healthy by starting out with easy recipes like this one that you can grab right out of the pantry when the mood strikes.

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SNACK TIP: Keeping crunchy, salty and healthy alternatives on-hand will make it easier to avoid pre packaged potato chips and replace them with something nutritious!

15. Whole-Wheat Biscuits (good with butter and jelly)

whole wheat biscuits snack ideas for adults

This whole wheat biscuit recipe is so fluffy and satisfying, and delicious served with a smattering of jam or butter. Not only are these biscuits great as a snack, but they're freezer-friendly and great as a side, too.

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16. Buttermilk Cheese Biscuits

Don't be ready to write-off carbs for a healthy tasty snack idea just yet! These buttermilk cheese biscuits stow away into your lunch box perfectly to give you a balanced snack that fills you up with satisfying nutrients and whole food ingredients.

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17. Whole-Wheat “Baked” Donuts

If you've ever had a hard time resisting the temptation of take-out donuts, (you're not alone, trust me!) This recipe for whole wheat baked donuts is a gamechanger! Besides being an absolute hit in our house, they're easy to make ahead of time and freeze to grab when you're in the mood for something sweet on-the-go.

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18. Cinnamon Raisin Yogurt Biscuits

Cinnamon Raisin Yogurt Biscuits recipe for a

The sweet and crave-able flavor of these biscuits is made possible using all whole food ingredients. They're an excellent healthy snack idea choice, but they're also perfect for a quick breakfast with coffee!

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19. Pumpkin Oat Scones

pumpkin oat scone recipe for a yummy healthy snacks

If you don't consider yourself much of a baker, don't worry! These pumpkin oat scones go together quickly and easily, plus they're a great way to enjoy a nutritious and filling whole wheat snack that's also freezer-friendly.

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20. Apple Walnut Muffins

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This recipe for apple walnut muffins checks the box for sweet snack lovers, but did you know they're totally whole food? Made naturally sweet by the fruit itself and a little maple syrup, these muffins are a healthful way to enjoy a snack any time of day.

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21. Zucchini Chips

Looking for yummy healthy snacks that use up some of the extra vegetables in the fridge? Look no further, these zucchini chips were a surprising smash-hit around our table. Better yet, they're super simple to make and very nutritious as a snack!

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22. 6-Ingredient Cereal Bars

It only takes 6 ingredients to make this healthy snack idea that's great as a breakfast with your morning coffee, or something to tide you over in the evening hours. Plus, they're a much healthier alternative to the pre packaged variety!

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23. Roasted Eggplant Chips

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Chips are back on the menu with this crunchy and delicious snack idea that goes well with just about anything! You can whip them up in as little as 15 minutes, and believe it or not, they're only made with 3 natural ingredients.

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24. Roasted Spiced Chickpeas

How to Make Indian Spiced Roasted Chickpeas as a healthy yummy snack idea

These make for an excellent spicy snack option for anyone looking to replace the sodium content of their usual snack foods! They're easy to make, and seriously flavorful as a healthy snack idea you can easily make ahead.

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25. Homemade Snack Bars (Dairy-Free)

Homemade Snack Bars snack idea for adults recipe

If dairy-free snack ideas are a must for you, we've got you covered! These snack bars aren't just homemade, but they're totally dairy-free for lactose-sensitive snackers, and packed with healthful ingredients to help with the 'crunch' craving we're all looking for between the lunch and dinner hours.

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26. Whole-Wheat Pumpkin Bread (sliced or made into muffins)

Delicious whole wheat pumpkin bread muffin recipe healthy snack idea for adults

Who every said healthy ideas for snacks couldn't include some seasonal delights? When the leaves start falling, whip up a batch of freezer-friendly whole wheat pumpkin bread muffins to satisfy your cravings and fuel your day!

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27. Deviled Eggs (without mayo)

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Here’s a real food version of deviled eggs (i.e. sans highly processed store-bought mayo) that would be perfect for snacks, appetizers, or school lunches.

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Three apple slices with peanut butter on them and a side of spiral noodles on a plate for a snack.
Apples with peanut butter and cooked whole wheat pasta

27 Fruit Snack Ideas

Sometimes a piece of fruit can satisfy your sweet tooth without needing to grab a candy bar loaded with added sugar. Plus, having it out on the counter or cut up in containers makes it much more accessible and likely that your family will grab some.

  1. Apple (good with peanut butter, or almond butter)
  2. Applesauce
  3. Avocado (good with soy sauce and brown rice)
  4. Banana (good with peanut butter, or almond butter)
  5. Blueberries (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
  6. Canned Fruit like Mandarin Oranges (Native Forest brand does not use sugary syrups in their cans)
  7. Cantaloupe
  8. Cherries
  9. Dried Apple Rings or Pineapple Rings
  10. Figs (good with goat cheese)
  11. Freeze Dried Fruit (like mango, banana, blueberries or strawberries)
  12. Fruit Leathers
  13. Grapefruit Grapes
  14. Honeydew Melon
  15. Kiwi
  16. Mango
  17. Oranges
  18. Papaya
  19. Peaches (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
  20. Pear
  21. Pineapple
  22. Plums
  23. Raspberries (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
  24. Star Fruit
  25. Strawberries (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
  26. Unsweetened Raisins
  27. Watermelon

16 Vegetable Snack Ideas 

This is a great way to ensure your family is getting an extra dose of veggies in their diet. I like to have raw veggies cut up and easily accessible for my kids, making it even easier for them to grab a healthy snack any time of the day.  If you have a picky eater, try serving your veggies with creamy dips (what kid doesn’t love dipping their food?).

Raw

  1. Broccoli (good with ranch dip)
  2. Carrots (good with hummus or ranch dip)
  3. Cauliflower
  4. Celery Sticks (good with peanut butter and raisins a.k.a. “Ants on a Log”)
  5. Cherry Tomatoes (good with ranch dip)
  6. Cucumber Slices (good with ranch dip)
  7. Edamame (good with soy sauce, or drizzle with a little olive oil + kosher salt)
  8. Frozen Peas (frozen…no cooking necessary!)
  9. Jicama (cut into matchsticks)
  10. Olives
  11. Sugar Snap Peas (good with hummus)
  12. Sliced Bell Peppers (good with hummus or ranch dip)
Ranch dip with celery sticks

Cooked

  1. Frozen Peas (frozen…no cooking necessary!)
  2. Green Beans
  3. Mashed Sweet Potato (good with butter and cinnamon)
  4. Snow Peas

9 Whole-Grain Snack Ideas

There are a lot of great store-bought snack ideas here with whole grains and only a handful of ingredients listed. If you can’t find any at your local grocery store, scroll down to see some homemade healthy snack recipes.

  1. Brown Rice Cakes - check out my post with rice cake topping ideas
  2. Cooked Whole-Grain Noodles (small pasta shapes varieties like rigatoni, penne, farfalle, etc.)
  3. Oatmeal (served warm in a Thermos if sending to school)
  4. Popcorn (make it using “The Popcorn Trick”)
  5. Puffed Whole Grain Cereal (corn, brown rice, wheat or millet variety, we like Arrowhead Mills brand)
  6. Shredded Wheat (look for brands that contain 1-ingredient)
  7. Whole Grain Crackers (like Triscuits, Multi-Seed, Ak-Mak, Whole-Wheat Matzos, Brown Rice Crackers/Snaps, or Whole-Grain Rye Crackers) topped with cheese, peanut butter, almond butter, other nut butter, or cream cheese and jelly combo
  8. Whole-Grain Toast
  9. Whole-Wheat Pretzels
Whole grain snack crackers topped with strawberry jam and cream cheese, and a handful of mixed nuts on a plate.
Ak-Mak crackers with cream cheese, jelly, and nuts

11 Nut and Seed Snack Ideas

Have the kids pick their favorite nuts to create their very own trail mix! Nuts and seeds make great filling snacks full of flavor that can hold them over till their next meal. Best part is that you can pack them in a baggy and easily take them with you on the go.

  1. Almonds
  2. Cashews
  3. Larabars
  4. Nut Trail Mix including Dried Fruit
  5. Peanuts
  6. Pecans
  7. Pine Nuts (they are good lightly toasted)
  8. Pistachios
  9. Pumpkin Seeds
  10. Sesame Seeds
  11. Walnuts
Peanut butter and Jelly Larabar adult snack ideas.

Printable List of Snack Ideas

Many readers have requested a printable version of snack ideas, so we added one to our free resource area! Simply click the image below and follow the instructions for instant access to this and many other real food resources.

Helpful Tips: Healthy Snack Ideas 

  • Combine some of the suggestions in this post in creative ways (for example, combine some fruit with yogurt to make a yogurt parfait, or make a fruit salad and drizzle some honey on top).
  • Some of the listed fruits are also great frozen. Ever blended up frozen bananas to make “ice cream”? Try it!
  • If you’re looking for school lunch ideas, any of these would be great in a school lunch box!
  • If you have a picky eater, combining several of these snacks onto a plate—tapas style!—could make a well-rounded lunch or easy breakfast, or help introduce new foods in a low-key way.

Please share your snack ideas with us in the comments below!

Pumpkin bread muffins and corn bread muffins in a large basket with a red cloth towel.

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About Lisa Leake

Lisa is a wife, mother, foodie, blogger, and #1 New York Times Best-selling author who is on a mission to cut out processed food.

Comments

  1. Robin E. Brown says

    Just want to applaud you for what you are doing. I have pledged to cut out processed foods also and I want to help others as well. I will tell others about you. Much success with your business!

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  2. Recipes@SheffaFoods says

    I also enjoy cooking new varieties of snacks for my kids. While surfing online, I came across some simple inventive ideas and a straightforward approach to cook new varieties at home.

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  3. LacyJane says

    I absolutely love your blog!! I just wanted to share that found some Baked Whole Wheat Crackers at a grocery store her in NJ, it is the store brand - Nature's Promise (organic/natural). The ingredients are Whole Wheat and salt. The crackers are similar to triscuts, but triscuts have soybean oil in addition to the whole what and salt. I think it would be great to have a list of items that we could search or something. Thank for all you do!

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  4. Leah says

    I just found this out a while back, so not sure if you realize, but Triscuits contain GMO products. Definitely something we're not eating anymore. I'm not sure if any of the other crackers contain GMOs or not, but something to look into.

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    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      Hi Leah. Thanks for letting us know...we had heard that. Jill

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    • Lisa says

      We have figured that out about Triscuits as well and while they are still much better than most of the alternatives we no longer buy them as much as we used to.

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  5. Rick says

    Awesome list! I'm trying my best this year to improve my eating habits. Often times I think we simply focus on the three meals, but I love to snack, so want to be consistent throughout the day.

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  6. Lori says

    I no longer use wheat flour since I read "Wheat Belly" by Dr. William Davis. I do use "real" wheat (Emmer, Farro, Einkorn) products when I can find them. I use other flours such as rice, almond, coconut, and spelt.

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    • Kristian says

      Hi Lori! I am also cutting out wheat after reading wheat belly. I have not found any of the "real wheat" in any of the whole food stores I go to. Can you tell me where you have been able to find some of the good wheat? Ay help would be great!! Thanks!

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    • Kristian says

      Hi Lori! I have recently cut out all wheat since reading wheat belly! Can you tell me where you have been able to find the "real wheat" products? I have not been able to find any in any of the whole food stores I go to. Any help would be great! Thanks!

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  7. Dana says

    Please also remember to keep crackers/breads to a minimum unless brushing your teeth immediately. They are very bad for the teeth due to the stickyness and will cause cavities very quickly. This is per talking to a dentist on the matter.

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  8. Kaycie says

    I am so glad you are on Pinterest...that is going to make my life a lot easier!!

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  9. Lauren says

    Hi 100 Days Ladies,
    Love the blog, started my "Cleanout" in May and hubby has lost 20 lbs and my tummy issues are so much better! But now we have the first big and longer family vacation in a few months to Disney World. We're going with 6 adults, 3 kiddos. No one else does clean eating but i know that there are plenty of foods we can order and make that will fit the bill. I am hoping that we can figure out a few homemade treats to pre make and bring in the carry on (cookies, muffins) that don't need to be refrigerated. And maybe also some basics that would be safe to transport and aren't liquids. Any ideas?

    Thanks for all your help and inspiration!

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    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      Hi Lauren. We did Disney last year and were able to stick to things pretty well (much to our surprise). The key was that we never did counter service for meals...we always sat down and ate so we could "customize" our meal so to speak (make reservations now if you are within 6 months of your visit). For snacks, we loaded up on fresh fruit and waters in a backpack. Other great ideas are fruit and nut bars (I like the Kit's Organic ones), homemade granola, dried fruit, and nuts. If you are staying somewhere with a kitchen it makes it a little easier too. We did breakfast there which saved us one meal (both in terms of having to find something healthy and the money). And, some nights we'd even be back to our place for dinner so I could just quickly put something together. Hope that helps. Hope you have a wonderful trip too. Jill

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  10. Kathy says

    Wonderful post, thanks for sharing!

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  11. Natasha says

    Rise bars are also a great snack, I recommend the energy bars which are lot like Larabars but with amaranth, and they're breakfast bars which are mainly nuts and amaranth with some dried fruit.

    A lot of companies are making baby food in to go pouches which can be a great snack too, as long as you check the ingredients.

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  12. Molly says

    Could you tell me where you got the wooden snack plate pictured in this post? I'm looking for one for my children. Thanks!!

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    • Lisa says

      I've actually had that for a while (glad you like it!)...I think it was from World Market. Their products change over time though so not sure if they would have the exact tray anymore.

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  13. joie says

    Where do you get whole wheat pretzels? I have looked all over for them and have not b ee able to find them.

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  14. Elizabeth Parish says

    So, I'm all about my little ones eating natural and healthy, but how do I do that when grandma and grandpa are constantly giving them junk every time they have them? It makes them not eat what I give them because its not as sweet or not as salty. IE: Homemade pizza instead of pizzahut. slices of fruit instead of those wierd gummy fruits. And then they tell my daughters "it has tomatoes and cheese and bread in in, so it's healthy" or "its made from real fruit, so its healthy". They've no clue! Wish I could just ban them from their grandparents, to be honest!

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    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      Hi Elizabeth. That's a tough one and one we hear a lot unfortunately. I'm not sure what your relationship is like with the grandparents, but, can you ask them/explain to them what you are trying to do in feeding your children? Maybe they'll be more respectful than you think. I do face a similar situation and I try and let them indulge a little when they are with the grandparents, but, mine don't see theirs that often. Good luck. Jill

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  15. Robyn says

    THANKS so much for such a great list of healthy snack ideas! Some great options here we'll be trying soon.

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  16. Tammy says

    Lisa, what do you think of the fresh mandarin oranges sold in crates in the grocery store? I've heard that the food-grade wax they place on them could be toxic. I've asked, even at Trader Joe's, if they have any without the wax, and they don't. I loved eating them up until a couple of years ago, when I heard they were potentially dangerous. Any information you could provide on this would be helpful!
    Thanks!

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    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      Hi Tammy. I don't know anything specifically about the wax, but, the last time I was at whole foods I saw a write up they had about it (but I didn't read it...sorry). You might try their website or maybe call their store. The other thought is that it's on the peel only I believe which you are removing. Jill

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  17. Robin @ Thank Your Body says

    What an awesome list! My newest favorite snack for my little C are these homemade fruit snacks. Made with whole fruit, gelatin from grass-fed cows, and a touch of raw honey they are packed with protein, vitamins, and free from all the nasty fake stuff.

    http://thankyourbody.com/homemade-healthy-fruit-snacks/

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  18. Sile says

    Thanks for the list. I am printing it out and giving it to my husband as a survey of things he likes/doesn't like/hasn't tried yet! He's pretty picky and this will be an easy way to keep track of what he will eat to make my shopping easier!

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  19. Lindsay says

    I have to send 30 pre-packaged snacks for my son's Kindergarten class a few times a year and am not sure what I could possibly send. Any ideas?

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  20. Lindsay says

    I have to send 30 pre-packaged snacks for my son's Kindergarten class a few times a year. Any ideas?

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  22. sher says

    Thanks, you guys. Just took it out from the local library and am going to take a look!

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  23. KW says

    I think the book you're looking for is Sneaky Chef. Great ideas in there!

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  24. Jennifer says

    @sher... I can't remember the name of the author, but there is a popular cookbook on how to sneak fruits and veggies into recipes. There also good websites that may help. Good luck! :-)

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  25. sher says

    Thanks for the ideas. I struggle regularly, as my son will eat no fruit. NONE. He's not into veggies, either, though he will eat them at dinnertime. He won't eat yogurt. He eats nuts, which is good -- until it gets dinged at school because of a child with a nut allergy (which of course I would never want to mess with.) And then, I am stuck. :(

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  26. Amber says

    Just ran across this article and I love it! We just started home schooling this year(1st & 3rd) and my kids are use to getting snacks when they were in their old school. I found in the Summer they didn't need a mid-morning snack but now with school they do. During lunch today I was getting them to tell me ideas so I can plan ahead for the next week. We came up with a few but this list of ideas is going to get printed and posted on the fridge:)Thanks!!

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  27. Jennifer says

    My kids get mainly veggies and fruit for snack after school. On days when I can tell by their mood they need a bit of protein to carry them over to dinner I will make a dip by mixing equal parts peanut butter and soy milk.(we deal with a dairy allergy, I assume dairy milk would also work) It takes a while to get them to mix but eventually they do and my girls love it.

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  28. Leah says

    Why do you people feel the need to criticize someone trying to help others with ideas. All of the suggestions are that, suggestions, if you don't like something than just don't make or serve it. I am one of the millions of moms out there who have been serving my kids processed junk since they were off baby food, thus ruining the diet completely. If someone out there is trying to help people like me to get their kids on real food, just thank them. So, thank you for the above ideas. There are people who appreciate it, and will not criticize your suggestions. Those who are judging and condescending can move on please.

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    • Leah says

      No joke! I totally agree. There's always someone who's doing better and worse than you at everything, so if someone is at least making an attempt to do the right thing.. people just need to stop being so judgmental! Lol! Also, nice name ;)

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    • MacKenna says

      Well said Leah! I couldn't agree more.Thank-you Lisa

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  29. Megan says

    My kids love frozen berries - no sugar added, not thawed, blended, pureed or served with anything... just frozen whole berries. And it is true... not everything needs to be served with dips & sauces! Not all nuts need to be salted or roasted wither raw unroasted almonds and cashews with some dried fruit is far better then premade trail mix and has many more health benefits and is easier to digest as well!

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  30. liz vivian says

    I really dont know why you need to alter the fruit and veggies with ranch dressings and
    Such. We need to teach our babies t to eat fresh and natural foods. My four old great grand daughter loves fresh veggies and fruit. No additavies for her,,,

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    • Catherine says

      I agree. I never understand the need to add 'fruit dips' alongside naturally sweet fruits that kids already like.

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    • jrCA says

      What's wrong with a home made yogurt or sour cream ranch? Sometimes it's about variety as kids get older.

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  31. Paula says

    Don't forget, as an alternative to Peanut Butter, cream cheese works well on celery with raisins

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  32. Pattie says

    I am so very happy to have found this blog and website!!!! I cannot begin to tell you how happy I am!! God created our food to be eaten naturally and I am so happy to see that you have taken the initiative to blog about it. I am happy to take the 10-day challenge and am looking forward to all these wonderful recipe's and ideas!!! Thanks you! Thank you! Thank you!!! :)

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  33. renee miller says

    I have a quick question and you are the only place I can think to ask. I have a recipe that calls for 1 small envelope of instant vanilla pudding. It is for a coffee drink mix, so I need dry ingredients. Can you (or anyone else) give me some possible guidelines for vanilla pudding that might work instead of the boxed kind? Thank for any ideas. On the one hand, it is such a small amount of the whole I really don;t worry about it. On the other hand, it is usually much cheaper, certainly healthier and usually not too much work to make such things myself.

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  34. Jackie says

    My kiddos also love grapes with goat cheese. Thanks for such an expansive list!!

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  35. Lisa says

    Random Side Note: Jicama is awesome dipped in ranch dressing/dip!! If you haven't tried it, you are missing out! YUM!

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  36. Brinklen says

    RAW BROWNIES are the rage around my house right now! My un-"clean" brownie-loving husband says they are the best he's ever had. He didn't even know there were nuts in them!
    With only a few ingredients, it is the ultimate healthy chocolate craving satisfier:
    1 c walnuts (does NOT lend flavor to the brownies)
    1 c pitted dates
    4 TBSP unsweetened shredded coconut (does NOT lend flavor to the brownies)
    1/4 tsp sea salt
    5 TBSP cocoa powder
    Sweetener to taste (I use honey and stevia)
    Process all until crumbles and then some and refrigerate IF you can wait that long! :)

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  37. Kelly says

    I actually just bought a bunch of Arrowhead Mills Puffed Whole Grain Cereal since they were on sale today. Do you have any ideas/recipes for using them to make your own breakfast cereal (combining them, adding sweetener, etc.)?

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    • Assistant to 100 Days (Jill) says

      Hi Kelly. I have not tried to do that and don't have any recipes to share. Sorry. Jill

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    • Kelly says

      This was my first attempt, turned out good:
      Melt:
      1 T butter
      1 T coconut oil (could probably do all butter or all oil, whatever)
      3 T honey

      Mix with:
      2 c puffed kamut
      2 c puffed brown rice
      1/4 c sliced almonds (may try more next time)
      1/4 c oats

      Spread on parchment-lined pan, bake 15 min at 325°, cool.

      I only did a small batch this time to see how it would turn out. Can do any combination of puffed cereal, any oil, maple syrup, add other stuff, whatever you like. May try adding flax or finely ground nuts next time.

      I like the Kashi Go Lean Honey Almond Crunch--reminds me of Honey Smacks from childhood--but will stop buying and just make my own now.

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  38. Pam@behealthybehappywellness says

    Great list! Perfect for back to school - I actually just sent out an e-book to my newsletter subscribers that includes a list of back to school snacks - it will be available on my site by next week. After all, this IS that time of year!

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  39. Rachel says

    I just started the 10 day pledge and looked at the ingredients in my Fig Newtons. I had only a few things out of the pack, but I had to throw it away. I never realized all that junk was in a "healthy" cookie!

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  40. Colleen Grossner says

    Great list, Lisa! I wrote a shorter list ... our top 7 favorite snacks, http://fresh-you.blogspot.com/2012/08/seven-super-snacks-our-most-favorites.html -- you might enjoy "Chocolatey Goodness", a combo of plain regular or Greek yogurt, unsweetened cocoa, and mashed banana. Super yummy and nutritious! ( http://fresh-you.blogspot.com/2012/01/3-ingredient-chocolatey-goodness.html ) Frozen fruit for ANYBODY (mangoes, pineapple, cherries, peaches, berries, my mouth is watering!) ...as is, or blended into sorbet (without any added sugar!) and more for kids ... frozen veggies (corn, broccoli, green beans, cauliflower). SO cool that you make your own "poptarts"! Wahoo for helping SO many people get healthy!!!

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