Looking for some easy snacks for kids on a budget? Check out these 25 super simple ideas that kids are sure to love!
{Looking for even more tips & tricks? Be sure to see this list of other kid-friendly snack ideas, plus check out this one simple tip for reducing the cost of snacks! And remember — making your own snacks will almost always save you more money in the long run!}
25 Easy Snacks for Kids
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1. Roasted nuts or seeds with your favorite spices/seasonings.
2. Homemade hummus with veggies or whole grain crackers.
3. DIY Veggie wraps with hummus, veggies, cheese, beans, etc. (Great cold or warmed in the oven for a few minutes!)
4. Homemade “lunchables” with sliced cheeses, cold cut meats, and crackers. Throw in a fruit or cookie for fun!
5. Yogurt (mix in fresh fruit and toppings for a twist!).
6. Hard-boiled eggs.
7. Fresh fruit.
8. Trail mixes — either homemade or store bought.
9. Rice cakes with peanut butter.
10. Homemade smoothies. (Freeze discounted fruit ahead of time to save money!).
11. Beef jerky.
12. Granola bars.
13. Raw veggies and dip.
14. Apples and peanut butter.
15. Air-popped popcorn.
16. Energy bites.
17. String cheese.
18. Frozen grapes.
19. Berries dipped in Greek yogurt and frozen.
21. Healthy homemade muffins.
22. Celery with almond butter and raisins.
23. Applesauce. (For a special treat, try this recipe!)
24. Homemade popsicles.
Looking for even more snack ideas?
- Be sure to check out this Facebook post for a plethora of additional ideas and tips!
- Don’t miss these other frugal & healthy snack ideas for kids! (Plus, there are some great tips & tricks from readers!)
- You can Save Over $100 Per Year Making Your Own Snacks. (Read for additional tips and recipe ideas!)
- Save on snacks by following this one simple rule!
- Looking specifically for protein-rich snacks? Check out this list of easy protein snack ideas!
- Check out these 10 Healthy and Cheap Vegan Snacks for Kids for some more recipes!
- This list of 8 Delicious & Healthy Freezer-Friendly Snack Ideas includes some of our all-time faves!
- These Grain-Free Chocolate Cashew Cookies Made With Black Beans are delicious and packed with protein!
- We’re HUGE fans of muffins in our home. Check out my Top 7 Favorite Freezer-Friendly Muffin Recipes!
- Hard-Boiled Eggs in the Instant Pot are super easy and quick!
- Homemade Instant Oatmeal Packets are one of our favorite go-to snacks!
Do you have any other easy snack ideas for kids on a budget? We’d love to hear in the comments!
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