20 Simple Back-to-School Snack Ideas: 5 Ingredients or Less
As the school year kicks off, finding easy and fun snacks that kids can whip up on their own is a must. These 20 back-to-school snack ideas, each with five ingredients or fewer, are perfect for satisfying after-school hunger without the hassle.
Apple Nachos
Ingredients:
- Apples, Peanut Butter, Honey, Chocolate Chips, Granola
Instructions:
Slice apples into thin rounds, spread with peanut butter, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with chocolate chips and granola.
Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients:
- Greek Yogurt, Honey, Berries, Granola
Instructions:
Layer Greek yogurt, honey, fresh berries, and granola in a bowl for a quick, delicious treat.
Peanut Butter Banana Sushi
Ingredients:
- Banana, Peanut Butter, Tortilla, Honey
Instructions:
Spread peanut butter on a tortilla, place the banana at one end, drizzle with honey, roll it up, and slice into sushi-like pieces.
Cheese & Crackers
Ingredients:
- Whole Grain Crackers, Cheddar Cheese, Grapes
Instructions:
Pair whole-grain crackers with slices of cheddar cheese and a handful of grapes for a balanced snack.
Ants on a Log
Ingredients:
- Celery Sticks, Peanut Butter, Raisins
Instructions:
Fill celery sticks with peanut butter and top with raisins for a crunchy, sweet, and savory treat.
Mini Pita Pizzas
Ingredients:
- Mini Pitas, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Pepperoni
Instructions:
Spread tomato sauce on mini pitas, top with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni, and bake or microwave until the cheese melts.
Frozen Yogurt Bites
Ingredients:
- Greek Yogurt, Honey, Fresh Berries
Instructions:
Mix Greek yogurt with honey, spoon into mini muffin molds, top with fresh berries, and freeze.
Veggie Sticks with Hummus
Ingredients:
- Carrot Sticks, Cucumber Slices, Hummus
Instructions:
Serve carrot sticks and cucumber slices with a side of hummus for dipping.
Fruit Kabobs
Ingredients:
- Strawberries, Pineapple Chunks, Grapes
Instructions:
Thread strawberries, pineapple chunks, and grapes onto skewers for a fun, colorful snack.
PB & J Roll-Ups
Ingredients:
- Tortilla, Peanut Butter, Jelly
Instructions:
Spread peanut butter and jelly on a tortilla, roll it up, and slice into bite-sized pieces.
Cheese Quesadilla
Ingredients:
- Tortilla, Cheddar Cheese
Instructions:
Sprinkle cheddar cheese on a tortilla, fold in half, and cook in a skillet until the cheese is melted.
Trail Mix
Ingredients:
- Mixed Nuts, Dried Fruit, Pretzels, Chocolate Chips
Instructions:
Combine mixed nuts, dried fruit, pretzels, and chocolate chips in a bowl for a sweet and salty snack.
Banana Oat Cookies
Ingredients:
- Ripe Bananas, Oats, Chocolate Chips
Instructions:
Mash ripe bananas, mix with oats and chocolate chips, form into cookies, and bake.
Caprese Skewers
Ingredients:
- Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella Balls, Basil Leaves
Instructions:
Thread cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil leaves onto skewers and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
Avocado Toast
Ingredients:
- Whole Grain Bread, Avocado, Salt, Pepper
Instructions:
Mash avocado, spread it on toasted whole-grain bread, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Popcorn with Parmesan
Ingredients:
- Popcorn, Parmesan Cheese, Olive Oil, Salt
Instructions:
Pop the popcorn, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and salt.
Frozen Banana Pops
Ingredients:
- Bananas, Chocolate Chips, Sprinkles
Instructions:
Dip banana halves in melted chocolate, roll in sprinkles, and freeze.
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Apple Slices with Almond Butter
Ingredients:
- Apple, Almond Butter, Cinnamon
Instructions:
Slice an apple, spread with almond butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon.
Cheese & Veggie Wraps
Ingredients:
- Tortilla, Cream Cheese, Bell Peppers, Carrot Sticks
Instructions:
Spread cream cheese on a tortilla, add bell peppers and carrot sticks, and roll up.
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
Ingredients:
- Strawberries, Chocolate Chips
Instructions:
Melt chocolate chips, dip strawberries, and let them cool on parchment paper.
These snacks are simple and perfect for kids to make on their own after school. They offer a great mix of flavors, textures, and nutrients to keep your little ones energized until dinner. Happy snacking!
