It’s back to school time! I know many parents are looking for healthy after school snacks so I’ve collected some of my favorites!
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Disclaimer: I was compensated by Foodie.com to collect these recipes. However, like always, the opinions are entirely my own. Promise 🙂
I probably say this every year, but I can’t believe summer is over. I had one of the best summers I’ve had in a long time. My youngest will be 5 in a few days (gasp!) and I feel like I finally got to the place where I am not running after my kids constantly. The pool wasn’t as horrific as years past. With three boys, I’ve left the pool in an ambulance with one kid, one kid fell in the baby pool and needed stitches, one slipped on the cement and had a concussion. Oh wait, that’s the same little boy. Sigh… Not only is he turning 5 this week, but we survived the summer accident-free! Well, almost. He was trying to perfect his back flip off the diving board and scraped his back really bad. Let’s just say, he makes me very nervous at the pool. And now he’s off to kindergarten. Sniff-sniff… where did the time go?
It’s not only back-to-school for the kids, but it’s back-to-routines and schedules for the kids and parents too! I need to get back on track with my preparation of snacks and meals and being organized is so important. I can’t wait to make these snacks for my kids!
The picture above is of my Apple Pear Nachos (straight from The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook!) and it’s one of my favorite after school snacks ever. It’s so easy to make and the kids love it! What is your favorite healthy after school snack for the kids? I’m always looking for new ideas. Although I will miss my kids and the beautiful days of summer, I know I will enjoy the quiet and getting back to work. Happy back to school, parents!;)
Nutmeg Nanny says
September 2, 2014 at 1:42 pmWow your little one sure does sound like a handful…hehe 🙂 Gotta love those fearless boys! These apple nachos look amazing!
lauren.kelly says
September 4, 2014 at 11:16 pmIt’s funny Brandi, my other two are pretty cautious, it’s the littlest one that is fearless!!
Heather // girlichef says
September 2, 2014 at 2:56 pmMy kids have been back to school for a couple of weeks now, and afterschool snacks are always the first thing they’re looking for when they walk through the door! These nachos are so fun. We love apples w/ pb and raisins, so I know these would be welcomed with open arms.
lauren.kelly says
September 4, 2014 at 11:16 pmI hope you like them Heather!
Lora @cakeduchess says
September 2, 2014 at 3:04 pmSeems like yesterday my lil’ guy was going to Kindergarten. I know what you mean…where did the time go? Love these after-school healthy snack ideas. I’m always looking for inspiration for their snacks!!
lauren.kelly says
September 4, 2014 at 11:16 pmTime needs to slow….down… 🙂
Brenda@Sugar-Free Mom says
September 2, 2014 at 3:39 pmLove those apple nachos!!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
September 2, 2014 at 5:44 pmI think you must have read my mind with this!
Ginny McMeans says
September 2, 2014 at 11:45 pmYour Apple Pear Nachos look sooo good and you littlest one scares is a handful but still so adorable! The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook, is a very nice book too!
lauren.kelly says
September 3, 2014 at 11:18 amThanks Ginny!!
Jennifer Hughes says
September 3, 2014 at 8:32 amWhere are the other 13 recipes that are promised on the banner in the photo?
lauren.kelly says
September 3, 2014 at 11:18 amHi Jennifer! Go to the top and click on the slideshow that says Healthy After School Snacks and you will see them all! Thanks for stopping by!
Susan says
September 3, 2014 at 9:22 pmSounds like you have some pretty typical boys! They must keep you busy at all times! However coming home to apple nachos sounds good!
lauren.kelly says
September 4, 2014 at 11:15 pmThey are amazing but yes, they definitely keep me busy Susan 🙂
Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
September 3, 2014 at 10:17 pmLove these ideas! They’re perfect for grown ups as well as kids (r at last grown ups who are kids at heart. ;))
lauren.kelly says
September 4, 2014 at 11:15 pmThanks Lauren!
christine says
September 4, 2014 at 1:34 amI’m so glad to have a routine again now that school is back. These snack ideas sound great, for me and them!
Connie | URBAN BAKES says
September 4, 2014 at 2:26 amI don’t have any kids yet but I don’t see a problem with eating any of these snacks! This is a wonderful collection!
Paula - bell'alimento says
September 4, 2014 at 5:58 pmWhat a great list! I can use extra help in the snack department