Back to School - 15 Angelic School Snack Ideas

As a parent who prepares school lunchboxes day in and day out, I’m always looking for new ideas to keep the school lunchbox interesting. I always try to make sure that their lunch is balanced and nutritious, whilst ensuring that no nuts ever make their way into the packed lunchbox.

We’ve prepared a list of 15 school snack ideas for kids to help you get through the school term ahead.

• Angelic Apple & Raspberry Oat Squares – Our Safetylicious^TM Apple & Raspberry Oat Squares are baked with wholesome oats and real fruit pieces. Each square is individually wrapped and ideal for the lunchbox, or after school snacking. If you’re looking for a tasty allergen free snacking option then our oat squares are ideal for you. Free from nuts, dairy, soya, eggs and gluten, they’re suitable for schools with allergen restrictions.
• Angelic Banana & Chocolate Oat Squares – Or why not try our Safetylicious^TM Banana & Chocolate Oat Squares! They’re baked with wholesome oats and real fruit pieces. Each square is individually wrapped and ideal for the lunchbox, or after school snacking. If you’re looking for a tasty allergen free snacking option then our oat squares are ideal for you. Free from nuts, dairy, soya, eggs and gluten, they’re suitable for schools with allergen restrictions.
• Pop chips – It may seem like a big challenge to find a more nutritious school snack option than traditional potato chips, but there are fortunately a lot more crunchy snack options available now. Flavoured popcorn chips can be a delicious, light option for a flavourful crunchy snack.
• Veggie chips – If you’re looking for a tasty way to get veggies into your kiddos, veggie chips might be a fun option to try as a school snack. Not all the nutrients from fresh vegetables are necessarily going to be maintained in chip form, but it presents veggies in a very kid-friendly way.
• Mini Pitta Bread & Hummus – Carbohydrates are a vitally important part of the day, and what better way to fuel kids up than with mini pitta and hummus. Kids love dipping their breads in hummus, and this snack is also a good source of protein.
• Drinkable or Squeezable Yogurt – Squeezable (or drinkable) yogurts are ideal for parents who are seeking easy school snack ideas. Most kids love squeezing the yogurt, and the good news for parents is that they usually contain some calcium and vitamin D — important nutrients for growing kids.
• Grapes & Cheese – Grapes are a nutritious snack loved by all. Their sweet juiciness is particularly enjoyable when the school days are warm. Pair them with a cheese stick to add some satisfying protein.
• Cucumber Slices and Hummus – Cucumbers are loved by so many kids and always come to the rescue when trying to find a way of packing in more veg! Crunchy, refreshing, and light in flavour, cucumbers are a great veggie to use as a school snack. Pair them with single-serve hummus to make them more interesting for the kids.
• Crunchy Chickpeas – Chickpeas take on a whole new taste when they are roasted and flavoured. I personally love chilli roasted chickpeas, however there are so many flavours available in the market these days. Look for store-bought brands, or you can easily make them yourself in the oven.
• Dry Cereal – Cereal is a perfect bite-size snack that offers endless options. Cereals shaped like O’s and mini whole-wheat or rice squares are perfect for snacking. Kids can get involved by making their own unique snack mix with several options. There plenty of options in the cereal aisle, stock up on a few options and you can very throughout the week.
• Peppers and Soft Cheese – Peppers are packed with vitamins, and make a great snack with soft cheese. Cut the peppers into bit-size pieces and add some soft cheese for dipping.
• Tomato Pasta Salad – Kids love pasta both warm and cold, trying adding fresh chopped tomatoes with some cooked pasta and oil. Or even set aside some leftovers from the night before and serve cold in the packed lunch- a super tasty snack that can help to reduce food waste.
• Boiled Egg – It’s a super simple snack idea, boil an egg and chop up. You can either service this on its own, or add a dressing such as salad cream or crème fraise.
• Sliced Cold Meat – Roll up some ham or chicken slices, and chop into finger size pieces. Cold meats are a great way of adding protein to the packed lunch.
• Berry Mix – Mix up some blueberries and strawberries for a sweet and refreshing treat. Packed full of goodness, a burst of berries is a great way to add a sweet treat to the packed lunch.