Healthy Snacks Kids (and Moms) Love
Fruit Smoothie
Give them a superhero pick-me-up with this power food smoothie that's high in vitamins, potassium, fiber, protein, and calcium.
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Healthy Snacks: Why Kids Need to Snack
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Yam and Jam Muffins
Canned sweet potatoes are the secret ingredient in these sweet and spicy low-fat muffins kids will love. And the real VIP to any pastry recipe? Milk. It provides calcium, protein, and vitamins kids need in their daily diet.
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Nutty Popcorn and Fruit Mix
Dried fruit and nuts add protein, fiber, and vitamins to a snack-time favorite. For your popcorn base choose a brand made with no trans fats, like Orville Redenbacher’s Naturals line.
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Fruit Sundae Cones
Naturally sweet and super easy, your little ones will never know they're getting a half-cup serving of fruit in this delicious cone.
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Trail Mix
Keep a handy supply of this tasty trail mix on hand for a grab-and-go snack that's also a good source of vitamins and minerals.
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Sweet-Potato Chips
Give their favorite junk food a makeover with crunchy baked potato chips, loaded with vitamin A, potassium, and fiber.
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Berry Yogurt Pops
Made with blueberries and pears, these vitamin-rich frozen fruit bars are also a good source of calcium.
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Bag O' Teddies
Lower in fat and sugar than most cookies, these calcium-rich yogurt snacks are easy to whip up and are a blast to eat—right out of the bag! Serve alongside a glass of cold milk for an extra boost of calcium, vitamin A, vitamin B, and protein.
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Cheesy Chili Popcorn
Do your kids love to munch? Try this snazzy snack that's low in fat and calories but still ranks high in flavor.
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Sparkling Stars
Fruit juice adds vitamin C to these jiggly star-shape treats you can make in any flavor or color.
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Apple Smash
Looking for a healthful recipe for little helpers? Let them roll up their sleeves and mash their own applesauce.
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Hummus
Serve this protein- and fiber-rich bean dip with chopped vegetables, whole-wheat crackers, or on pita bread for a satisfying, healthful snack.
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Mango Magic Pops
Kids can help make these cool treats that are a healthier alternative to sugary store-bought pops.
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Safari Snack
Kids will have a wild time eating these animal cracker snacks sweetened with protein-rich peanut butter, honey, and fresh fruit.
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Crinkly Carrot Fries
Turn a french fry frenzy into a healthful snack that can be dipped and dunked in low-fat ranch dressing.
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PB & Raspberry
Made with low-fat yogurt and naturally sweetened with honey and raspberries, these frozen peanut butter pops are a one-of-a-kind treat.
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After-School Dip
Kids will love this creamy blend of nonfat cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, and raisins. Serve with crisp vegetables or fruit dippers.
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Cauliflower Popcorn
If popcorn is a common request in your home, try this roasted veggie variety sprinkled with yummy Parmesan cheese.
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Mango Salsa
Enjoy this zesty black bean, mango, and mandarin orange salsa with easy, homemade whole wheat tortilla chips for added fiber.
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Breaded Asparagus
Veg out with these quick and easy baked asparagus spears, perfect for dipping in honey-mustard sauce or low-fat ranch dressing.