Easy Homemade Travel Snacks

This sweet and salty snack comes together in minutes and is cheaper, tastier, and healthier than store-bought mixes. Before traveling, package individual servings in plastic bags or lunch-size paper bags. To make it more fun, let the kids decorate the bags using pens, pencils, crayons, markers, or even stickers.

The raisins, apple rings, peanuts and almonds can all be replaced with another variety of dried fruit or nut. Experiment and have fun!

Serve this snack to older kids, since popcorn and whole nuts are a choking hazard for kids under age four.

Use sturdy napkins to transport these tasty, veggie-filled muffins. Place the muffins in the middle, draw up the sides and tie with string or ribbon. The napkins do double-duty: acting as a pouch and containing the crumbs while the muffins are enjoyed.

These easy-to-make granola bars are packed with whole grains, honey, and other wholesome ingredients. You may make them for travel, but we predict they'll become part of your regular snack rotation.

Baking apple slices "low and slow" will give them the crispy, crunchy texture of a potato chip. No oil or salt required!

Take a smoothie to go for an easy, filling snack. Strawberries, raspberries, and banana round out this bright, lip-smacking drink while adding loads of fiber and Vitamin C.

When your kid is craving something crispy and salty pull out this surprisingly delicious snack. Using frozen green peas makes this nibble extra-simple to prepare.