Healthy Back to School Snacks
Jul. 17, 2024
When kids get home after the last bell rings, help them refuel with snacks that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Here are a few ideas that are quick to prepare and packed with nutrients to satisfy every hungry kiddo until dinner time!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey (or agave syrup)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Directions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place in refrigerator to set for 10-15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 medium banana
- 2 cups almond milk
Directions
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Quinoa Pizza Bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ¼ cup gluten free breadcrumbs
- ½ cup shredded cheese
- Handful spinach or kale, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Your favorite pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping
Directions
- Cook quinoa as directed. We like to do 1 cup of quinoa to 2 cups of broth or water and cook it slowly to keep the quinoa fluffy.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Lay out a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
- Mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on parchment paper, leaving about an inch between the balls.
- Bake for 13-16 minutes, turning halfway through for even cooking.
- Dip in your favorite pizza or marinara sauce and enjoy!