Kid's Snacks

Snacks are an important and necessary part of a child's life.  Because of the huge amounts of energy expended, little bodies need refueling between meals.  Because snacks play such an important role in keeping kids healthy it also is important to choose healthy, nutritious snacks as often as possible. 

Most of these snacks are great anytime - mid-morning, after school, before a late dinner, and at bedtime.  They're are also great as additions to meals or when you're looking for something light. 

Some of these snacks are intended for treats. There is a treat section to the kid's section and there seems to be a fine line between snack and treat.  I guess the difference is this:  Snacks should be healthy and are used as between meals to keep your kids' bodies refueled and energized.  Treats are treats -- They are usually sweetened and are for the most part nutritionally void -- So....go easy on treats.  They are fine in moderation but not for a daily lifestyle.

Here is the index for the snacks that are on this website.  When you find one that sounds interesting click on the link and it will take you to the recipe:

• After-School Mix
  This is my daughters favorite snack to make
  
  
• Ants in the Sand
  What we won't do to entertain the kiddies!
  
  
• Armchair Quarterback Crunch
  This Crunchy Mix has a nice 'bite' to it!
  
  
• Bugs on a Log
  This is a snack that little ones can help make.
  
  
• Cannoli for Kids!
  Heres a party idea!
  
  
• Carmeled Peanuts
  These will probably go way too quickly!
  
  
• Cheerio Bars
  Everyone loves Cheerio Bars!
  
  
• Cheese and Carrot Crops
  Easy and tasty snack to make.
  
  
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Dip
  Sure to go quickly!
  
  
• Chocolate Snack Blocks
  A chocolate lovers delight!
  
  
• Chunky Date, Coconut and Almond Granola
  This would make a great hiking snack.
  
  
• Classic Spinach Spread
  Less mess alternative is to use real bacon bits in place of the slices
  
  
• Clingons
  This snack tastes a lot better than the name implies.
  
  
• Crunchy Noodle Jumble
  Different thought for a snack.
  
  
• Diabetic Kid's Snackin' Corn
  OR for any child that needs a sugarless snack.
  
  
• Five-Spice Walnuts
  For all you nuts out there!
  
  
• Hobo Popcorn
  Watch your kids' eyes light up when you supervise this popcorn activity! Would be a perfect camping trip highlight!
  
  
• Homemade Cracker Jacks
  Who doesn't love Cracker Jacks?
  
  
• Kabibbles
  Who wouldn't love the taste of Kabibbles?
  
  
• Kids Snackin' Corn
  A much healthier alternative to carmel corn. .
  
  
• Kid's Trail Mix
  Very quick to put together and handy to have - Good for taking on a hike.
  
  
• Marshmallow Sandwich
  Everything tastes good on a Ritz!
  
  
• Monster Munch
• Oyster Cracker Snacks
• Peanut Butter Snack
  A yummy snack the kids will like.
  
  
• Peanut Pitas
  The kids will love these for a yummy snack!
  
  
• Pineapple Cheese Squares
  For the pineapple lovers in the family!
  
  
• Pizza Pinwheels
  This would be a great birthday night party snack.
  
  
• Popcorn Cake
  A very different idea for a birthday cake surprise.
  
  
• Popcorn Snacks
  This snack is good for the kids and the birds!
  
  
• Roasted Soybeans
  If you don't tell them it's good for them they are sure to like it.
  
  
• Toadstools
  Grown ups will love these as much as the kids do. They are addicting!!