32 Quick after school snack ideas for teens
Teens, they snack like no other!
I don’t think there is not an hour that goes by where one of our two is not in the fridge or in the cupboard looking for a snack to eat, that endless “I’m hungry” coming from them as they make the hourly pilgrimage to the kitchen! Although they can both be picky eaters are times, they always manage to find themselves a delicious snack that they like.
Although I am happy for them to eat healthy snacks throughout the day, options seem to run a little low after a while, so we have been on the lookout for a little inspiration. These healthy snack ideas are not just for the kids though, they are perfect for the whole family, especially when you are trying to cut back on junk food.
As an entire family though, we need to look at the types of snacks we are eating and maybe look at making good choices when it comes to the best snacks. Over a long time, we have noticed our energy levels dropping and this is likely to be down to the bad habit of unhealthy snacks that we are picking.
The following snacks we have shared below include some excellent options for giving nutritious foods and helping with the sustained energy levels needed for active teens.
My two would love these, they are huge fans of raspberries. I have never through of adding in yoghurt to the mix though,so need to give them a try. Crisps are always a big hit in this household, however, we know that they are not the healthiest. So this recipe is the perfect alternative option. How clever are these granola cups, perfect to fill with your favourite yoghurt and fruit, Who doesn't love a flapjack and add in honey to give you the perfect post-school snack! Sweet potatoes are my favourite kind of potatoes, we have never tried them like this though and I can imagine they would go down a storm! Trail mix can be adapted to your flavour preference, this is a great idea for those hungry teens! Anything that is no bake is always a winner, sometimes you want a snack you can grab and go and this is perfect. If you ask the kids their favourite snack, they will tell you mozzarella sticks and they would demolish these if I made them as a snack. I have never used pumpkin in muffins before but these look and sound delicious. Our son eats cucumber by the chunk, so he would love these! Bliss balls are a quick grab-and-go, add in a banana for that little sweet addition. Pepperoni pizza is the kid's favourite, so these would be a great snack option. Energy balls are a great snack and the oatmeal will fill them up for a bit longer! I love this idea, of cheese and pastry, it doesn't get much better! Pizza is always a winner but whilst waiting for dinner, you don't want them filling themselves up. These mini bagel bites look fantastic. If you are trying to encourage your children to eat more veggies, these crispy cauliflower bites are the perfect thing to try! Who doesn't love a cake, these can be made to suit your taste preference. I personally love a good coconut cake! My two love watermelon, so this is just a fun way to eat it and a great way to add other fruit in. Nachos are a winner in this house but I love the different approach to this recipe by using tater tots. S'mores, who doesn't love them? I love the fact these ones can be done in the oven. I had never heard of oyster cracker candy until I came across this recipe. It sounds amazing and I can imagine this in a large pot for the kids to help themselves to. If you are after a healthy snack, these roasted chickpeas are the perfect choice. These look really cute and tasty, I can see them being a big hit in our household. Banana bread is a great way to use up the leftover bananas and it is great for a snack or as something to have with their lunch too. Great way to make healthy muffins, the oats are going to be filling too. For those looking to get more veggies in their kids diets, these muffins are the way to go, Granola is a great snack and making them in advance will make sure the hungry teens are fed with minimal fuss. Fun and no cooking required, check out this recipe if you are looking for a snack with minimal effort. I can imagine this one going down well, not only as a snack after a busy day at school but as a movie snack too. I am a huge fan of coconut and these Ladoo sound amazing. One that can be made in advance and kept to nibble on through the week, This recipe is something a little different but I am sure it will be enjoyed just as much as the others, falafel is great when served with a variety of dips.32 Quick after school snack ideas for teens
Raspberry Muffins with Yogurt
Potato Chips Recipe: Healthier When Made Yourself
Yogurt Granola Cups
Honey Flapjacks (No Golden Syrup)
Sweet Potato Chips
Homemade Trail Mix
No-Bake Blueberry Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins
EASY Everything Bagel Cucumber Bites Recipe
Banana Bliss Balls
Easy Homemade Pepperoni Rolls
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Energy Balls
Air Fryer Babybel Cheesy Bites
Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites
Crispy Cauliflower Bites (GF Option)
An easy fairy cake recipe that is ready in under 20 minutes!
Watermelon Pizza {Whole30}
Tachos (Loaded Tater Tots)
How to Make Indoor S'mores in the Oven
Oyster Cracker Candy
Roasted Chickpeas Recipe ~ Delicious & Healthy!
Easy Mini Pizzas
Chocolate Chips Banana Bread Recipe
Healthy Blueberry Oat Bran Muffins
Zucchini Applesauce Muffins
The Best Crunchy and Chunky Granola
Ham and Cheese Pretzel Kabobs
White Chocolate Popcorn with M&Ms
Peanut Sesame Coconut Ladoo
Fantastic Falafel Recipe
Healthy snack ideas
- Cheese and ham roll-ups.
- Mixed frozen berries and plain yoghurt.
- Hard-boiled egg.
- Pickles and cheese.
- Carrot sticks.
- Avocado toast.
- Whole grain crackers.
- Fresh fruit.
- Breadsticks and almond butter.
- Yoghurt parfaits.
- Pretzel sticks and sour cream.
The next time you get the urge to reach for the afternoon snack, look for the easy recipes that give you the nutritional needs of your body and although it might be the healthier alternative, it doesn’t mean it is horrible! These also make an easy option for school lunches when the school season starts again soon.
