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Snacks

The best mid day snacks are here! There are so many options to processed snacks. Here you'll find a variety of choices.

From these no bake Loaded Tuna Cups to these 3 Ingredient Cheese Crisps we've got you covered.

Halloween Snack Board

October 29, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Halloween Snack board with yogurt dip, grapes, banana ghosts, celery eyes, olives, pretzels and tangerine pumpkins

Snack boards are so fun! My kids will try everything on a tray and it’s such a family bonding experience to share. This Halloween we are loading up on healthier snacks before some treats. This Halloween snack board is easy to make, or you can make just one or two of them individually.  This snack…

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Lunch, Snacks

No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bites

October 19, 2020 · Leave a Comment

plate of cookie dough bites

I have the ultimate sweet tooth. I mean seriously, I could eat a cookie for breakfast, lunch or dinner after a savory meal. These guilt free no bake chocolate chip cookie dough bites recipe is my waist saving dream come true. Traditional Cookies are so caloric. There’s no doubt I love a classic chocolate chip…

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Dessert, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

Easy Veggie Nuggets

October 5, 2020 · Leave a Comment

veggie nuggets on a plate next to sour cream

These easy veggie nuggets are my kid’s all time favorite. My kids just love these so much! It’s packed with veggies and is meatless. It literally takes about 15 minutes to make and is great for lunches or snack. These veggie fritters are a healthier alternative to a chicken nugget because every bite has vegetables….

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BLW Beginners, Lunch, Snacks

Vegan Chicken Nuggets

September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

breaded vegan chicken nuggets next to roasted veggies and dipping sauce

Vegan Chicken Nuggets Even Your Kids Will Love Easy and delicious, these vegan chicken nuggets recipe is a little lighter than its cousin chicken nugget. It’s a great nutritious snack, an appetizer, or a main course. I always try to offer a variety of foods to my kids. The only vegan or vegetarian nuggets I…

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Dinner, Lunch, Snacks, Vegan

Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars

September 10, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of pumpkin bars

Breakfast time is always a rush. These pumpkin oatmeal bars are healthy and also freezable. Just a little bit of prep could save you so much time in the am. These bars smell fall all over it. Best of all, you can still eat them throughout the year! ‘ Why You’ll Love These Vegan Breakfast…

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Baking, Breakfast, Snacks, Vegan

Pizza Muffins

September 8, 2020 · Leave a Comment

close up of stacked pizza muffins

We love pizza around here and my kids ask for it a lot! I wanted to change it up a bit by making these easy pizza muffins. This also is a perfect answer with what to do with marinara sauce besides pasta. This muffin recipe has the flavor of pizza, but with added veggies. It…

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Baking, Lunch, Snacks

Easy Pumpkin Muffins

September 8, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · 2 Comments

Flat lay of pumpkin muffins

Tis’ the season for all things pumpkin! This easy pumpkin muffins recipe is soft and tasty with a hint of orange. Make it in less than half an hour for breakfast, lunch boxes, or snacks. Why You’ll Love This Easy Pumpkin Dessert Pumpkin –ย ย Pumpkin is great for your skin! It is high in carotenoids like…

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Baking, Lunch, Snacks muffins, pumpkin muffins

Easy Overnight Chia Oats

July 30, 2019 · Updated January 11, 2021 · Leave a Comment

Two bowls of chia oats with fruit

This wholesome easy overnight chia oats recipe is perfect for those busy mornings! It’s no-cook and literally comes together in the refrigerator overnight. Mornings are so hectic. ย Make this nutritious no cook breakfast meal overnight. Just a few ingredients is all you need for a healthy morning pick me up or snack.   Why is…

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Breakfast, Dessert, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

Summer Fruit Salad With Honey Lemon Mint Dressing

June 6, 2019 · Leave a Comment

Bowl of fresh fruit close up

The perfect nature’s food with a light and tasty lemon mint dressing. Make this summer fruit salad for a perfect healthy summer treat in a matter of minutes!   A refreshing snack for the summer months!ย ย Fresh fruit is the perfect food to snack on during those hot summer months or even year around. Why You’ll…

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Snacks

Easy Cheese Board

May 26, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 · Leave a Comment

Board with snacks on a blue background

Jazz up your parties with an easy cheese board filled with fruit and snacks. Best of all you can make this easy cheese board in minutes. It’s perfect for entertaining and backyard barbecues. They’re beautiful, impressive and requires no cooking. Why you’ll love this cheese board idea One stop shop – I bought all the…

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Lifestyle, Popular Recipes, Snacks

Asian Bow Tie Pasta

March 12, 2019 · Updated January 5, 2021 ·

Asian Bow Tie Salad with broccoli, spinach, and dressing

A pasta salad made in less than 15 minutes! It’s perfect for dinner, a quick snack or for lunch boxes, cold! This Asian Bow Tie Pasta recipe is also great for potlucks because it’s easy to make and is relatively shelf stable compared to the common dairy based pastas. Most pasta salads are so rich…

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Dinner, Lunch, Snacks, Vegetarian

Sweet Potato Broccoli Patties

February 17, 2019 · Updated September 14, 2020 ·

Broccoli patties next to eachother some stacked, Dill as garnish, white bowl with sour cream

A savory finger food with a hint of sweetness. You won’t believe it’s filled with veggies! This easy to make recipe is great for the whole family.ย    Most kids enjoy bite size food, why not make it more healthy?ย I personally don’t know any kid who would turn away chicken nuggets. It’s now a kid…

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Lunch, Snacks

Green Monster Veggie Muffins

February 14, 2019 · Updated January 11, 2021 ·

Close up muffins in a basket lined in a gingham kitchen towel

A healthy, kid-friendly, spinach muffin with vegetables and no oil, no added sugar and no butter! Make these guilt free veggie muffins in less than 30 minutes. You’ll get your vegetable servings in pretty easily with these healthy bites. Jump to recipe to get started! Sweet muffins have so much sugar.  Most have several cups…

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Baking, Breakfast, Dessert, Popular Recipes, Snacks

Vegan Veggie Ranch Dip

November 19, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Veggie platter shaped in a turkey with vegan dip

I like to think dipping is my kids’ favorite sport. From the time they were young they loved dipping everything in anything. Their fingers in yogurt, and eventually fries in ketchup. Dips are a great way to get your kids to try different veggies. It makes a bland vegetable that much tastier. I know some…

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Snacks, Vegan

Chewy 3 Ingredient Granola Bars

October 29, 2018 · Updated February 23, 2019 · Leave a Comment

I love granola bars, especially chewy ones. This chewy granola bar recipe has no refined sugar and only requires three ingredients. You can also add chocolate chips to make it even more tasty, but it’s totally up to you! This recipe is quite versatile, allowing you to sub chocolate chips for dried cranberries as well….

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Baking, Snacks

Loaded Tuna Toast Cups

October 24, 2018 · 1 Comment

We try not to eat too much canned food, but when we do, we kick it up a notch.ย I’m sharingย my absolute favorite recipe for tuna salad sandwiches. When I was in college, this was my go-to fast meal during late night studying. Fast forward many years, I now make it for my husband and sons….

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Baking, Lunch, Snacks

Tangerine Jellies

September 24, 2018 · Updated August 13, 2020 ·

Orange animal jellies next to oranges in a small bowl

My son has recently discovered chewy candy. Lots of treats go around at school, which to me makes him a well rounded kid, but I don’t have too sugary candies at home. Probably because I will eat them all and because I want my kids to go to bed in a decent hour.ย  One afternoon…

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Dessert, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian

Spinach Cheddar Muffins

September 18, 2018 · Updated January 2, 2021 · 24 Comments

bowl of spinach cheese muffins in a bowl

These savory spinach and cheddar muffins are so so good. The cheesy bites are great for breakfast, lunch or even side dish for dinner. Hit the jump to recipe button to start cooking. Savory muffins are great for breakfast.  During busy days, it’s always nice to have some savory muffins on hand. Breakfast options are becoming…

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Baking, BLW Beginners, Breakfast, Popular Recipes, Snacks

Breakfast Brunch Board and Yogurt Dip

September 13, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Kids crave variety more than anything, which makes this breakfast brunch board and yogurt dip such a hit! Combined with the wholesome nutrition of Vanโ€™s Waffles, you can give your kids a protein-packed breakfast or snack without the unnecessary sugar found in syrups. The best thing about this recipe is how great it is not…

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BLW Beginners, Breakfast, Popular Recipes, Snacks

No Bake Cookie Dough Bites

September 10, 2018 · Updated October 6, 2020 · 4 Comments

Well folks, another summer has come to an end, and it looks like I only have thirteen summers left before my kids are adults . . . But whoโ€™s counting! Ok, I digress, but seriously, right after summer comes Halloween. It’s just around the corner. During this upcoming candy crazy season, I love to give…

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Dessert, Snacks

Dole Fruit Bowls and Back to School Nutrition

September 10, 2018 · Updated February 14, 2019 · Leave a Comment

This post is sponsored by Dole Packaged Foodsย  New Year, Same Question The kids are back to school and parents everywhere are mulling over the same annual dilemma: What are some healthy snacks for kids that are quick, convenient and will actually get eaten? Wonder no more, dear readers! Dole Fruit Bowls check all the…

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Snacks

Mini Zucchini Pizza Bites

July 31, 2018 · Updated January 11, 2021 ·

Pizza Bites

My kids love pizza. Hence why I have a ton of pizza recipe variations! I would have to say it’s a universal food because everyone loves pizza. I made this family favorite a little healthier and a little more guilt free. Nevertheless, it’s still very tasty. These mini zucchini pizza bites recipe will certainly be…

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Baking, Lunch, Snacks

Cherry Peach Yogurt Bark

July 2, 2018 · Updated November 17, 2020 ·

  This recipe has such minimal steps I’m not sure I could fill up this blog post. It’s seriously that easy. Do you have a favorite yogurt? If you do, then use it. We love so many varieties, so it’s not hard to choose, but I would suggest a flavored one. You can also choose…

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BLW Beginners, Breakfast, Dessert, Popular Recipes, Snacks, Uncategorized

Super Berry Muffins

June 28, 2018 · Updated August 13, 2020 ·

Several berry muffins on a white background with star confetti

It’s that time of the year! A time for tasty summer fruits and vegetables. I’ve recently found some great deals on bulk strawberries at my local grocery store and some days I’m left with too many.ย  Just too many to eat before they go bad.ย  Let’s just say I get carried away and buy too…

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Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks

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