10 healthy snacks ready in under ten minutes

Our top 10 suggestions for fast, easy and yummy snacks for the lunch box or after school.

These snacks contain the nutrients kids need to power their brains and fuel their muscles throughout the day.

1.Wholegrain crackers, crispbread or rice cakes with dip, cheese or avocado and tomato. (link to easy snacks)
2. Celery with cream cheese and sultanas.
3. Mediterranean vegie pita  – fill with dip and vegies. For more bread inspiration see our blog on toast and toasties.
4. Plain yoghurt with fruit, muesli or both as in our banana split pot.
5. Home-made popcorn (link) or try our Poppletana.
6. Smoothies can be ready in minutes. Use fruit, vegies, yoghurt, milk or milk alternatives or try our berrylicious one.
7. Pizza muffins – get creative and pop under the grill, ready in no time.
8. Fruit muffins or raisin toast with cream cheese or ricotta.
9. Breakfast as a snack – try  low-sugar breakfast cereal like wholegrain wheat biscuits with milk and chopped fruit.
10. A handful of nuts – any sort, unsalted. They are filling and full of fibre and healthy fats.  Check your school’s policy on nuts before putting in the lunch box.