5 Summer Snacks That Pack a Healthy Punch
Apr 12, 2025By Priya Sharma
If you've ever traveled with kids, you know that snacks can be the real MVPs. Whether you're flying high, or road-tripping for hours, one thing is certain: a hungry kid can turn a peaceful trip into a meltdown in seconds.
According to a recent travel parenting survey, 85 percent of parents say snacks are the most important thing to pack when traveling with children—even more than toys or screens!
Here are 7 easy, no-fuss snack ideas that are healthy and travel-friendly, and will keep those tiny tummies happy on the go.
Rainbow Wrap Bites
Colorful, crunchy, and packed with goodness, these rainbow wrap bites are a delight for your little ones.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes Ingredients:
- 1 whole wheat tortilla
- 2 tbsp hummus or cream cheese
- Thin slices of bell peppers
- Grated carrots
- Shredded cheese
Procedure: Spread hummus over the tortilla. Layer with colorful veggies and cheese. Roll it tightly like a burrito and slice into bite-sized pinwheels. Wrap in foil or keep in a snack box. Kids love the rainbow colors!
Frozen Yogurt Bark with Berries
Fun to eat, cool to carry, these frozen yogurt bars
Cooking Time: 5 minutes plus 2 hours freezing Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- A handful of blueberries, chopped strawberries, or raspberries
- Sprinkle of granola or crushed cereal
Procedure: Mix yogurt with honey and spread onto a lined tray. Top with fruit and granola. Freeze for 2 hours and break into chunks. Store in a cooler for road trips or pop into lunchboxes!
Cheesy Broccoli Tots
Think tater tots, but healthier and way more fun
Cooking Time: 30 minutes Ingredients:
- 1 cup steamed and chopped broccoli
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Procedure: Mix all ingredients and shape into small tots. Bake at 375°F or 190°C for 20 minutes. These are great warm or at room temp and sneak in some veggies too!
Apple Sandwiches
Sweet, crunchy, and mess-free, this recipe is something your child will keep asking for more.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes Ingredients:
- 1 apple, cored and sliced into rings
- 2 tbsp peanut butter or sunflower seed butter
- Sprinkle of granola or raisins
Procedure: Spread nut butter on an apple slice, sprinkle granola, and top with another slice to make a mini sandwich. Wrap individually and serve.
Mini Pancake Skewers
Like breakfast on a stick, these mini pancake skewers will blow your mind away.Â
Cooking Time: 20 minutes Ingredients:
- Mini pancakes
- Sliced bananas, strawberries, and grapes
- Toothpicks or small skewers
Procedure: Stack pancake-fruit-pancake combos on a stick. You can add a drizzle of honey or pack it with a dip. These are a breakfast-lover's dream snack.
Cucumber Sushi Rolls
Crunchy, light, and super fun to eat, these cucmber sushi rolls are perfect for summers.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes Ingredients:
- 1 peeled cucumber
- Cream cheese
- Thin carrot or bell pepper strips
- A pinch of salt
Procedure: Cut cucumber into long ribbons with a peeler. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese, add veggie strips, and roll up tightly. Use toothpicks to secure. These are light, hydrating, and refreshing!
Chocolate-Chia Oat Balls
Sweet treat with hidden fiber and protein, these chocolate chia oat balls are perfect for snack time.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Procedure: Mix everything and roll into bite-sized balls. Chill for 30 minutes before packing. These are energy-boosting and taste like dessert without the sugar crash.
Conclusion
Whether you're hopping on a plane, or heading to Grandma’s, these snacks make travel smoother and tastier. And who knows, you’ll probably sneak a few bites too. After all, happy bellies make for happy journeys.
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