Healthy snacks for school

Dhe morning with (small) children is often stressful and rushed. It is also often a challenge to prepare healthy snacks for your children. But do not worry! Our latest blog contains eight creative ideas and recipes snacks that are not only delicious, but also nutritious. We show you how to prepare tasty snacks that keep your children's energy levels high during the school day, without all the unhealthy pre-packaged sugars. 

1. Vegetables with hummus (or Heks'nkaas)

Cut carrots, celery, cucumber and pepper into strips and serve them with a portion of hummus as a dip. You can also choose to add a small jar of Heks'nkaas. Many children like this better. It is slightly less healthy, but a good starter for vegetables with dip!

2. Apple slices with peanut butter

Cut apples into thin slices and place in an airtight container. Add some peanut butter with a spreader and enjoy. You can also use nut butter or almond butter.

3. Homemade granola bars

Make healthy granola bars with oatmeal, nuts, dried fruit and a little honey. Cut them into small portions and put them in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours. The bars harden automatically and are then easy to carry. Below is the link for more explanation.

4. Mini carrot cake with honey

Make healthy mini carrot cakes with grated carrots, whole wheat flour and a little honey. You can find the recipe at the bottom of the blog!

5. Nut mix 

Create a mix of unsalted nuts, seeds and dried fruit. Portion them into small bags. Raisins and dates in particular are tasty sweet snacks that easily replace sweets. 

6. Banana oatmeal cookies

This snack takes a little more preparation, but is incredibly tasty! Bake your own healthy cookies with banana, oatmeal and a touch of cinnamon. Bake the cookies for 20 minutes at 180 degrees. These are perfect as a snack. Below is the link for more explanation.

7. Smoothies

Prepare a healthy smoothie with semi-skimmed yoghurt, fresh fruit and a handful of spinach. Pour them into a leak-proof bottle for on the go. Smoothies are always filling and packed with vitamins. You can use any type of fruit or vegetable. Pay particular attention to what the children like.

8. Mini wraps

As an alternative to bread, it is a very good idea to give wraps. Wrap whole wheat tortillas around healthy fillings such as turkey, chicken breast, lettuce, and tomato. You can also choose to make tortillas entirely from vegetables. Nowadays you also have vegetables, such as corn tortillas. Spread the inside with hummus and various vegetables. Voila! A quick healthy snack for school. 

For a broader explanation of the cookies and granola bars, you can go hereView the recipe below:

• https://www.lekkerensimpel.com/zelfgemaakte-mueslirepen/ 
• https://www.laurasbakery.nl/havermout-banaan-koekjes/ 
• https://www.lekkerhoning.nl/worteltaart-met-honing/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=mini-worteltaart%20recept&utm_content=71399704299635&utm_campaign=MC%20%7C%20DSA%20%7C%20Index%20%7C%20Max%20Conversions%20%7C%20test&msclkid=9791695178721bb1169a0c6b68218e0a