Healthy Snacks for Kids That They’ll Actually Eat



Persuading children to eat healthy snacks can seem like an ongoing battle - especially when sugary, processed snacks are constantly within reach. However, we at Thrissur Cafe think eating well will be fun, enjoyable and delicious! In this article, we will provide a collection of easy-to-make, kid-friendly, and nutritious healthy snacks that actually taste delicious - no bribing is necessary! 


Whether you are looking to plan a lunch meal, have a plan for after-school snacking, or think weekend healthy snacks, we hope you will make healthy bites to satisfy you and your children.

1. Mini Sandwich Bites

Toss the boring old sandwich! Grab your cookie cutters and create fun shapes with either whole-grain bread, natural peanut butter, banana slices or cream cheese and cucumber. Kids love the mini bite-sized bites and you will get added fiber and protein in!

2. DIY Yogurt Parfaits

Layer plain or Greek yogurt with fresh fruit and a sprinkle of granola or crushed nuts. It’s creamy, crunchy, and sweet — without the sugar overload of flavored yogurts. Plus, it's a great way to introduce probiotics for gut health.


Thrissur Cafe Tip: Make it interactive — let kids build their own parfait for added excitement.

3. Banana Pops

Cut the bananas in to quarters, then dip them into melted dark chocolate to desired chocolate covered level. Once you have dipped each banana pop, roll them in crushed nuts or granola or coconut flakes and then place your banana pops in the freezer. Once frozen, enjoy your frozen treat which is a cold sweet snack worth your potassium and fiber!


4. Cheddar Cut into Cubes with Whole Grain Crackers

The high protein value of cheddar cubes pair well with whole grain crackers for an afternoon snack that will keep your child energized!

5. Veggie Sticks with Hummus


Sometimes raw vegies don’t catch the eye, so serve with yummy dips like hummus (or ranch yogurt dip). Use carrot sticks, bell pepper and cucumber slices, they are colorful and grab their attention.


Healthy Lifestyle Hack: Use cookie cutters or threads on skewers to make veggies and dips more fun.

6. Apple “Donuts”

Cut your apples into slices, and deseed and top with peanut butter or almond butter, add a few dark chocolate chips or raisins. They are bite size, look like mini donuts full of fiber and healthy fats. 

7. Popcorn from Your Own Kitchen

For this, you can use an air popper and spread out some extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle cinnamon or nutritional yeast. Popcorn is certainly a whole-grain snack that is fun to eat and you can eat in various portions. 


Thrissur Cafe Tip: Involve your child picking and or assembling these fruit stick kabobs for family fun time in the kitchen together!


Why Should Kids Eat Healthy Snacks?

As they continue to grow, children's daily feelings and actions are greatly influenced by the meals they consume. Healthy snacks can help them maintain a consistent level of energy, enhance concentration, and promote current as well as future healthy growth.

From Our Kitchen to Yours – Thrissur Cafe's Philosophy


At Thrissur Cafe, we are all about real food that tastes great and is good for you! Real food does not mean boring food. From healthful smoothies to delicious home-made snacks, everything we prepare nourishes you and your family! Stop in if you're local and try one of our kid-approved snacks made from whole food ingredients!  It is our mission to make healthy eating as easy - and delicious- as possible for everyone.

Conclusion


You don't have to spend a lot of time preparing your kids to eat healthy! With the right ingredients and some creativity, you can offer your kids snacks they want to eat! By providing healthy snacks, you are supporting a healthy lifestyle long-term.


Want more healthy snack ideas? Keep following Thrissur Cafe’s blog for simple, nutritious ideas your whole family will love!

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