Over 50+ healthy snack ideas for the whole family! These healthy snacks recipes are easy and delicious from fruits and vegetables to homemade granola bars!
These healthy snack ideas are perfect for meal prep and planning ahead. Many of them can be made at the beginning of the week and are a great grab-and-go option.
I love to whip up a couple of healthy snacks and healthy dinners on Sunday to easily enjoy throughout the week. It’s especially helpful when we have jam-packed busy week ahead!
Now that the new year is here, I’ve been trying to meal prep and eat healthier. I’ve found that one of the main keys to staying on track is having lots of healthy snacks on hand. If I’m not prepared, I can be easily tempted to pull out the junk food instead.
With this list of 50+ healthy snack recipes, you’ll find everything you’re searching for, like healthy late night snacks, healthy snacks for work, healthy on-the-go snacks, healthy protein snacks and more. There are so many amazing options to choose from…you can’t go wrong with any!
High Protein Healthy Snacks
It’s so important to have healthy snacks full of protein so that you stay fuller for longer. These healthy protein snacks below are packed with protein and are so easy to whip up.
We especially love the chocolate peanut butter protein balls. They almost taste like eating cookie dough without the guilt! Plus they are freezer-friendly, too!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These chocolate peanut butter protein balls taste like no bake cookies but healthier! These make the perfect pre-work out snack, breakfast or dessert!
Viral TikTok cottage cheese queso is a nourishing, high protein snack that is creamy and cheesy with cottage cheese, cheese, green chiles and taco seasoned ground beef..
No-bake and easy to make in one bowl, these breakfast cookies are naturally sweetened, gluten-free and delicious! The perfect healthy on-the-go breakfast or snack.
Overnight oats are perfect to make ahead for a healthy breakfast or snack. Make the base overnight oats recipe then customize with add-ins and toppings!
How to makehard boiled eggs that are easy peel with a vibrant yolk and no green ring! The best method for boiled eggs that can be used in deviled eggs, egg salad and more meals.
The best green smoothie recipe is a nutrient-packed blend of mango, banana and spinach! It's healthy, vibrant and easy to make with only 4 ingredients in 5 minutes.
These easy Kodiak Cakes protein balls take just 6 ingredients and 10 minutes to make. Packed full of protein, fiber and healthy fats. The perfect grab-and-go snack idea that will keep you fuller for longer!
Make a batch of this easy homemade muesli recipe to have on hand for a healthy and filling breakfast or snack. Combine oats, dried fruit, nuts and coconut, then just mix with yogurt or milk!
Make the easiest Instant Pot steel cut oats for a hearty, wholesome and delicious start to your day. Prep them ahead or in the morning, either way, the Instant Pot does all of the work!
Building the perfect yogurt bowl is way more fun than you might think! Load it up or keep it simple, and enjoy a cool creamy bowl of yogurt with just the right combination of flavors and textures for breakfast or snack!
Monster energy balls are made with wholesome ingredients like peanut butter and flaxseeds and naturally sweetened with honey. They're simple to make in 10 minutes and the perfect protein-packed snack!
These peanut butter oatmeal balls are wholesome, healthy and the easiest snack to make with 3 ingredients in 5 minutes. They satisfy sweet and salty cravings with the added benefit of protein!
I’m a dip girl through and through. I love them all – salsa, hummus, guacamole, fruit dips…you name it. The healthy dip recipes below are great for serving with fresh fruits and veggies. They have amazing flavor and are super easy to whip up!
Dill Dip Recipe
The best vegetable dip that's light, healthy,and packed with flavor. Perfect with fresh veggies or pita chips. You'll love this Greek yogurt dill dip recipe!
This homemade hummus is is super easy to make, smooth, creamy and perfect for any occasion. Tastes amazing served with fresh veggies, pita bread, chips or crackers.
This is the best guacamole recipe that is easy to make with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, red onion, garlic, cilantro and salsa. Add to tacos or scoop it up with tortilla chips!
Fruit salsa and cinnamon chips – the perfect Summer dessert or appetizer! Fresh, easy and so delicious. My whole family loves this fruit salsa recipe!
Total Time:20 minutesminutes
White Bean Hummus Recipe
This white bean hummus with roasted garlic is so creamy and delicious! It pairs perfectly with fresh vegetables or pita chips and makes a great spread for sandwiches and wraps.
Creamy, easy to make and absolutely delicious! This strawberry fruit dip does excellent at parties, or you can serve it up at home as an extra incentive for kids to eat their fruit. Trust me—it'll work!
The BEST mango salsa that's fresh, full of flavor and combines a little heat with a little sweet. This easy recipe makes the perfect snack, appetizer or topping!
If you are a pickle lover, this dill pickle dip is for you! It's made with cream cheese and loads of chopped pickles and herbs for a creamy irresistible dip ready in 10 minutes.
This 5-ingredientfunfetti dip is a quick and easy dessert dip to enjoy with family and friends. Made with funfetti cake mix, it tastes like cake batter!
Transform your fruit tray into a decadent crowd-pleasing treat with my easy fruit dip recipe. It's easy to whip up with cream cheese, marshmallow creme and orange zest!
Craving something sweet? These healthy sweet snacks are great for when the sugar cravings kick in. They’re healthy, guilt-free and will satisfy those sweet cravings! I’m honestly always craving something sweet, so I make these healthy sweet snacks a lot!
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
This light and refreshing strawberry banana smoothie is creamy, sweet and the perfect breakfast recipe! It's easy to make with 5 simple ingredients, blend and enjoy.
This berry fruit saladis fresh, quick and delicious. Mixed berries are tossed with a honey lime dressing making this easy fruit salad perfect for any summer party!
This yogurt parfait is an easy grab-go option for a healthy breakfast on busy mornings! Ready in 5 minutes with 3 ingredients, it is simple to make with yogurt, granola and fruit.
These rainbow fruit kabobs are a fun fruit appetizer idea that is perfect for any occasion! Healthy, colorful and an easy to make snack with your favorite fruits threaded onto a skewer.
Crockpot applesauce made with four simple ingredients in the slow cooker! Once you've made this easy homemade version, you'll never go back to store-bought.
This acai smoothie is easy to make with a mix of acai juice, berries and banana. It's a delicious blend of healthy nutrients that adds a boost to your morning or afternoon!
Sweet and crunchy these baked apple chips in your oven are a healthy, homemade snack that are easy to make with just apples, cinnamon and a pinch of sugar!
Sweet and crunchyapple nachos recipe layered with sliced apples, peanut butter, honey and chocolate chips. A healthy snack or dessert ready in only 5 quick minutes!
I love to enjoy an after-dinner treat while watching my favorite show or reading a book on the couch. These healthy late night snacks are easy to make and won’t make you feel bad about snacking, I even sometimes make baked homemade fries!
I especially love these cinnamon oat baked apples. I tend to crave sweet treats after dinner and these baked apples seriously taste divine. It tastes like apple pie without all of the calories!
Almond Joy Energy Bites
These almond joy no-bake energy bites are the perfect pre-workout fuel, afternoon snack or late night treat. Much healthier than an almond joy and SO tasty!
Thesecinnamon oat baked apples are an easy and delicious fall dessert. Tender and juicy baked apples are topped with an oatmeal crumble with added pecans for crunch!
These healthy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are chewy and easy to make in bowl. They are gluten-free, dairy free and sugar free with plenty of chocolate and oats!
This healthy pineapple smoothie is creamy, refreshing and tropical. It's easy to make in 5 minutes with 5 ingredients and is a fresh and fruity breakfast or snack!
These baked sweet potato fries are crispy, salty-sweet and coated in savory spices! Easy to make in the oven, they are full of flavor and a favorite healthy snack.
Rainbow honey lime fruit salad filled with fresh strawberries, oranges, bananas, grapes and blueberries. Then topped with a delicious honey lime glaze.
Many on-the-go snacks are often store-bought, which sometimes aren’t as healthy as you think. There can be lots of extra sugar or strange ingredients that are added in, even though the packaging describes the snack as “healthy.” With this list of healthy snacks on-the-go, you know exactly what you’re putting into your food and can feel good about it!
Energy Balls Recipe
This 5 ingredient energy balls recipe is the perfect no bake breakfast or portable snack loaded with good for you ingredients. Made in one bowl in only 5 minutes!
These zucchini chocolate chip muffins are super soft, moist and jam packed with flavor! You'd never know they're loaded with freshly shredded zucchini. Kid approved and freezer-friendly, too!
Lemon coconut energy balls are a healthy, guilt-free, no bake snack with dates, nuts, coconut, chia seeds and lemon juice. No refined sugar plus paleo and Whole30 approved!
Theseroasted pumpkin seeds are the perfect crunchy snack to make after carving your Halloween pumpkin. It's easy to make this pumpkin seed recipe with tasty results!
It only takes three ingredients to make these yummy and healthy frozen yogurt granola berry bites. They are so refreshing during the hot summer months!
These morning glory muffins are hearty, healthy and flavorful! Full of good-for-you ingredients like shredded carrots, grated apples, coconut, nuts and raisins they are great for breakfast!
Soft and fluffy banana zucchini muffins are moist from mashed bananas and shredded zucchini. These healthier muffins are the perfect amount of sweet for breakfast or snack!
It is so important for me to have a bunch of healthy snacks on hand for my kids to enjoy after school, on the weekends or during summer break. They are constantly hungry and asking to snack on something, so these healthy snacks for kids are so convenient. They really help hold them over until the next meal. We especially love to make the frozen berry yogurt bites…they have only 2 ingredients and are such a fun snack!
Ants on a Log
Ants on a log is a classic after-school snack with protein-rich peanut butter, celery and raisins. Stick with the original or get your kids involved in making a tasty variation!
These frozen berry yogurt bites are easy to make with only two ingredients, yogurt and fruit! A simple frozen kid-friendly snack that is healthy and refreshing.
These homemade granola bars are soft, chewy and easy to make with only 5 ingredients! A simple no-bake healthy snack that is so much better than store-bought.
This trail mix recipe is super simple to make and perfect for on-the-go snacks! Ready in 5 minutes and easily customizable with all your favorite mix-in's!
These peanut butter and jelly muffins take a classic combination and package it into a snack size muffin. Enjoy for breakfast or pack for a lunch, both kids and adults love these!
Popsicles for breakfast! Yes, you heard right. These easy breakfast yogurt popsicles are not only delicious but are also packed with summer fruits and topped with a crunchy granola.
EASY homemade popsicles made with just 3 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep. The creamy layers of fresh fruit and yogurt make this frozen dessert the perfect healthy and refreshing treat to cool off with this summer.
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So many great ideas here!
Jamilynn, thank you for this collection, I pinned several of these; my husband and I are working together to reduce our carbs and sugars and so many of them are just right.
Love this!! Always looking for delicious easy healthy snack ideas.
love having all these recipes in one place! great idea for after school snacks to have ready when the kids get home!!!
I am always looking for new ideas for healthy recipes! I pinned three of these for my family!
Thank you very much for the list of 50 snacks. All are great and healthy ideas. Smile BIG! :)
You are very welcome! :)
1/2 cup of pistachios with shells. Peeling the shells is somewhat therapeutic and they take longer to eat. A great snack. I like the salted ones.
Great idea, I love pistachios! Thank you! :)
Just had a Kozy snack, rice pudding. Not a lot of additives I’m it and 120 calories. I think that could be added to the list as a healthy snack.
Great idea! Thanks for sharing it to add to our list! :)
Greek Yogurt for extra protein!
Yum, I love greek yogurt!
Thanks for these ideas! My hubby and I are trying to be more healthy in our eating and exercising. Perfect timing to run across these ideas! Keep the ideas coming:)
I am always looking for healthy snack ideas, so this list has been a life savor to me too! Thanks for stopping by!
I love graham crackers with Nutella and banana!!!
Yum! I love all three of those so I will have to give that snack a try! :)
What a great list! my boys love bananas with honey or peanut butter or sometimes we do nutella.. yum.
this is a great list! my favorites are edamame and apples and peanut butter! laughing cow cheese is on my favorites list too ;)
This was great to wake up to-as an expecting mother always on the go, I feel like I am constantly scrambling for healthy snack ideas. Looking at this list reminds me of the variety out there-now if I can just remember this on grocery day! Also I will add my favorite-clementines. You can’t have just one!