18 After-School Snacks Kids Will Love

From recipes for granola bars and fruit dip to heavier fare like roll-ups and mini meat loaves, kids will love these after-school snacks.

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Honey Cinnamon Rollups

This cinnamony treat reminds me of baklava, but with only a few easy ingredients, it’s a fraction of the work. My Aunt Adele shared the recipe with me, and I think of her whenever I make it. —Sue Falk, Warren, Michigan

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Fruit Kabobs with Cream Cheese Dip

Total Time 15 min
Servings 6 kabobs (1-1/4 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator: These fruity kabobs are so refreshing on a warm day. They're also a quick and easy treat for get-togethers. —Kathleen Hedger, Godfrey, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob with 3 tablespoons dip: 184 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 94mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
3/18

Chicken & Bacon Roll-Ups

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: My children like these roll-ups so much that they ask for them every day for lunch during the summer. Whenever I have leftover chicken or turkey breast, this is a delicious way to use it up. —Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 43 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
4/18

Homemade Honey Grahams

Total Time 25 min
Servings 32 crackers
From the Recipe Creator: The way my boys eat them, I would spend a fortune on honey graham crackers at the grocery store. So I decided to make a homemade version that is less processed—and less expensive. These are wonderful, although they still don't last long. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 cracker: 60 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 89mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
5/18

ABC Cheese Dip

Total Time 10 min
Servings 1 cup
From the Recipe Creator: My children like this dip because the seasoning is mild. You can use plain veggie sticks or cut out numbers and letters from the sweet peppers. —Kimberly Miller, Norfolk, Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 103 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 199mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
6/18

Mini Burgers with the Works

Total Time 30 min
Servings 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I started preparing these mini burgers several years ago as a creative way to use up bread crusts accumulating in my freezer. They're delicious. —Linda Lane, Bennington, Vermont
Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 68 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 153mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
7/18

Cheesy Quesadillas

Total Time 15 min
Servings 12 pieces
From the Recipe Creator: We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 111 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
8/18

Ranch Popcorn

Total Time 20 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: What’s movie night at home without some popcorn to munch? Try a big tub of this buttery, showstopping blend. It’s easy, cheesy and finger-lickin’ good. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 188 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
9/18

Granola Trail Mix

Total Time 5 min
Servings 11 cups
From the Recipe Creator: My family has always enjoyed this crunchy four-ingredient snack. When we go camping, each person includes one additional ingredient like mini marshmallows, corn chips or cookie pieces. The taste is never the same, and we're often surprised by the combinations. —Shelley Riddlespurger, Amarillo, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 331 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
10/18

Peanut Butter Granola Pinwheels

Total Time 10 min
Servings 16 pinwheels
From the Recipe Creator: I came across this easy and tasty snack while searching online for healthy munchies for kids. Great for after school, it's really quick to make and filling enough to hold the kids until dinner. To satisfy heftier appetites or to serve as a power lunch, cut each tortilla into fewer pieces or provide one per child. The recipe is easy to increase as needed. —Mary Haluch, Ludlow, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 60 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
11/18

Party Pretzels

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Not only are these a perfect mid-morning or afternoon snack at work, they're perfect for hungry kids just home from school. Plus, they make for fantastic party food! —Carrie Shaub, Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 89 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
12/18

Pizza Roll-Ups

Total Time 35 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Since getting this recipe from our 4-H club, it's been a regular after-school snack. We like to dunk these bite-sized pizza treats, made with refrigerated crescent rolls, in spaghetti sauce. —Donna Klettke, Wheatland, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 roll-up: 94 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 206mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
13/18

Lemony Fruit Dip

Total Time 10 min
Servings 12 servings (1/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator: As a way to encourage my kids to eat more fruit, I prepare this fluffy dip several times a month. Partygoers also appreciate a more nutritious snack option. —Sonja Whitchurch, St. Thomas, Ontario
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 73 calories, 3g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
14/18

Fruit Skewers

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator: We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It's easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob with 2 tablespoons dip: 147 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
15/18

Chewy Honey Granola Bars

Total Time 25 min
Servings 20 servings
From the Recipe Creator: There's sweetness from the honey, chewiness from the raisins, hints of chocolate and cinnamon, and a bit of crunch. To save a few for later, wrap individual bars and place in a resealable freezer container. When you want a satisfying treat on short notice, just grab one and let it thaw for a few minutes. —Tasha Lehman, Williston, Vermont
Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 178 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
16/18

Apple Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 cups salsa
From the Recipe Creator: Both my husband and I were raised on farms, and we prefer home cooking to eating out. That works out fine since I love trying new recipes! I've served this apple salsa as an appetizer and a snack. Plus, it's sweet enough to be a dessert. It's easy to transport besides. —Carolyn Brinkmeyer, Golden, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 4 chips with 1/4 cup salsa: 121 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
17/18

Chocolaty Chips

Total Time 15 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My two little guys can't get enough of this sweet and salty snack that uses just three ingredients and is ready to eat in 15 minutes. The boys like to drizzle on the melted chocolate. Sometimes we replace the potato chips with apple slices. —Jami Geittmann, Greendale, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 140 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 75mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
18/18

Ice Cream Cone Treats

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this recipe as a way for my grandkids to enjoy Rice Krispies treats without getting sticky hands. You can also pack the cereal mixture into paper cups and insert a wooden pop stick to create pops. —Mabel Nolan, Vancouver, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 174 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 142mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.