55 Kid-Friendly Picnic Food Ideas

Hello, summer! It's time to pack up your picnic basket with these kid-friendly recipes and soak up some sun.

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Chocolate Chip, PB & Banana Sandwiches

Total Time 10 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I love finding new ways to combine peanut butter, chocolate and bananas. I was shocked when my nephews (who are very picky eaters) loved these sammies. —Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 502 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 394mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 7g fiber), 15g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Coconut Granola

Total Time 3 hours 45 min
Servings 6 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Here's a versatile treat with a taste of the tropics. Change the recipe up a bit by using dried pineapples or other tropical fruits instead of cherries. —Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 343 calories, 19g fat (12g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
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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.
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Lemony Snack Mix

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2-3/4 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: I'm on a gluten-restricted diet. I came up with this snack mix one day when I wanted something fast and easy that tasted like lemon bars. It makes a great gift, and folks love the light and fresh citrus flavor. —Patricia Sensenich, Olanthe, Kansas
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 288 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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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.

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Chicken Avocado Wrap

Total Time 50 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this chicken avocado wrap while trying to figure out what to make for lunch one day. The recipe is now a favorite at my house. —Shiva Houshidari, Plano, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 329 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.

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Mustard Pretzel Nuggets

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This quick and fun snack is similar to the mustard pretzels you can buy at the store, but you can make it for a fraction of the price. It's a killer recipe for all kinds of parties and football gatherings. —Sarah Mathews, Ava Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 411mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.

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So-Easy Snack Mix

Total Time 5 min
Servings 4 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: I eat this tasty treat just as much as (if not more than) the kids! Have fun with it by adding other goodies into the mix, like nuts, cereal, pretzels and more. —Jeff King, Duluth, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 195 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 104mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Sesame-Garlic Pumpkin Seeds

Total Time 45 min
Servings 2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This "everything" mix of pumpkin seeds with other seeds and seasoning is a fun treat—a lively way to use the seeds left over from your Halloween jack-o’-lantern! —Danielle Lee, West Palm Beach, Florida.
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 95 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Turkey Club Sandwich with Chipotle

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: We’re crazy for turkey club sandwiches. A nearby roadside stand carries gorgeous tomatoes every summer. We load up, then stuff our sandwiches with the usual suspects, plus smoked turkey and cheese. —Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 416 calories, 18g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1265mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 37g protein.
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Sesame-Garlic Pumpkin Seeds

Total Time 45 min
Servings 2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This "everything" mix of pumpkin seeds with other seeds and seasoning is a fun treat—a lively way to use the seeds left over from your Halloween jack-o’-lantern! —Danielle Lee, West Palm Beach, Florida.
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 95 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Slow Cooker Candied Nuts

Total Time 2 hours 10 min
Servings 4 cups
From the Recipe Creator: I like giving spiced nuts as holiday gifts. This slow-cooker recipe with ginger and cinnamon is so good, you just might use it all year long. —Yvonne Starlin, Westmoreland, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 327 calories, 31g fat (7g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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PBJ on a Stick

Total Time 10 min
Servings 4 skewers
From the Recipe Creator: Take the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich on the go with these skewers. They also make easy snacks. —Sara Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 2 skewers: 415 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 368mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 7g fiber), 13g protein.
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Cheddar-Pecan Crisps

Total Time 40 min
Servings 24 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Lots of holiday treats are sweet. For a change of pace, I fill goodie bags with my cheese crackers. The recipe has a large yield, but you can freeze the dough logs to bake later. —Heather Necessary, Shamokin Dan, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 cracker: 27 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 19mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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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.
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Turkey Tea Sandwiches with Basil Mayonnaise

Total Time 15 min
Servings 20 tea sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator: Basil mayonnaise is the secret to these tasty little sandwiches. Keep any extra mayo in the fridge to spread on other sandwiches, stir into egg salad or layer on pizza crust before topping it with other ingredients. —Lara Pennell, Mauldin, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 tea sandwich: 90 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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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.
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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.
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Cream Cheese Fruit Dip

Total Time 5 min
Servings 1 cup
From the Recipe Creator: Color it Christmas with a platter of red and green apple slices piled ’round a bowl of this yummy no-fuss cream cheese fruit dip! The dip also goes well with strawberries, grapes and kiwi.
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 179 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 95mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Cheese Crispies

Total Time 35 min
Servings 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: For years I’ve taken these crispy, crunchy snacks to work. They get high marks from everybody in the teachers lounge. —Eileen Ball, Cornelius, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 cracker: 87 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Garlic & Onion Cashews

Total Time 15 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: You'll be set for either a quick snack or an easy hostess gift when you use this recipe. —Anndrea Bailey, Huntington Beach, California
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 237 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 754mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Lunch Box Chicken Wrap

Total Time 10 min
Servings 1 serving
From the Recipe Creator: This lunchbox-friendly wrap is a tasty way to use leftover chicken and get kids to eat more veggies. Using colorful, thin strips of vegetables adds visual interest when the wrap is cut into slices. Suddenly spinach is too pretty to refuse. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 324 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 441mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Nuts and Seeds Trail Mix

Total Time 5 min
Servings 5 cups
From the Recipe Creator: A filling blend of nuts, seeds, chocolate chips and dried fruit keeps you healthy by the handful. —Kristin Rimkus, Snohomish, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 336 calories, 25g fat (6g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 96mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
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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.
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Champion Roast Beef Sandwiches

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I have time, I like to prepare a roast with this much-requested recipe in mind. But when I need a quick meal in a hurry, I use deli roast beef with delicious results.
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 318 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 1401mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein.
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Parmesan Ranch Popcorn

Total Time 10 min
Servings 3-1/2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: Whether you need a quick gift idea or yummy munchies for movie night, we've got you covered with this cheesy twist on regular popped popcorn. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 112 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 243mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Really Good Snack Mix

Total Time 55 min
Servings about 7 cups
From the Recipe Creator: I grew tired of my family picking through a snack mix for their favorite ingredients and leaving the rest. So I experimented using only their most-loved mix-ins and came up with this recipe. Now there's never any left! —Lori Genske, Waldo, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 180 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 269mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.
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Snack Crackers

Total Time 5 min
Servings 12 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Our 13-year-old daughter, Dana, loves to make this crunchy and flavorful snack for us. Her four older brothers finish off a batch in no time. —Sue Manel, Milladore, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 237 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 780mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Turkey & Apricot Wraps

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: For these wraps, I combined the traditional Southern appetizer of jam and cream cheese with the turkey, apple and Brie sandwiches we ate at my bridal luncheon. I like to sneak fresh spinach into recipes because it has such a mild flavor. —Kim Beavers, North August, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 312 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 655mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
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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.
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Kiddie Crunch Mix

Total Time 10 min
Servings 6 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This no-bake snack mix is a delightful treat for kids, and you can easily increase the amount to fit your needs. Place in individual bags, or pour some into colored ice cream cones for a fun presentation. —Kara de la Vega, Santa Rosa, California
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 266 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Peanut Butter and Bacon Sandwich

Total Time 10 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I often craved peanut butter and bacon toast while pregnant. I tried a friend’s peanut butter with chile pepper in it and loved it. The little zip truly made the sandwich better.—Carolyn Eskew, Dayton, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 461 calories, 26g fat (6g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 664mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 6g fiber), 21g protein.
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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.
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Ranch Snack Mix

Total Time 15 min
Servings 32 servings (6 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: This is a wonderful fast-to-fix munchie. The recipe makes tons and doesn't involve any cooking. It's a cinch to package in individual snack bags, it keeps its crunch and it's a savory alternative to the cakes and pies usually offered at bake sales. —Linda Murphy, Pulaski, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 185 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Beef ‘n’ Cheese Wraps

Total Time 10 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These make-ahead wraps are delicious, portable and ideal for picnics and tailgates. Enjoy them whole or slice them into 1-inch pieces to serve them as an appetizer. They also make an excellent lunch on the go. —Sue Sibson, Howard, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 whole wrap: 657 calories, 35g fat (20g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 1431mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 38g protein.
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Chia Seed Protein Bites

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I keep these little bites on hand in my refrigerator and grab them for breakfast or a snack when I'm in a hurry. We have a lot of food allergies in our family and I like to keep healthy snacks around that everyone can eat. This recipe has no gluten, eggs, dairy or corn, so it's the perfect go-to treat in our house. —Tanja Miller, Peoria, Arizona
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 79 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Layered Picnic Loaves

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 loaves (12 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator: This big sandwich, inspired by one I tried at a New York deli, is a favorite with our football-watching crowd. Made ahead, it's easily carted to any gathering. Kids and adults alike say it's super. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 341 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 991mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Cranberry Dark Chocolate Trail Mix

Total Time 5 min
Servings 6 cups
From the Recipe Creator: A close friend once gave me a jar of trail mix that was absolutely delicious. My re-creation comes pretty close to the original and is truly one of my favorite snacks! —Nancy Johnson, Laverne, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 176 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 16mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Nut Butter Cups

Total Time 20 min
Servings 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: My indulgent, nutty treat is simple to make and looks fabulous. At our house, we use all-natural ingredients for them. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Nutrition Facts: 1 date nut bite: 293 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein.
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Roast Beef Finger Sandwiches

Total Time 15 min
Servings 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These simple sandwiches are ideal for a bridal shower, brunch or high tea, when the menu is a bit more substantial. The mustard adds a nice kick without being overly spicy. —Anndrea Bailey, Huntington Beach, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 tea sandwich: 98 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Apple and Peanut Butter Stackers

Total Time 10 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The best way to get kids interested in cooking and eating right is to let them help. These apple and peanut butter "sandwiches" are one fun way to pique their interest and kitchen creativity. —Shirley Warren, Thiensville, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 110 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 70mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Focaccia Sandwiches

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: Slices of this pretty sandwich make any casual get-together more special. Add or change ingredients to your taste. —Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 113 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 405mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Homemade Peanut Butter

Total Time 15 min
Servings about 1 cup
From the Recipe Creator: We eat a lot of peanut butter, so I decided to make my own. My homemade version is easier on my wallet, and I know what ingredients are in it. It's also a lot tastier! —Marge Austin, North Pole, Alaska
Nutrition Facts: 1 tablespoon: 111 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 75mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 fat.
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Thyme-Sea Salt Crackers

Total Time 35 min
Servings about 7 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These homemade crackers are decidedly light and crispy. An addictive snack on their own, they also pair well with a sharp white cheddar. —Jessica Wirth, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts: 1 cracker: 23 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 45mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Cranberry Turkey Wraps

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Fruity and flavorful, these hefty grab-and-go handfuls are quick to assemble, easy to handle and low in calories. We often take them in a cooler to the local stock show and eat them in the stands. Everyone seems to love them! —Bobbie Keefer, Byers, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 374 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 1477mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Monster Munchies

Total Time 30 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Magically transform squash or pumpkin seeds into a spellbinding snack with ranch salad dressing mix. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 350 calories, 23g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 481mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 9g fiber), 9g protein.
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Double-Duty Heavenly Applesauce

Total Time 6 hours 25 min
Servings 8 servings plus leftover
From the Recipe Creator: Every year my husband and I take our two daughters to an orchard to pick apples so we can make this luscious applesauce for family and neighbors. —Jennifer Purcell, Vermilion, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 211 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 4g fiber), 0 protein.
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Peanut Butter, Honey & Pear Open-Faced Sandwiches

Total Time 10 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I work a 12-hour night shift at a hospital, and when I come home in the morning, I don't want to cook a big breakfast. I love these sandwiches because they're versatile; sometimes I use apples instead of pears and different cheeses, such as Brie or grated Parmesan. —L.J.Washington, Carpinteria, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 open-faced sandwich: 268 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 446mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
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Sweet Chipotle Pretzels

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Pretzels are a great snack food. I love this recipe because it is sweet as well as spicy, but not too spicy. It's a great combination for munching. —Geraldine Saucier, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 209 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Flying Saucers

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4-6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These handy pita pocket sandwiches can be filled and served ready to eat... or you can set up a make-your-own buffet with ingredients that the kids can choose to suit themselves.
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 539 calories, 39g fat (12g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1647mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
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Zesty Snack Mix

Total Time 30 min
Servings about 10 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Reveals Jeanette Grantstein of Wichita, Kansas, "This crisp snack mix is a mouthwatering combination of sweet and spicy. I've taken it to numerous gatherings. Make a bowlful when the munchies hit."—Jeanette Grantstein, Wichita, Kansas
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 258 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 384mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Yogurt & Honey Fruit Cups

Total Time 10 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A tasty combo of fresh fruit and creamy orange-kissed yogurt, this is guaranteed to disappear fast from your breakfast table. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 97 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 starch.
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Homemade Potato Chips

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Forget buying a bag of potato chips at the grocery store when you can make these at home. This quick and easy recipe will delight everyone in the family. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 176 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Fruity Peanut Butter Pitas

Total Time 5 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My kids ask for these pita sandwiches all the time. They haven’t noticed that as good as the pitas taste, they’re good for them too.—Kim Holmes, Emerald Park, Saskatchewan
Nutrition Facts: 1 pita half: 324 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 320mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 6g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 starch, 1 fruit, 1 lean meat.
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Turkey Ranch Wraps

Total Time 10 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Here's a cool idea that's ready to gobble up in no time. It's a terrific use for deli turkey. Just add lettuce, tomato, green pepper, shredded cheese and ranch dressing for a flavorful blend. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 403 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 601mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein.