Back to School Recipes

Arm yourself with grab-and-go breakfasts, make-ahead lunches and healthy school snacks you know your kids will love. Then, let our easy dinners come to the rescue after a long day.

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    Apricot Leather

    Since it's not sticky, this is a tasty, nutritious snack that's perfect to take along on whatever trail you travel....


    Snack Mix Squares

    13 reviews

    A fun snack mix pressed into chewy bars, this treat is popular with kids of all ages. Someone is always...


    No-Bake Cereal Bars

    32 reviews

    With two kinds of cereal and peanut butter, these bars taste almost like candy. —Pauline Christiansen, Columbus, Kansas


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    Orange Cookies

    17 reviews

    Soft, tender and filled with bright, zippy orange juice and zest, our orange cookies with a homemade icing are sure...


    Beary Cute Cookies

    2 reviews

    These cheery and cute cookies will delight kids of all ages! I like to make fun foods but don't care...


    White Chocolate Cereal Bars

    2 reviews

    A friend shared with me this fresh take on traditional crispy treats. My husband loves them, and I feel so...


    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

    8 reviews

    We pack our pumpkin chocolate chip bars with the aromas and flavors that make fall so comforting and delicious. And...


    So-Easy Snack Mix

    I eat this tasty treat just as much as (if not more than) the kids! Have fun with it by...

    Trail Mix

    2 reviews

    With nuts, raisins, M&M's and coconut, this is a super snack. In small gingham bags, it made wonderful party favors...


    Apple and Peanut Butter Stackers

    1 review

    The best way to get kids interested in cooking and eating right is to let them help. These apple and...


    Mini Barbecue Meat Loaves

    47 reviews

    Cheesy, tangy, and super juicy, these mini loaves are a total treat.


    S’more Bars

    81 reviews

    These great-tasting bars will bring back sweet campfire memories, whether they're served as an after-school snack or for dessert. —Lisa...


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    Soft Pretzels

    11 reviews

    This beloved snack is a staple at German beer halls and breweries, but why make the trip when it's this...


    Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas

    12 reviews

    Take advantage of seasonal fruits, and add a pop of color to simple cookies with these adorable sugar cookie fruit...


    Chewy Energy Bars

    28 reviews

    This energy bar recipe is quick to make and easy to store. My husband and I put these homemade granola...


    Sweet Potato Cookies

    7 reviews

    Sick of pumpkin recipes? Bake a batch of these fall-spiced sweet potato cookies instead.


    Fire Truck Cookies

    I created these simple snacks as part of fire safety program at the school. The activities also included a visit...

    Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

    15 reviews

    Soft, chewy oatmeal breakfast bars have a hint of orange marmalade for a fun change from the usual granola bars....


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    Drop Sugar Cookies

    7 reviews

    These drop sugar cookies are oh-so simple to whip up and easy to decorate to fit any party theme.


    Pumpkin Streusel Muffins

    18 reviews

    These pumpkin streusel muffins have a rich pumpkin flavor and a sweet, crumbly topping. They’ll make any fall or winter...


    M&M Snack Mix

    3 reviews

    This colorful snack mix, shared by Billie Blanton of Kingsport, Tennessee, will satisfy a "sweet tooth" or "salty tooth"!


    Crispy Chocolate Log

    4 reviews

    "Our teacher challenged our class to use the microwave for more than defrosting and reheating leftovers," write Michael Saunders and...


    Ham Roll-Ups

    9 reviews

    You only need four ingredients to make these ham roll-ups: deli ham, cream cheese, olives and green onions.

    Simply Fudgy Brownies

    3 reviews

    I don't know where I got this recipe, but I've had it for over 30 years - it's written on...


    Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcakes

    My husband's love for classic peanut butter and jelly inspired this recipe. The strawberry buttercream and peanut butter frosting are...


    Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

    10 reviews

    If these bars have been refrigerated for more than 1 hour, let them stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Freeze.


    Orange Punch

    5 reviews

    Made with only four ingredients, orange punch is just what every family-friendly party needs. Topped with sherbet, it has a...


    Halloween Snack Mix

    6 reviews

    Here is a simple snack mix I created on the spur of the moment. It's easy to toss together for...


    Almond Bars

    12 reviews

    "This is one of my favorite recipes for last-minute school bake sales," writes Sandy Kerrison from her home in Lockport,...