I have found that in our household packaged kids snacks drive up my grocery bill, don’t keep the kids full for very long, and make a lot of packaging waste. And many moms I talk to say the same. I still buy some convenience options, but when I can, there are a few easy options I make over and over again to keep the snack monsters happy.

My Creamy Protein Hot Chocolate is a cozy and delicious way to get a full 30g of protein and it’s a hit with all my smoothie lovers that just can’t stomach the thought of a cold smoothie on these cold winter mornings!

These Sunshine Smoothie Popsicles are not just for kids! My Sunshine Smoothie Popsicles are a perfect after dinner treat for adults that want to add more veggies and protein into their diet - without it feeling boring! They are packed with fibre, collagen protein and antioxidants. And their vibrant colour will bring a little brightness into these dark winter months.

Looking for a fun and festive way to get into the holiday spirit - that’s also healthy?

These are one of my favorite treats - Gingerbread Energy bites! These nut free, sugar free, kid friendly snacks will be a hit at any holiday get together, but they’re also just a great healthy option to have on hand for everyday snacking.

This is one of those perfectly simple, perfectly delicious cookie recipes that come in so handy around the holidays. I made them gluten-free so that everyone in my family could enjoy them (we have some celiacs!), but you could substitute spelt flour or regular white flour for the gluten-free flour instead if you prefer. My kids had a lot of fun squishing and rolling out the dough and choosing their shapes- this will be a go-to recipe all season long! (Next time I may even make some icing to decorate with!)

You know those moments when you just need a little something, but not a full-on dessert? A weeknight, for instance, when you’re curling up after dinner to watch TV. Apple nachos are where it’s at. They’re more fun than just a basic piece of fruit…but they’re not so indulgent that you can’t eat them… every day. In fact, your health would likely improve if you did! We love it.

As someone who easily gets tired of hummus… I’m truly obsessed with this recipe. The flavours are bright and tangy, and it pairs perfectly with veggies or pita. Plus, artichokes and beans are both fantastic sources of FIBRE, which is a key component of keeping our gut microbiome happily in balance. I like to make this for gatherings around the holidays, or any appy night with friends to add a fresh, nourishing option to the spread.

These little Tropical Mango Coconut Oatmeal Bites make a great quick breakfast or snack and they’re really simple to whip up. They’re especially great for kids as an alternative to packaged snacks, and they travel well in a diaper bag!

This is my favourite “formula” for a trail mix snack. I like to use a mix of nuts and seeds, dried fruits, something crunch, and chocolate of course. My current plant based trail mix combination is included, but really the sky is the limit in terms of combinations!

Chocolate Brownie Energy Bites are a well balanced snack with healthy fats and protein. These energy bites are simple to make and perfect for a mid-day energy boost or sneaky dessert without a ton of processed sugar. Enjoy!