We all need a sweet treat now and then. Mine is always chocolate–I can’t get enough! I know my kids like to have a little dessert in their school lunches, and I like to know what I’m giving them.
Have you looked at the ingredients in some of the packaged desserts? I prefer to give my kids healthier treats most of the time, saving store-bought desserts for special times. Plus, some of us have to watch out for certain ingredients because of our children’s allergies.
And if you’re looking for something sweet but smart to include in lunch, we’ve got you covered there too! Here are healthy desserts for your kids’ school lunches that you’ll feel good about packing.
School Desserts
Whether your kids love chocolate, parfaits, or baked treats, there’s something for everyone and each of these desserts are easy to pack into the lunch bag.
I share more healthy and sweet ideas in the video below and in the 35 healthy treats post that the entire family will enjoy.
You’ll find things recipes for no-bake treats, ice cream, and chocolate cake! All made with clean and simple ingredients.
Pack these easy, delicious, healthy desserts in your kids’ lunches and they won’t even know they’re nutritious!
Keep checking back here at MOMables to make mealtime a little easier.
5 Healthy Lunch Desserts for School
Ingredients
Chocolate Avocado Pudding
- 3 bananas
- 2 avocados, peeled and pitted
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the bananas, avocados, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla into a food processor or blender, blend until smooth.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Julia
Love the chocolate-dipped oranges idea! My son loves chocolate (the darker, the better) and I’ve found that packing him a small chocolate treat motivates him to eat more of his healthy lunch. Often, I just pack him a small square of dark chocolate, but I bet he’d love the orange slices for a change.