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Easy Swaps for Healthier School Lunches

Are you looking for ways to make your kids’ school lunches healthier? I’ve been sharing healthy school lunch ideas for over a decade, made with fresh, real ingredients. Packing balanced lunches can be simple, and today, I’m going to show you easy swaps to make healthier lunches kids will love.

Homemade Gluten-Free Pop-Tarts

Finally, a gluten-free pop tart with a flaky crust, strawberry center, and iced to perfection. It’s a delicious allergy-friendly treat you can make right at home.

Cinnamon Raisin Fruit Leather

Making your own cinnamon raisin fruit leather at home is simple and since they don’t have any added sugar, they are a fantastic choice as a natural fun snack!

Healthy Homemade Lunchables

If your kids love Lunchables but you want something more filling for school, these homemade Lunchable ideas make it easy to build your own. You’ll find protein-packed versions of the classics, including pizza, tacos, crackers and cheese, nuggets, and more, all easy to customize with foods your kids like. Start with the ideas below, then […]

Thermos Ramen Noodle Soup

Looking for a homemade ramen noodle soup recipe so you can ditch the packaged type? You’ve found just the recipe, and in this post, I’ll show you how to turn it into a thermos ramen soup you can pack for lunch! This is a budget-friendly recipe that’s just as delicious as the classic and much […]

Lunchbox Snack Mix

I’ll show you the 3 easy steps to make this lunchbox snack mix at home and all the tips for packing it for school.

Easy Rotisserie Chicken Wrap

These rotisserie chicken wraps are one of my favorite ways to turn leftover cooked chicken into a fresh, protein-packed school lunch in 5 minutes. Here, you’ll learn how to make them and pack them for school so they stay fresh until lunchtime.

Homemade Lara Bars Recipe

The perfect snack that’s filling, nutritious, and made with easy pantry staples! One batch of these homemade Lara bars and you’ll never buy them again!

Easy School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Mornings are often the busiest time of day, especially during the school year. Working to get everyone out the door for work and school and be a challenge, which is where these easy breakfast ideas for kids will be sure to come in handy, all year long. These breakfast ideas are not only fun but […]

Homemade Lunchables Nachos

If your kids love the store-bought nacho Lunchables, making them at home is an easy way to use better ingredients while keeping everything they love. Here, you’ll learn how to build one, make it a filling lunch, and keep it all fresh until lunchtime.

Homemade Lunchables Pizza

You’re about to learn how to pull a homemade pizza lunchable together in minutes, along with tips for keeping it fresh and tasty till lunchtime!

Nut-Free Nutella with Sunflower Seeds

This recipe is simple to make in a high-speed blender or a food processor and it’s the perfect nut-free Nutella substitute. Whether you have nut allergies or your school requires nut-free lunches, this recipe is one that won’t last long. 

Lunch Box Quinoa Salad

This is one healthy school lunch idea your kids will be excited to eat! Quinoa salad is flavorful, colorful and fun! You can think of it as a lettuce-free salad packed with variety, nutrition, and flavor- let me show you how to make it.

Strawberry Fruit Yogurt Recipe

Learn how to make this Strawberry Fruit Yogurt Recipe at home for a healthy treat your kids can enjoy at home or school!

LunchBots Review: Sturdy, Fun, and Versatile

I’ve been sharing lunch recipes online for a long time, and packing lunches for even longer. I’ve tested many types of lunchboxes through the years and settled on 5 favorite lunch containers. Today, I’m sharing all about LunchBots. But first, see my top five picks, in this review video.