If your kids are anything like mine, they’re ready for a snack the moment they are done with school. These healthy after-school snack ideas are perfect for kids who have afternoon munchies!

My kids love snacks so much that I wrote a cookbook filled with the Best Homemade Snacks on the Planet, and between the book and all the snack recipes on this website, I never run out of ideas!
Quick After-School Snack Ideas
Apple Nachos
For this easy snack, you’ll simply slice some apples, and cover them with your child’s favorite toppings like mini chocolate c hips, shreddec coconut or a peanut butter drizzle.
Bites & Bars
After School Snacks with Fruits & Veggies
Related: School snack ideas you can pack for kids!
After-School Snack Charcuterie for Kids
Lastly, you can use ingredients from your fridge and pantry to make a healthy after-school snack charcuterie board like this one.
Grab a few ingredients and pair them with your child’s favorite dip, like hummus or ranch dressing, and you’ll have a healthy snack in no time.
- Crackers
- Fruits
- Fresh Veggies
- Sliced sandwich meats
- Popcorn
- Cheese slices
If you are looking for more healthy recipes for school, check out these healthy lunch ideas for school and my favorite family dinner ideas!
Love visuals? Watch this quick video for after-school snack inspiration!
Healthy After School Snack Ideas for Kids
Ingredients
For the After School Snack Board
- 2 apples, sliced
- 1 oz cheese, thinly sliced
- 2-4 energy bites or, optional
- 2 oz whole grain crackers, optional
- 1 oz dried fruit, raisins or apples
For the Dip
- 6 oz vanilla Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon peanut butter
Instructions
- Arrange the apple slices on a small board along with the sliced cheese. If using energy bites, arrange a couple on the board; otherwise, use some whole-grain crackers to pair with the cheese instead.
- Place the dried fruit in the middle of the board, if using. The photo shows dried apples but a small handful of raisins, prunes, or other dried fruits is great too!
- Directly in the yogurt cup, mix the yogurt and peanut butter. You can also use a nut-free butter alternative.
- Place the dip on the board and enjoy!
Chrissy
What are the little disks with choc chips, syrup, and coconut on them? Looks great!
MOMables - Laura
Oh gosh! I was updating the list and forgot to include them. They are simply sliced apples with a little drizzle of peanut butter and sprinkled unsweetened coconut.I hope you enjoy them!
Kimberly
We have totally been in an after-school-snack rut! These ideas are super helpful, I know my kids are going to love those cheese twists and the snack bites!
Karen
Thanks for the ideas. My kids go crazy for a fresh, warm loaf of homemade bread right out of the oven. They consider it a great snack with some cheese or cold cuts any time of day…. especially after school when they arrive home famished! For the recipe I have nick-named “the spontaneous breadmaker’s dream come true!”
Anca
Baked apple chips are a tasty snack , my baby and I both love it …Though you can also replace cinnamon with vanilla stick ,
Thanks ! :))
Cari
Thx for the great ideas!!! Am going to make the Energy Bars and Carrot/Zucchini tomorrow (need to hit the market for a zucchini =).
Keep the ideas coming!!! Thx!
Cari
Austin, TX
Marcos Chapman
One of the ways I do this is by bringing a whole carrot in the car when I pick up the kids from school. It takes about 20 mintues or so to drive home, and they nibble on the carrot on the way home. I also try to organise dinner earlier in the cooler months (so missing out on afternoon tea) and then a fruit snack later. For me, the focus is on high fibre, minimially processed food…and food I prepare myself (so I know what’s in it).
MOMables
Great idea Marcos! I am going to have to try the whole carrot thing!