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Popular Snacks for Teens

By Laura Fuentes Updated Jan 7, 2025

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In this post, you’ll find a list of popular snacks for teens you can buy that love to add to their lunch.

At the bottom are snacks teens can make themselves after school that are much healthier than anything you’ll buy online.

an image collage of popular snacks for teens

Snack Ideas for Teens

School lunches for teens need more substance. I recommend you make wraps, send a thermos lunch, or pack a high-protein lunch. As an extra, pack one of these single-serve snacks you can buy in bulk or they can make themselves a healthy after-school snack at home.

Nature Valley Protein Bars
Nature Valley Granola Bars
Granola bars are a staple for hungry teens! The sweetness of the bars satisfies their sweet tooth while providing the necessary protein to quench their hunger!
On Amazon
Babybel Mini Cheeses
Single Cheeses
They were a hit when they were young, they're still loved by teens!
On Amazon Fresh
The Better Fruit Roll Up
Nothing artificial and made with 100% fruit. These teen-friendly fruit rolls are always a fun option.
On Amazon
Rold Gold Tiny Pretzel Twists
These are great for snacking any time of the day. Consider packing some hummus for protein and fiber with these!
Buy the Big Box
88 Acres Granola Bars
Healthier Granola Bars
They taste like a cookie, but healthy(er). These are great to toss in a backpack or have in the pantry for after school.
Pick a Flavor
Goldfish Crackers
It's no secret that teens love to snack on goldfish, and this box could feed a crowd!
Buy the Big Box
Almond Variety Pack
Almond Variety Pack
Almonds are powerfully delicious containing fiber, healthy fats, and protein for when hunger strikes!
On Amazon
Soft Baked Cookies
A treat that makes them feel warm and fuzzy inside.
On Amazon
Kind Bars
Kind Bars are always a favorite. These soft and chewy bars are perfect for the teen with braces!
On Amazon
Skinny Pop Popcorn
Popcorn
High in fiber, popcorn makes a great snack to add to any teen's lunch bag.
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Single Fruit Cups
Fruit is fruit and these fruit cups count too! It's an easy way to pack some extra fruit.
On Amazon
Cereal Pouches
Cereal is not only a great on-the-go breakfast, it makes for an amazing mid-morning snack.
On Amazon
Welch's Fruit Snacks
Fruit Snacks
Have a kid in sports? These are perfect for a quick mid-practice snack for quick carbohydrates.
On Amazon
Beef Jerky Snack
Beef Jerky
Beef Jerky contains high protein, zinc, and iron concentrations. It also has a long shelf life and is great for on-the-go snacking! These are great for after sports games too.
On Amazon
Variety Cookie Packs
I buy these for when it's my turn to bring a "fun" snack to my kid's practice -often paired with apple slices.
Get the Big Box
small bowl of curly apple chips, next to a few fresh apples
Homemade Apple Chips
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Apple chips are pleasantly crisp, full of fiber, and easily made.
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Fruit Skewers
5 from 10 votes
Fruit is nature's candy! The more colors in your teen's diet, the better, and these skewers are a fun way to make it happen.
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Cheese Straws Recipe
4.94 from 30 votes
These easy to assemble 5-ingredient cheese straws are the breadsticks of your teen's dreams!
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MOMables Bento Box
Copycat Starbucks Fruit & Cheese Bento Box
5 from 30 votes
Bentos are fun snacking options because they require minimal prep time, are healthy, and are the best portable option with the right container!
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Whether you buy a snack or make your own, it’s always a great idea to have something handy to feed hungry teens! When in doubt, make a filling sandwich.

by Laura Fuentes
onDecember 12, 2023

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My name is Laura Fuentes
I’m here to help you simplify school lunches with fresh ideas your kids will actually eat.

Mom of 3. Certified in Integrative Nutrition. 5x Cookbook Author.

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