10 Ideas for Healthy Halloween Snacks Kids Will Love

Halloween is upon us. And that means candy, candy, and more candy. And while Id like to hide my kids from all things sugary and florescent, letting them eat some sweet stuff this time of year seems like part of the parenting deal. But that doesnt mean it has to be all they eat. In fact, having a few healthy alternatives to candy might even be a welcome break from all those sweets. Kids still need protein, fruits, vegetables, and fiber. So give them the best of both worlds by offering up some of these kid-friendly, healthier options during your Halloween festivities.

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  Spooky Halloween Fruit Skewers

  These Halloween-themed fruit skewers have a festive palette, and loads of healthy fresh fruit to boot. And, fruit on a stick means your ghosts and goblins won't need to mess up their face paint to have a healthy snack.
  Make Halloween fruit skewers
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  Jack-o-Lantern Sweet Potato Fries

  These yummy fries are brimming with healthy vegetable goodness, packed into tasty bite-sized, pumpkin-shaped rounds.
  Make jack-o-lantern sweet potato fries
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  Apple Chips

  Homemade apple chips are easy to make, and so fun to eat. Our version is sugar free, so these are chips you can feel great about.
  Make homemade apple chips
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  Homemade Granola Bars

  Need some satisfaction on the go? Try these crunchy, gooey granola bars. Just right for trick-or-treaters who need some extra pick up while out on the job.
  Make homemade granola bars
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  Homemade Fruit Leather

  Did you know you can make your own fruit leather? It's easier than you'd think. And kids love these healthy, homemade snacks.
  Make mango lime fruit leather
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  FruitaB Fruity Mummies

  These tiny, festive, and fruity mummies are a fun Halloween craft and a tasty Halloween treat!
  Make fruitaB fruity mummies
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  Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

  We know you're going to have some pumpkin seeds kicking around, why not make them into a healthy snack? Click below for the recipe for this classic fall snack.
  Make roasted pumpkin seeds
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  Pumpkin Hummus

  Pumpkin hummus is a delicious and super healthy snack that will add a quick jolt of protein to tiny tummies.
  Make pumpkin hummus
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  Homemade Fruit Snacks

  Sure these are sweet, but they also have real fruit, so they're a great alternative to the straight-up sweet stuff at parties and Halloween gatherings.
  Make homemade fruit snacks
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  Naturally Sweet Carrot Apple Mini Muffins

  These cute mini muffins are made with wholesome fruits and vegetables, and sweetened naturally. They're a great finger food for little hands.
  Make carrot apple mini muffins
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10 Healthy & Homemade Nut-Free Snacks for the Lunchbox

This year I am packing my daughters lunch two days a week and sending her to school with a snack four days a week. Like all parents, when packing her food I do my best to send her with things that are healthy and homemade. I want a balance of protein, fruit, vegetables, and whole grains in her bag whenever possible. Luckily she doesnt have any allergies, but there are lots of kids in her class that do. Therefore we have to pack food that is completely nut-free and preferably even made in a facility that processes nuts. This can be a challenge to people like me who are used to whipping up peanut butter sandwiches on the double. But, there are lots of great nut-free snacks out there if you look around. Here are a few of our favorites!

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  Blueberry Flax Muffins

  A muffin can make a great lunchbox snack because it is so portable and is just the right size for little hands. This muffin is completely nut free and is even given a healthy boost by the addition of flax seed. The nice balance of whole grains and fruit makes it a delicious, nutritious snack any day of the week!
  Make blueberry flax muffins
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  Watermelon Legos

  Watermelon is always a tasty treat at snack time. By using an apple corer you can make watermelon into these adorable shapes that will make your kids smile when they open their snack trap that day!
  Make watermelon legos
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  Nut-Free Granola Bar

  It can be frustrating that so many granola bars contain peanuts are or made in a plant that processes peanuts. This awesome nut-free granola bar is completely easy to make in your own kitchen and is a perfectly healthy snack for any lunchbox.
  Make nut free granola bars
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  Rainbow Fruit Skewers

  Fruit is always a great snack for kids. It delivers vitamins, healthy sugars, and kids always like the flavors. These rainbow skewers give fruit a playful twist and make it easy for your child to eat the very nutritious rainbow you've packed.
  Make rainbow fruit skewers
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  Strawberry Banana Bread

  This bread is totally nut-free and makes for a tasty snack in the afternoon. Even better, cut two thin slices and put a thin spread of cream cheese between them to make a healthy afternoon nut-free snack sandwich.
  Make strawberry banana bread
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  Apple Chips

  Apple chips are such a cinch to make and kids adore them in their lunchbox. Flavor them with cinnamon-sugar or just leave them plain. Either way they are nut-free and are a healthy, portable snack for school.
  Make apple chips
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  Grape Jiggle Cups

  These jiggle cups are made with your favorite all-natural grape juice and real grapes. Pack them with an ice pack in the lunchbox and they'll easily last until snack time. Kids will love the cool look and appreciate the fun approach to the healthy snack.
  Make grape jiggle cups
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  Homemade Yogurt

  Homemade yogurt is so healthy and easy to make. Stir in your child's favorite fruit to give it a new, fresh flavor every time you pack it. Packed in screw top container next to an ice pack in an insulated lunchbox it will easily stay fresh until snack time.
  Make homemade yogurt
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  Lunchables

  These awesome homemade lunchables are a great nut-free lunchbox snack. Pack your child's favorite cracker, cheese, and deli meat and they can enjoy crafting their own snacking sammies!
  Make lunchables
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  Homemade Cheese Crackers

  These adorable cheese crackers are so cute and a great way to guarantee the ones your child are carrying are not processed in a peanut-processing plant.
  Make cheese crackers
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