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Easy On The Go Snacks For Kids!

Homemade Snacks· Parenting· Recipes

8 Jan
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As a busy mom to three kids ages 5 and under (with baby #4 due in a month!), one thing I am all too familiar with is the hunger meltdown. You know what I mean right? You are rushing to get out the door and make it to an appointment on time only to find yourself in the vehicle with all the kids and inevitably you’ve forgotten something but you are late so you rush to back out of the driveway and get on to the road. Then you realize that it is almost mealtime and it’s no wonder the kids are cranky and fighting like cats and dogs in the back seat. And you’ve forgotten snacks. Not that you would have had time to pack them anyway because you were already late and you are lucky to have grabbed your purse on the way out the door. A quick peak in the back seat reveals that all the kids have shoes on so that’s a bonus. I’ve been there done that and now I try to avoid the nasty hunger meltdown at all costs. If kids are cranky there are usually a few key triggers that you can blame; hunger and sleep are the top two around here. I try to head off the triggers to stay ahead of the meltdown. Here are some easy on the go snack ideas for kids that will help you stave off the hunger meltdown no matter how late you are on your way out the door!

Easy On The Go Snack Ideas For Kids by Must Have Mom
One key to always being prepared when on the go with kids is to plan ahead. In a perfect world we would have plenty of time to pack the diaper bag and get the kids dressed and everyone out the door with time to spare. In the real world that doesn’t happen and it’s always a mad dash with little time for extra tasks. That is why I love creating easy snack packs to stock my pantry with at the beginning of the week so that no matter how much or how little time I have on my way out the door, I can just grab a handful of snacks from the pantry and be prepared for when my kids inevitably cry “I’m hungry!” from the back seat.

It doesn’t have to take long to be prepared for the whole week. Take an hour on Sunday afternoon to whip up these easy snack ideas and you will have your pantry stocked for the whole week. If you don’t have an hour to spare then check out what you can do in a minute or less as shown here on this video!

See? It doesn’t have to take long at all to prepare easy snacks for your kids!

Here are a few favorite snack combinations that both my kids and I enjoy! These are great for mom and dad too as we often get caught without a snack on hand. I always grab an extra for myself when I pack these for the kids

Easy On The Go Snack Mix:

Ingredients:

2 Cups Kellogg’s Corn Flakes

2 Cups Kellogg’s Crispix

1 Cup Colored Marshmallows

1 Cup Yogurt Covered Cranberries

1 Cup Raisins

Directions:

Mix all together in a bowl and portion into snack containers. Makes 8 cups.

Easy On The Go Snacks For Kids
Easy On The Go Snack Mix:

Ingredients:

3 Cups Kellogg’s Crispix

1 Cup Pretzel Sticks

1 Cup Cheese Crackers

2 Cups Popped Popcorn

Directions:

Mix all together in large bowl and then portion into snack containers. Makes 7 cups.

Easy On The Go Snacks For Kids - Rice Krispies Treats
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies bars are a classic favorite! I make a double batch of these and cut them into kid size portions and then portion them out into snack size zip top bags. I fill a basket in the pantry and they are perfect for grabbing on our way out the door or for packing lunches. Make these in the microwave to save prep time! You get the same great results in less time than the traditional stove top method.

Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats Recipe:

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons butter or margarine

1 package (10 oz., about 40) regular marshmallows

–or–

4 cups miniature marshmallows

6 cups Kellogg’sĀ® Rice KrispiesĀ® cereal

–or–

6 cups Kellogg’sĀ® Cocoa KrispiesĀ® cereal

Directions:

1. In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir until smooth.

2. Add KELLOGG’S RICE KRISPIES cereal. Stir until well coated.

3. Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into 2-inch squares. Best if served the same day.

Microwave cooking times may vary.

Easy On The Go Snacks Crispix Sweet Mix
Another favorite recipe from my own childhood is the Kellogg’s Crispix Mix with chocolate and peanut butter covered in powdered sugar. My son has a peanut allergy so we make these with soy butter instead of peanut butter so we can still enjoy them! This recipe can also be made quickly by using the microwave instead of the stove top method.

Kellogg’s Crispix Mix Recipe

Ingredients:

1 package (6 oz., 1 cup) semi-sweet chocolate morsels

1/4 cup peanut butter (or soy butter if you’d like to make these peanut free!)

6 cups Kellogg’sĀ® CrispixĀ® cereal

1 cup powdered sugar

Directions:

1. In large microwave safe bowl melt chocolate at high for 1 1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in peanut butter (or soy butter).

2.Ā Add KELLOGG’S CRISPIX cereal. StirĀ until evenly coated.

3. Place powdered sugar in 2-gallon, zipper-type, plastic bag. Add cereal mixture. Close bag and gently toss until evenly coated.

4. Portion into snack size containers.

Easy On The Go Snack Ideas For Kids! Stock Your Pantry With Grab and Go Snack Packs
I made all of these snacks in about an hour. Now my pantry is stocked and I can easily grab snacks on our way out the door. I eliminate some of the mad dash that is involved with getting three kids ready to go anywhere and I also eliminate the dreaded hunger meltdown. I also save myself money because I don’t find myself having to buy convenience food while we are out and we can avoid the drive through as well since the snacks are usually perfect to get them through until we get back home. By taking an hour out of your week to prepare these snack packs you won’t ever be caught empty handed next time you are out with your kids!

What are your favorite easy on the go snacks for kids?

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  1. Emily @ Baby Dickey says

    January 8, 2014 at 10:06 am

    I’m always looking for new snack ideas for the kids, these are great! And I have never made rice krispie treats in the microwave… never even thought of that!!! Definitely trying it next time šŸ™‚

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  2. Dee says

    January 8, 2014 at 10:48 am

    Great ideas! Snacks are lifesavers with little kids!!

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  3. Donna says

    January 8, 2014 at 2:33 pm

    What a time saving idea! I love the idea of taking just a little time to do this, and then you’re prepared with ready on-the-go snacks any time.

    Reply
  4. Emilie says

    January 8, 2014 at 7:46 pm

    Such great ideas! I love the idea of planning ahead. I know I spend too much on prepackaged snacks or picking stuff up when we are out. Thanks for all fun options!

    Reply
  5. Amanda Larson says

    January 8, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    The Crispix sweet mix looks wonderful! We are traveling with our kids next month and I definitely need to pack good snacks like these. We also love to pack string cheese, baby carrots, and sliced bell pepper.

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  6. Amanda A says

    January 8, 2014 at 8:09 pm

    yum! Great idea to put them all in reusable containers and I know my girls would love all those cereals.

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  7. Lolo says

    January 9, 2014 at 3:07 am

    My son needs a snack in his lunch for school, these would be great to put in his lunchbox for him. He would love them!

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  8. Linda B says

    January 9, 2014 at 9:54 am

    This is a beautiful post. My middle child needs variety of snacks in his lunch box. Thanks for the idea!

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  9. Jennifer Shaw says

    January 9, 2014 at 10:03 am

    My boys love easy snack mixes like you posted above. Thanks for some mew recipes!

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  10. Tammilee says

    January 9, 2014 at 10:07 am

    Yum! These all look fantastic. I love that they can be made ahead of time.

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  11. Beth @ Musing Mainiac says

    January 9, 2014 at 11:05 am

    Great ideas! I love rice crispie squares and haven’t had one in ages!

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  12. Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says

    January 9, 2014 at 11:19 am

    This would be great to do on Sunday for the week.

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  13. Not So Average Mama says

    January 9, 2014 at 11:20 am

    Tons of great ideas!!! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. Jennifer H says

    January 9, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    these are great snack ideas, my kids would eat all of these!

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  15. Jen says

    January 9, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    What a great idea to premix snacks. I swear every day at snack time, my daughter stands in the pantry for 10+ mins deciding what to eat. If I premixed some snacks up for her… love it.

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  16. robyn says

    January 9, 2014 at 12:47 pm

    On the Go snacks are so important! I do something similar to your first one but add in cashews as well. I am going to try your second one for sure!

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  17. michelle says

    January 9, 2014 at 12:54 pm

    I love when I am prepared and have snacks ready and waiting.
    Since having our third baby 7 weeks ago, I prepare a bunch of snacks on Sunday night so I am ready to go in the mornings.
    I even have enough to throw in the diaper bag for me! (i get the crankiest when hunger strikes! šŸ™ )
    thanks for the tips!

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  18. Melissa says

    January 9, 2014 at 1:52 pm

    I love that they are pre packed and ready to just grab and go!

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  19. Natalie says

    January 9, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    I like this idea!

    My children love to go into the kitchen and help themselves to a snack, but this way they can have their independence yet I am still in control. Great idea! šŸ™‚

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  20. Karen says

    January 9, 2014 at 3:16 pm

    A lot of good ideas here. I used to keep a box of cereal in the car when my kids were little, They could snack at will, and I knew that what they were eating was good for them.

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  21. Steph says

    January 9, 2014 at 5:55 pm

    Rice Krispie Treats are always a hit in our house! Will definitely have to try some of your other ideas.

    Reply
  22. Mariah says

    January 10, 2014 at 10:17 am

    My son is more of a snacker than anything else so this would be a great idea to help me be prepared for him!

    Reply
  23. Amber Edwards says

    January 10, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    hmmm, so many yummy on the go snack ideas! I love the air tight container. that would keep the snack from getting smushed up when on the go.

    Reply
  24. Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says

    January 11, 2014 at 8:07 am

    I want to have snacks at your house please! I like those containers for keeping them crush-free! You’re a smart snack mix packer!

    Reply
  25. Jess A says

    January 13, 2014 at 11:47 am

    WOW! Those are some amazing snacks! My kids would love to come over to YOUR house to play! Ha šŸ™‚ I love the snack mix in the first recipe…I’m pinning this for future reference! Thanks!

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  26. Christa says

    January 16, 2014 at 11:51 am

    The Crispix snack mix looks so good! I want to make it right now! Good thing I’m going grocery shopping soon, don’t be surprised if some Rice Krispies end up in the mix too!

    Reply
  27. Jean says

    January 30, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    My girls love dry cereal, so we often take baggies of it for snacks. I love the cereal mix you came up with. My little one would be all about it!

    Reply

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