There are so many reasons to make these easy, healthy snack recipes in preparation for busier seasons.
Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
Try this satisfying snack instead of nuts.
The tasty legumes are lower in calories and packed with fiber.
Diana Chistruga
Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudites.
Cinnamon-Sugar Roasted Chickpeas
Roasting canned chickpeas until crispy makes a simple and healthy snack.
In this riff on candied nuts, chickpeas are coated with cinnamon sugar to make them irresistible!
Diana Chistruga
This snack is best enjoyed the day it is made.
Lemon-Parm Popcorn
Perk up your popcorn with a bit of lemon pepper and Parmesan cheese.
Homemade Trail Mix
Try this with portable mix with any combination of dried fruits and nuts.
These are two-bite muffins with a dense and gooey texture.
Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls
Sweet, sticky dates act as the glue for these no-bake energy balls.
Perfect for hikes or during sports, this healthy snack travels well.
For the best flavor and texture, use Medjool dates–the largest and most luscious date variety.
Look for them in the produce department or near other dried fruits.
Aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas) makes this healthy dip extra smooth and creamy.
Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudites.
Baked Blueberry & Banana-Nut Oatmeal Cups
Muffins meet oatmeal in these moist and tasty grab-and-go oatmeal cups.
Reheat in the microwave for about 40 seconds.
This healthy muffin recipe is a variation on our popularBaked Banana-Nut Oatmeal Cupsby Carolyn Casner.
Chile-Lime Peanuts
These spicy nuts were inspired by ones sold by street vendors across Mexico.
If you might only find salted peanuts, omit the added salt.
Add the maximum amount of cayenne pepper if you want an extra hit of spice.
Kale Chips
Not a fan of kale?
These crispy baked kale chips will convert you!
For the best result, don’t overcrowd the pans.
An addictively crunchy snack that’s actually good for you.
Roasted beets make this healthy dip extra flavorful.
Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudites.
Quick Applesauce
This quick homemade applesauce recipe makes a healthy snack or fruit dessert for kids.
Applesauce is also a fabulous complement to potato pancakes or latkes.
Jamie Vespa
Christine Ma
