As tempting as it is to DoorDash your fave fast food or reach for a bag of chips, wouldn’t it be better to fill your after-school cravings with a healthy snack packed with nutrients? YK, the kinds that promote hair growth, nail growth, glass skin, gut health…the list goes on and on. If you’re ready to amp up your p.m. nutrition, try out some of our fave recipes for tasty (but still super healthy) after-school snacks.
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
They’re just like protein bars, only balls (and so much tastier)! Protein is *super* important for muscle and hair growth—and it keeps you feeling full. Plus, these delish treats only take about five minutes to prep, so they’re the perfect snack to whip up after a long day at school. You can even make a big batch of protein balls on Monday and nosh on them throughout the week. The best part? You can totally customize your mix-ins depending on what’s in your pantry, from dried cranberries to sliced almonds to chocolate chips. Ready to try it yourself? Find the recipe here!
Avocado Egg Boats
For a snack chock full of all our fave nutrients (healthy fats *and* antioxidants), try avocado egg boats. Bonus: This after-school snack can also double as a breakfast food. And, even better, you can score two healthy snacks in one by repurposing the parts of the avocado you scrape out to make avocado toast later. Top it with fresh herbs, bacon bits or everything bagel seasoning for some extra flavor.
Caprese Skewers
Tangy, refreshing and bright, caprese skewers are *the* way to go after a long, hot day. Not only are they amazingly tasty, but they’re also super quick and easy to make. With cherry tomatoes, basil and fresh mozzarella, it’s pretty much an elevated Italian salad. And the best part? This dish is super versatile. Sure, it works great as an after-school snack, but once you’ve got it down? These skewers can be your secret weapon to wowing everyone at your next family reunion or potluck dinner. Find the recipe here.
Frozen Yogurt Bark
Craving a frozen sweet treat? Look no further, bc this Frozen Yogurt Bark recipe is even better than ice cream straight out of the bucket (and that’s hard to beat). With a little Greek yogurt and some fruit preserves, you can whip yourself up a yummy treat that lasts all week. Since this bark has a longer chill time (too long to whip up in one afternoon), we recommend making a batch towards the beginning of the week.
Apple Nachos
If you’re wanting a sweet ‘n salty treat, try some apple nachos! This fun twist on classic nachos lets you transform apples and peanut butter (a delish combo, BTW) into a healthy yet dessert-y dish. You can even sprinkle on additions like coconut flakes, crushed walnuts or cinnamon for extra flavor. Sounds great? Give it a try with this recipe.
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