For anyone with active kids - running around to activities. All these snacks and recipes are great for steady energy, and kids love them.
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Packaged Snacks
Recipes
Hydration Options
Packaged Snacks
Super nutritious - just add water and pack to a jar and toss in the fridge. Great for road trips, tournaments and early morning practices
Organic Overnight Chia-oats
Great protein and kids love them!
aMOOza! Cheese Snacks
Taste like pancakes but without the sugar crash! Lots of flavours to try, and also a vegan option. Could make these ahead and eat cold with PB or jam.
Flourish Pancakes
Great nutrition on the go! Easily paired with any cracker or corn chip. Available at costco
WHOLLY ® GUACAMOLE Classic Minis
Another packable option - pairs well with veggies or crackers.
Fontaine Santé Traditional Mini Hummus Same-Day Delivery
Any meat stick will do - but I like these for the lean protein, GF and lactose free.
Noah Martin's Gourmet Turkey Pepperoni Sticks, 25 × 50 g
They sell individual packs which are easy to take along.
Kirkland Signature Trail Mix, 1.81 kg
Clean, simple ingredients and delicious! Easy to pack
Shop All Protein Bars
Simple ingredients and kids love it!
SKINNYPOP Popcorn
Delicious, simple ingredients.
Larabar
I haven't seen these yet - but I love Siggi's. Simple ingredients. I would look for full fat for kids.
mixed berries yogurt pouches
Recipes
My favourite homemade granola bar recipe! I use slightly less honey and add whatever seeds I have on hand. I switch it up. I buy the GF oats from Costco
Homemade Granola Bars Recipe
Packed with protein, fibre, healthy fats and minerals! These guys are awesome. Make a trail mix or a great snack on their own. Have a handful with a granola bar to balance the sugar!
What Are Pepitas and What Can You Do with Them?
I use maple syrup instead of honey, or leave it out altogether. The key is to stir it well again the next morning, or a couple hours after putting in the fridge.
3-Ingredient Chia Pudding
For strawberry sauce, we used: 1lb fresh strawberries, 1tsp lemon juice an 1-2tsp maple syrup. Just heat on medium, mash and cool.
Strawberry Coconut Chia Pudding
Some ideas for trail mix - let kids make their own as a fun activity.
The Best Popcorn Trail Mix
Works best with coconut oil, but you can sub olive oil if you don't have on hand. I switch up the nuts etc. Great on yogurt with some berries!
I haven't tried - but would suggest over gatorade!
Electrolytes
Convenient tablet form work well for adding to a water bottle.
Nuun Hydration: Electrolyte Tablets and Hydration Products – Nuun Canada
Make your own electrolyte drink with : 1 large cup water, ½ -1 squeezed lemon or lime, pinch or 2 of celtic salt, and 1tbsp of maple syrup. Experiment and adjust to your liking! I like mine best with ice;)
