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Essential Snacks in my Toddlers Snack Pantry
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items As a mom constantly on the go (thrifting, running errands, enjoying family days out), I'm always hunting for snacks that are easy, relatively healthy, and that my picky two-year-old will actually eat. No one is perfect ... but this is our rotating li...
These are an on-the-go essential—not messy, and I feel better about the simpler ingredients (like pumpkin seeds and coconut milk). My toddler could eat these all day! I've even tried a few pouches myself and love the flavor. Since it's always hot whe...
Once Upon a Farm Berry Berry Organic Dairy-Free Kids' Smoothie - 4oz Pouch
This snack provides the satisfaction of a cheesy Cheeto Puff, but with simpler ingredients. Our whole family can't stop munching on them!
Cheetos Simply White Cheddar Puffs Snacks - 8oz
The cost of premade smoothie pouches can start to add up, so I can appreciate a more affordable alternative like applesauce.
Mott's Applesauce, 4 Ounce Cups, 6 Count
My son did not react well to milk at all, so I sought out yogurt as an alternative to get some vitamin D and protein. I love the Siggi brand for their skyr yogurt, so the yogurt pouches are appreciated.
Siggi’s Reduced Fat Yogurt Pouches, Mixed Berries, 3.5 oz., 4 Ct
I love making my own chia seed jam, but this superfood jam is just as convenient with the same simple ingredients. I'd recommend trying it with your kids' favorite nut or seed butter for the best PB&J sandwich.
Smash Foods Concord Grape Superfood Jam - 8oz
Buying pre-made Uncrustables was getting too expensive, so we bought a mold to make our own. Now our son gets unlimited jam and butter sandwiches, and it's an easy way to involve a toddler in food prep.
Uncrustable Sandwich Maker 3.7in Orange
These crisps went viral on TikTok for a reason! It literally tastes like cornbread but with the crunchiness of a cracker. My toddler adores these crisps, and the entire family cannot stop eating these!
Cornbread Crisps
Fruit is the big snack win for my son. He'll eat his veggies during meals, but snacks are all about fruit. Peaches and mandarin oranges are his current sweet treats—I'm hoping to introduce pears next!
Dole Diced Peaches in Juice Fruit Cups - 16oz/4ct
Just like with the other yogurt option, I wanted a way to give my son dairy without the tummy troubles of plain milk. I'm grateful this brand features helpful probiotics, and it's delicious too. We love the strawberry flavor!
Stonyfield Organic Kids' Strawberry Banana Yogurt Smoothies - 6pk/3.1 fl oz bottles
I'm a big believer on trying exotic and uncommon fruits. The yellow dragonfruit is top tier in our household and the next best would be the red dragon fruit. This also is a nice source of fiber for the little one.
Yellow Dragonfruit (Pitaya)
If fresh tropical fruit isn't accessible, this product line is the next best thing. A perfect snack for summer—just let it thaw and enjoy! Or, use it as a smoothie base. Try adding spinach (for iron) and frozen banana (for creaminess).
Pitaya Foods Bite-Sized Immunity Frozen Fruit Blend, Dragon Fruit, Passion Fruit, and Mango, 12 oz
My toddler is currently teething from growing in his back molars. To help soothe the pain, these healthier smoothie pops provide a lot of relief and more natural sweets.
Pitaya Foods Acai & Blueberry Frozen Smoothie Pops, 3 fl oz, 4 Count
I loved these waffle snacks when we were introducing harder textures. They're still softer than a regular cookie but gave him his first successful crunchy experience.
Sprout Foods Organic Blueberry Apple Wafflez Toddler Snacks - 3.15oz