40 Simple Back-to-School Recipes
I can’t believe it’s already time to send the kiddos back to school (but also, finally!). We had a pretty short summer break moving from CA where school starts after Labor Day back to Florida where school starts this week. Raise your hand if you are like me and totally left back-to-school shopping until the very last minute! Oh, and I’ve also been putting the kids to bed way too late all summer so this should be fun!
I’ve been digging through the blog archives this weekend to pull out some of my favorite simple recipes (40, to be exact) that are perfect for balancing with the back-to-school craziness! This list contains recipes for make-ahead breakfasts, lunch ideas, as well as loads of simple and nutritious snacks for stuffing in lunchboxes or for serving as after-school snacks like fresh smoothies!
Make-ahead is sort of a must for me when it comes to rushing out the door in the mornings. This year should be interesting for us as this will be the first time my oldest will feel the pain of early morning wake-ups for full-day school. Kind of seems like a rite of passage into older childhood.
Back-To-School Snacks
40 Easy Back-to-School Snacks - A roundup of forty simple recipes for on-the-go breakfasts, lunches, and after-school snacks!
PB&J Muffins
Homemade peanut butter muffins stuffed with strawberry jam! The perfect breakfast or snack for kids!
Homemade Granola Bars
Make your own granola bars at home with this easy recipe made with oats, almond butter, honey, and sweetened with dates!
Peanut Butter Banana Snack Bars
These deliciously moist peanut butter and banana snack bars will satisfy your dessert cravings but can also be enjoyed as breakfast or as a snack!
No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars
No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars - No-baking required and are made with just 4 simple ingredients: oats, peanut butter, vanilla, and honey!
Peanut Butter Marshmallow Cereal Bars
A fun twist on rice cereal treats made with Cheerios and peanut butter! A perfect treat for kids!
Strawberry Apple Fruit Leather
Strawberry Apple Fruit Leather - made with fresh apples and strawberries and no added sugar! Making your own fruit roll-ups couldn't be easier!
Strawberry Peach Fruit Leather
Strawberry Peach Fruit Leather - Make your own fruit rollups at home with real peaches and strawberries and sweetened with honey! No added sugars or ingredients!
Strawberry Blueberry Fruit Leather
Skip the store-bought fruit snacks and make your own with 3 simple ingredients and real fresh strawberries and blueberries!
Fall Popcorn Snack Mix
This popcorn mix is the perfect snack for fall! Made with popcorn, nuts, apple chips, pumpkin seeds, and dark chocolate!
Peanut Butter Banana Trail Mix
This delicious snack mix is made with dried bananas, nuts, chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips! A dream flavor combo great for adults and kids!
Chocolate Protein Blender Muffins
Chocolate Protein Blender Muffins - These simple chocolate muffins are gluten-free, loaded with protein, and contains no added sugar!
Easy Pumpkin Muffins
Perfectly moist and fluffy homemade pumpkin muffins loaded with cinnamon and spices!
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
These delicious and low-calorie Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are are so decadent, you'll think they are actually cupcakes!
Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
These simple make-ahead and freeze breakfast sandwiches make for the perfect grab and go breakfast! Toasted English muffins stuffed with baked eggs, sausage patties, and melted cheese!
Strawberry Chocolate Chip Muffins
These easy homemade muffins are made with fresh strawberries and chocolate chips! Perfect for breakfast or a snack!
Spinach Banana Muffins
Spinach Banana Muffins - These simple and nutritious muffins are made with fresh spinach and banana and are sweetened with honey instead of sugar!
Dark Cherry Smoothie Bowl
This Dark Chery Smoothie Bowl is made with bananas, sweet dark cherries, almond milk, and delicious toppings like fresh cherries, toasted coconut, chocolate, and granola!
Green Breakfast Smoothie
This filling and nutritious smoothie will fill you up and gives you a serving of morning veggies!
Berry and Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie
Berry and Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie - This perfectly sweet breakfast smoothie is made with frozen berries, banana, protein-rich Greek yogurt, and oats! Filling and nutritious!
Banana Oat Breakfast Cookies
These delicious and nutritious cookies you or the kids can enjoy for breakfast! Made with oats, no butter or oils, and sweetened with honey!
Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Cookies
Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Cookies - healthy breakfast cookies made with fresh apples and no added sugar or butter!
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies - these little cookies make for the perfect breakfast and contain no added sugar or dairy!
Parmesan Ranch Popcorn
Parmesan Ranch Popcorn - Delicious homemade popcorn tossed in ranch seasoning and parmesan cheese! A delicious savory snack!
Parmesan Popcorn
Parmesan Popcorn - make your own homemade popcorn packed with Parmesan flavor! Perfect for a night in or to take on the road for a snack!
Crunchy Baked Ranch Chickpeas
An easy low-carb snack alternative to chips. Chickpeas are tossed in some olive oil and ranch seasoning and baked until crispy!
Crispy Roasted Taco Chickpeas
A delicious, low-carb, and nutritious snack! Chickpeas are tossed in Mexican seasonings and baked until crunchy!
Baked Apple Chips
Easy Baked Apple Chips couldn't be simpler! Made with fresh sliced apples and a touch of cinnamon!
Chai-Spiced Banana Bread
Chai-Spiced Banana Bread - Warm and comforting homemade banana bread spiced with chai spices like cardamom and cinnamon! Delicious for breakfast or snacks!
Blueberry Zucchini Bread
This delicious quick bread bursting with fresh blueberries and zucchini which makes the bread ultra moist!9
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with Streusel Topping
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with Streusel Topping - Warm and comforting banana bread studded with chocolate chips and topped with crumbly streusel topping.
Baked Veggie Nuggets
These easy baked vegetable nuggets are the perfect way to get the kids to eat their veggies! These nuggets are made with fresh vegetables and cheese! Easy and delicious!
No-Bake Banana Energy Bites
No-Bake Banana Energy Bites - A healthy, low sugar, and nutritious treat to eat on-the-go. No baking required! Made with banana, nuts, and almond butter!
No-Bake Energy Bites
No-Bake Energy Bites - a nutritious and wholesome snack for your whole family! Low in fat, gluten free and vegan, and packed with fiber and omega-3's!
Breakfast Brownies
Breakfast Brownies - Who says you can't eat brownies for breakfast?! These breakfast brownies are made with oats, flax, and sweetened with agave instead of sugar. A perfect sweet breakfast treat even the kids will love!
Peanut Butter & Jelly Granola
Peanut Butter and Jelly Granola - This easy PB&J granola is made with just a few ingredients and is so perfect for breakfast, snacking, or on yogurt or ice cream!
Pumpkin Spice Granola
Homemade granola perfect for fall breakfasts, snacks, or even on ice cream! Made with nuts, coconut oil, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, and pumpkin!
