Written by Momcent’s Mom, Krista

I don’t know about your kids but when my kids get hungry (and what I really mean to say is hangry) they don’t take the time to grab something healthy. To keep them from eating pure junk, I try to keep some healthier snacks in the house for them to choose from. Here are some of their favorites:

• Salami
• Pepperoni
• Cheese slices/sticks
• Crackers
• Pirate’s Booty
• Grapes, raspberries, oranges, apples, pineapple – whatever fruit is in season
• Fresh veggies with ranch dip
• Yogurt
• Nuts – almonds, pistachios
• Trail mix
• Peanut butter toast
• Celery with peanut butter
• Turkey/ham slices
• Hummus
• Hard-boiled eggs
• Popcorn

Sometimes I’ll even put together a platter of 4 or 5 of the above things. Especially if they are having friends over. I guarantee they will eat it if it is out and ready and not try to go to the pantry for a cookie! This also saves the pricier pre-packaged items for lunches and snacks on the road!