Kids' Tiffin Made Easy: 5 Nutritious Snack Options

Moms know the morning rush hour at home all too well; juggling many things at once while also ensuring the kids are ready for school. And when it comes to food, we understand that kids can be particularly specific about taste or texture, making the meal prep another challenge in itself. But what if you could sneak in some goodness without them even noticing?

Here’s a list of easy healthy snacks to make in 5 minutes, which are bound to become your go-to on those hectic mornings. Be it a healthy breakfast idea or an addition to the healthy school tiffin list, these homemade snacks are designed to delight even the pickiest eaters.

So if you're looking for snacks for your children, these recipes will make your mornings smoother and your children happier!

5 Nutritious and Easy-to-Make Snacks

1. Whole Wheat Honey Pancakes

This is a healthy and tasty 5-minute easy snack idea that is hard not to love!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 tablespoon ghee

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• A pinch of Himalayan Salt

Preparation:

• In a bowl, mix whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.

• In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, add milk and 1 teaspoon honey. 

• Mix the wet ingredients and the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. 

• Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a bit of ghee.

• Pour a small amount of batter onto the pan to form mini pancakes.

• Cook until there are bubbles on the surface and when the edges look set, flip and cook for another minute or until golden brown.

• Drizzle the remaining honey over the pancakes. Top it up with fresh fruits like strawberries or blueberries.

2. Banana Bread Muffins

This is the best snack and a quick & easy breakfast idea for your children.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1/4 cup honey

• 1/4 cup ghee, melted

• 1 egg

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• A pinch of salt

Preparation:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

• In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas, honey, melted ghee, and egg and mix until you reach a smooth consistency.

• In a separate bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.

• Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir until just mixed. 

• Scoop the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

• Bake for 15-20 minutes. 

• After the muffins are done baking, insert a toothpick into the centre of the muffins. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done. 

• Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. 

3. Basil and Tomato Mini Pizzas

You won’t need a lot of time to make these mini pizzas and trust us, your kid will keep coming back for more! 

Ingredients:

• 6 whole grain mini pizza bases

• 1/2 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

• Fresh basil leaves

• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

• Preheat your oven to 500°F (250°C).

• Arrange the mini pizza bases on a baking sheet.

• Spread a spoonful of tomato sauce on each base.

• Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce and then place fresh basil leaves on top.

• Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

• Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

• Serve hot and enjoy the fresh flavours of basil and tomato.

4. Vegetable Fritters

Want to add more veggies to your kids’ diet? This easy snack is the way to go! 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (grated carrots, zucchini, chopped spinach, corn, etc.)

• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

• 1/4 cup ghee

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

• 1/4 cup honey

• 2 tablespoons mustard

Preparation:

• In a large bowl, mix the grated and chopped vegetables, whole wheat flour, salt, and pepper until a batter is formed.

• Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.

• Drop spoonfuls of the vegetable mixture into the skillet, flattening each into a small patty.

• Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

• For the sauce, add honey and mustard in a small bowl and mix thoroughly.

• Serve the fritters hot with the honey mustard dip on the side.

5. Avocado and Tomato Salsa with Tortilla Chips

This contemporary snack is tangy, spicy and could very easily satisfy your kids’ cravings. 

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado, diced

• 2 medium tomatoes, diced

• Juice of 1 lime

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup whole grain tortilla chips (store-bought)

Preparation:

• In a bowl, combine the diced avocado and tomatoes.

• Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Add cilantro, if you’re using it. 

• Gently mix everything until well combined. 

• Serve with whole-grain tortilla chips. 

Conclusion

The above-mentioned recipes are just a glimpse into the vast world of delicious and healthy snacks you can prepare for your little ones. Apart from these nutritious snacks, you can also try out other healthy as well as low-carb options like air-fried paneer roast or crunchy cabbage rolls for them. The options are countless.

Moreover, these dishes, when made at home with high-quality ingredients like our Himalayan Natives products, not only make for healthy snacks for kids but also add a burst of flavour to their meals.

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