Six Easy & Exciting After-School Snack Ideas

When the school bell rings and your kid gets home from school, the first thing on their mind is usually satisfying their snack craving. While there’s nothing wrong with munching on a bag of chips, why not offer an after-school snack that can deliver wholesome ingredients and the fun factor? Check out these seriously tasty after-school snack ideas that kids will love any day of the week.

1. Crackers and Dip

Alright, this one may seem obvious, but what kid doesn’t love scooping delicious dip onto a salty, crispy cracker? Our Cheezy Crackers are the perfect vessel for a range of dips, from creamy hummus to tangy salsa. The best part about this after-school snack? It’s utter simplicity! Here’s everything you’ll need:

• Box of Cheezy Crackers
• Dip of your choice: salsa, guacamole, queso, hummus, the sky’s the limit!

2. Cheezy Crackers Nachos

Our Cheezy Crackers take the spotlight again in this fun after-school snack recipe. Instead of chips, layer our plant-based “cheezy” crackers with your kid’s favorite nacho toppings, like grated cheese and chopped peppers and tomatoes. Pop those in the toaster oven or microwave for a few minutes and then top the nachos with any combination of salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. The beauty of this snack is how customizable it is: you can let each kid top their own nachos with their favorite flavors. To make our nachos, you’ll need:

• Box of Cheezy Crackers
• Grated cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack, or use vegan cheese if you prefer!)
• Finely cut tomatoes and peppers (optional)
• Salsa and sour cream (vegan if preferred)
• Guacamole

3. Groovy Sweet and Salty Trail Mix

Looking for a seriously tasty after-school snack that’s sweet, salty and just a little cheesy? Trail mix totally nails it! You can DIY your own trail mix with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, or start with our Sweet & Salty Nut Mix—it's a killer combo of honey dry roasted peanuts and salted cashews and salted almonds. Want to take it to the next level? Add some Cheezy Crackers for the ultimate snack attack. Here’s a shopping list to get you inspired:

• Sweet & Salty Nut Mix
• Dried fruit (such as raisins, dried apricots, dried apples)
• Box of Cheezy Crackers

4. Bite-Sized Pizzas

Who doesn't love a little pizza party? These bite-sized wonders are the perfect after-school snack, and they're super easy to make. Just grab our Flatbread Crackers, top them with some marinara sauce, and load them up with mozzarella and your favorite toppings. Pop 'em in the oven and watch the magic happen! To make our cracker-based mini pizzas, all you need is:

• Box of Flatbread Crackers
• Marinara sauce
• Mozzarella cheese (use vegan cheese if you prefer!)
• Toppings of your choice (such as pepperoni, mushrooms, olives)

5. Get Creative with Rice Cracker Canapés

Our Multi-Seed Rice Thins are gluten-free and taste amazing, making them the perfect base for some seriously cool canapés. These little bites are easy to make and look super fancy. Just top 'em with your kids’ favorite ingredients, like goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, cream cheese and cucumber, or cheddar and apple. It’s also fun to set ingredients out and let your kids and their friends design their own perfect combination. Let your imagination run wild and create your own epic rice cracker combos!

• Box of Multi-Seed Rice Thin Crackers
• Creamy base (such as goat cheese, cream cheese, hummus)
• Garnishes (such as sun-dried tomatoes, apple, cucumber, honey, nuts)

6. Crunchy PB&J Bites

First created in 1901, the peanut butter and jelly sandwich has been a staple after-school snack for generations. Not only because it’s delicious, but also because it’s easy for kids to prepare themselves. Here’s a play on a PB&J sandwich that packs a serious crunch. To make our PB&J bites, just swap the bread out for Crispy Wheat Crackers. Slather two crackers with peanut butter and jelly and smush them together to make the perfect snack that is both crispy and gooey, salty and sweet. Here’s what you need:

• Box of Crispy Wheat Crackers
• Peanut butter
• Jelly or jam of choice
  

Get Snacking!

Back to Nature is here to level up your snack game. We're all about tasty, natural snacks that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Our products are made with real ingredients, no funky stuff. You can find our awesome crackers, trail mixes, and cookies online or at your local grocery store. Keep on snackin’ on!