21 Fall After-School Snacks That'll Warm Your Kids Right Up
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Keeping your kids fed and satisfied between school and dinnertime can be a constant battle. You don't want to spend hours of your day making snacks, and you certainly don't want them to spoil their appetites before dinner. But by bridging the after-school gap with some delicious, filling snacks, you can ensure your kids stay full and energized all day. Whether you're a parent who prefers batch cooking on weekends to freeze food for the week or you prefer to make things fresh, these after-school snacks are sure to satisfy your kids on those chilly Fall days. Plus, these treats will have you joining them for snack time, too!
Chicken and Corn Crunchwraps
These chicken and corn crunchwraps have a hint of Summer but the warmth of Fall!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
Your kids will love this pumpkin chocolate chip bread, and you'll be able to feel good about it being full of veggies.
Broccoli Cheese Bites
Skip the freezer snacks and opt for these healthy broccoli cheddar tots for after school instead.
Fried Apples
You can't get much cozier than fried apples, and these would be delicious with some yogurt as an after-school snack.
Pumpkin Fries
These pumpkin fries are sure to keep your kids satisfied until dinnertime!
Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Muffins
Make a batch of these chocolate chip sweet potato muffins for your kids to munch on after school.
Caramel Apple Popcorn
This caramel apple popcorn would make a great after-school treat!
Baked Apples
On a chilly Fall day, welcome your kids home from school with these delicious and healthy baked apples.
Fall Trail Mix
This Fall trail mix is the perfect make-ahead snack and can be eaten on its own or with yogurt or fruit for a satisfying after-school snack.
Roasted Chickpeas
Roasted chickpeas are perfect for snacking, and they're super easy to personalize with your favorite seasonings!
Pumpkin Hummus
Upgrade your everyday hummus with this Fall-inspired pumpkin hummus, which is great for dipping veggies and crackers.
Pumpkin Muffins
These pumpkin muffins are so delicious, your kids won't even be able to tell they're healthy.
Tater-less Zucchini Tots
These crispy baked tater-less zucchini tots are the perfect healthy Fall snack.
Apple Cinnamon Granola
Granola isn't just for breakfast, and your kids will love this apple cinnamon granola on Fall days.
Brown Butter Glazed Maple Apple Scones
We can't think of a more delicious Fall combination than these brown butter glazed maple apple scones!
Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Oatmeal cookies get a much-needed fruity and Fall upgrade with the addition of apple in these apple oatmeal cookies.
Maple Chocolate Chip Toffee Bites
Skip the boring chocolate chips and make these maple chocolate chip toffee bites this Fall instead.
Pepperoni Pizza Hand Pies
Who doesn't love pizza? You'll be the coolest parent on the block when you serve these pepperoni pizza hand pies after school.
Snickerdoodle Almond Butter No-Bake Granola Bars
On days when you just don't want to turn on the oven, make these no-bake snickerdoodle almond butter granola bars for your kids instead.
Butterscotch Pumpkin Cheerio Bars
Rice Krispie squares don't have anything on these butterscotch pumpkin cheerio bars.
Salted Honey Apple and Gouda Toast
It may sound fancy, but this salted honey apple and gouda toast is totally kid-friendly and pretty simple to make.