15 No-Mess Pool Snacks Your Kids Will Jump Out of the Water For
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There's nothing better than spending those long, hot Summer days by the pool to pass the time. But all that swimming can make kids really hungry, so what snacks should you pack to keep your little ones fed and ready for any and all pool action? Whether you're heading to the public pool or going to a friend or family member's pool, packing nutritious, energizing, and fulfilling Summer snacks is important for keeping kids fueled throughout the day. So skip all of the high-sugar, high-salt packaged snacks and set some time aside to make these delicious snacks you and your kids will love, both savory and sweet!
Honey-Sweetened Strawberry Fruit Leather
This super-healthy honey-sweetened strawberry fruit leather is the perfect snack to pack for those pool days, and without any of the preservatives or tons of sugar of the packaged kind.
Fig Oatmeal Bars
Figs may seem like an adult fruit, but these delicious, sweet fruits are perfect for kids snacks, like these fig oatmeal bars. You can make a batch and package them up individually for the perfect poolside treat.
Almond Butter & Jelly Marshmallow Treats
These almond butter and jelly marshmallow treats are perfectly portable, and just the right combination of healthy and not-so-healthy!
Pigs in a Blanket
On the savory side of things, these pigs in a blanket are great for pool days! They're easy to make and just as delicious cold as they are hot.
Mango Avocado Smoothie
If you can take a cooler with you to the pool, consider bringing these delicious and nutritious mango avocado smoothies. They're filling and a great way for kids to keep cool.
Pool Party Snack Mix
What's better for the pool than a pool party snack mix? This mix is packed full of salty and filling treats like nuts and dried veggies so your kids can easily grab a handful between dips if they're feeling peckish. And if those wasabi peas are too spicy, just use regular ones instead!
Baked Veggie Chips
Skip the bags of chips at your next pool day and try these baked veggie chips instead. You can choose your preferred vegetables and even get creative with the seasonings to suit you and your kids' tastes.
Trail Mix Blondies
Give kid-friendly blondies a parent-approved upgrade with the addition of nutritious trail mix. These trail mix blondies are easy to cut up and take to the pool and your kids will love them.
Apples & Peanut Butter
Poolside snacks don't have to be complicated to be delicious, filling, and energizing. Try the classic apples and peanut butter snack this Summer to satisfy every kid.
Strawberry Mini Muffins
Strawberries are the quintessential Summer fruit, so turn them into energy-filled strawberry mini muffins for your kids to enjoy poolside this Summer.
Oatmeal Zucchini Cookies
Kids love cookies, and parents will love these oatmeal zucchini cookies. They're easy to make and your kids won't even notice they're full of delicious, healthy veggies.
Candied Chickpea Cajun Trail Mix
Store-bought trail mix can be full of salt and other additives you might not want your kids to have, so consider making this candied chickpea cajun trail mix instead.
Snack Pack
Whether you're taking a big group of kids to the pool or just want to make packing for your own kids a little easier, these snack packs are great for pool days! Fill them with cheese, nuts, yogurt packs, and more so each child gets something tasty and nobody fights over the snacks.
No-Bake Protein Brownie Bites
On a hot day, you might not want to bake a treat for the pool, so consider these no-bake protein brownie bites instead. They're filling and give kids the protein they need to get back in the pool after a snack break.
Mexican Fruit Salad
Another great option for coolers, this Mexican fruit salad packs a great dose of sweet and savory and is full of Summer fruits that kids love.