22 Healthy Versions of Your Kids' Favorite Junk Food Perfect For Their School Lunches

Everyone's favorite cheesy appetizer gets a healthy makeover with these ham and cheese mozzarella sticks. They're baked, so you skip lots of the added calories!

You don't need to head to the movie theater for delicious popcorn. This stovetop popcorn is perfect because you can control how much salt goes into it.

Your kids will never know there's zucchini in this chocolate zucchini cake if you don't tell them. It's super moist and will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

For a great snack your kids can take to school, try this healthier version of classic chocolate brownies. They contain dates and almond flour!

The ultimate comfort food gets a healthy update with this healthy mac and cheese recipe. It's way better than the boxed stuff, and uses yogurt for extra creaminess.

Parents and kids alike will go nuts for these delicious low-carb baked chicken nuggets. Pair them with veggie sticks, and you've got an easy lunch your kids will look forward to.

Not only are these chocolate chip cookie bites free of butter, dairy, and gluten, but they're also packed with goodness to give your kids energy. Plus, they're perfect for those warmer days — no oven required!

Tacos are the perfect lunch, but they're not always the healthiest option. These chicken taco wraps use all of those delicious taco ingredients with some healthy additions like multi-grain wraps and lots of veggies.

These crispy potato wedges are baked with olive oil rather than fried, and with the addition of herbs, they're a delicious alternative to fries. They'll be gone in seconds!

We all get those food cravings from time to time, and it's important not to deprive your kids of some of their favorites. These air-fryer potato chips will please both you and your kids.

Takeout Chinese food is always a special treat, but you can opt for healthier versions at home that your kids will love. Just try this pork fried rice, which is packed with veggies!

Making pizza at home is so much healthier than delivery, without having to make too many adjustments. This gluten-free pizza crust is great with all of your kids' favorite toppings.

Packaged foods are packed with preservatives, but you can make your kids fun lunches without lots of effort on your part. These DIY pizza lunchables are the perfect compromise.

Cheesy doughnuts sound like a dream, and these Crispy Cheese Donuts are healthy to boot! Your kids won't even notice the quinoa.

Skip the fast-food burritos and try these cauliflower rice burritos that the whole family will love! They're also perfect for family dinners on weeknights.

Chocolate and peanut butter are a delicious combination that's hard to resist, and with these protein peanut butter cups, your kids won't have to! They're low in sugar and absolutely delicious.

Speaking of burgers, these turkey burgers are super light and can be served on whole wheat buns. Whether they opt for veggie toppings or not, it makes a healthy lunch.

Kids love the sweet and salty goodness of orange chicken, and you'll feel good about serving up this healthier slow-cooker version. Just serve it with white rice and steamed veggies!

Sweet potatoes are always a healthier option than regular potatoes, but you can use them pretty much in all the same ways! Try these sweet potato tater tots that your kids will love to find in their lunchboxes.

Black bean tacos make a delicious, filling lunch — even for meat-loving kids! Let them build their own or choose their toppings so you know they'll eat them.