19 Snacks to Keep in Your Dorm So You Don't Have to Hit the Vending Machine on the Daily

The Market Pantry Fruit and Nut Trail Mix ($6), made of peanuts, almonds, dried bananas, and cranberries, is an easy snack to eat while studying in your dorm or, you can pack it up to take to the library. It's a nice combo of salty and sweet in every single bite.

What's better than a hearty snack you can just add water to? With four grams of protein and only 100 calories, all you need is a microwave or a pot of hot water and 60 seconds to spare to make the hearty Quaker Original Heart Healthy Oatmeal ($3 for a pack of 12).

Grab a handful of slices of Peeled Organic Dried Mango Snacks ($4) for a naturally sweet taste that's loaded with vitamins A and C, and not loaded with any artificial preservatives or flavors.

If you're used to munching on traditional potato chips, switch those out for Garden Veggie Straws ($5 for a pack of 6). These straws have 30 percent less fat than most potato chips.

Nothing screams healthy like That's It. Nutrition Bar Apple & Blueberry ($7 for 5 bars), which just has two ingredients: blueberry and apple. That's it — see what we did there? You can have as many bars as you want at once without having to worry about consuming any preservatives or added sugar.

Remember the snack packs you used to eat for lunch in elementary school? Bring that trend back into your life, only now pick a healthier option. Marketside Sweet Gala Apples, Mild Cheddar Cheese & Pretzels Snack Pack ($1), a snack pack with apples, cheese, and pretzels, is a great source of both protein and calcium, keeping your bones and body healthy during the school year.

Some days, it might be tempting to just eat spoonfuls of peanut butter right out of the jar. When you're having one of those moments, stop yourself and grab a single-serving pack of Justin's Classic Peanut Butter Individual Packs ($1) to spread on toast or apple slices. It will help you control your portions and serve as a naturally delicious snack that'll keep you from making a peanut butter mess.

Everyone knows that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it can also be the trickiest one to figure out. When you're rushing to get to class or back to the library to cram for your exam, grab one of these belVita Breakfast Biscuits Soft Baked Oats & Chocolate ($4). The biscuits are filled with fiber and vitamin B, and will keep you energized for hours.

If you're out of bread but have the craving for a sandwich, Quaker Lightly Salted Gluten Free Rice Cakes ($3) are your best option. Made from whole grain rice, this 60-calorie snack pairs well with peanut butter, jelly, or hummus.

Seeds and nuts are easy snacks to turn to when you're looking to feel full fast. David Seeds Sunflower Seeds ($2) are packed with protein, fiber, and zinc.

The Nature Valley Fruit and Nut Bars ($3 for 6 bars) filled with whole nuts, real fruits, and toasted oats, are better than those vending machine sugary alternatives.

When your sweet tooth is acting up, try Simply Balanced Mixed Berry Flavored Snacks ($3). The gummies are non-GMO and gluten-free and will hopefully give you enough of a sweet kick to stop you from hitting the cafeteria for ice cream.

Enjoy the taste of apple pie or cashew cookie in Larabar Minis Apple Pie & Cashew Cookies ($5 for 10 mini bars) that's non-GMO and made with no gluten, soy, or dairy. They're the perfect wholesome snack to keep in your bookbag and snack on in between classes.

When you're looking for a quick and easy way to add fruit to your diet, devour one of these Pressed by Kind Cherry Apple Chia Bars ($14 for 12 bars). There's not any added sugar in them, and you'll get two full servings of fruit by eating just one bar.

Pick up one of these Annie's Homegrown Gluten Free Double Chocolate Chip Granola Bars ($4 for 5 bars) if you're looking for a dessert replacement. You'll get a serving of whole grains and fiber with no artificial flavors, colors, or corn syrup.

Add one of the Simply Balanced Organic Strawberry Fruit Strips ($7 for 25 strips) into your snack mix for a midday treat that's packed with real fruit and under 50 calories.

It's totally fine to indulge in a Kind Dark Chocolate Nuts and Sea Salt Bar ($14 for 12 bars) when you have a sweet craving because you'll also get a nutty snack that's filled with protein, low-sugar, and non-GMO ingredients.

If buying fresh fruit isn't an option, try Simply Balanced Freeze Dried Strawberry Slices ($4). They are a great, hassle-free addition to trail mix or cereal in the morning.

When your stomach starts making noises, pull out a pouch of GoGo Squeez Applesauce ($7 for 12 packs) and enjoy a snack made from 100 percent fruit. Plus, you can have it during class without making any noises from clingy wrappers.