15 Frugal Back For School Snacks

Snacking smart doesn’t have to break the bank! These 15 frugal back to school snacks are budget-friendly, easy to prep, and perfect for keeping kids fueled throughout the day.

Whether you’re packing lunchboxes or need quick after-school bites, these snack ideas are made with simple, affordable ingredients that kids will actually enjoy.

From homemade granola bars and fruit bites to savory crackers and energy balls, every recipe is designed to stretch your budget without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

1

Gingerbread Flapjack

These gingerbread flapjacks combine the chewy, oaty goodness of a traditional flapjack with the warm, spiced flavour of classic gingerbread.

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2

Easy Funnel Cake Recipe

This Easy Funnel Cake recipe brings the taste of an amusement park to your kitchen with no fancy kitchen gadgets! Ready to enjoy in 15 minutes!

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3

5 Minute Cheese Snack Mix

This no cook super easy 5 Minute Cheese Snack Mix recipes is a quick last minute snack mix for the holidays, parties, lunch boxes and on the go.

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4

Healthy Nut-Free Vegan Energy Balls – The All Natural Vegan

These healthy nut-free vegan energy balls are the ultimate superfood bites! They are made with simple and wholesome ingredients and are the perfect filling snack. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and oil-free!

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5

Easy Homemade Vegan & Gluten-Free Protein Bars – The All Natural Vegan

These Easy Homemade Gluten-Free Protein Bars are chewy, naturally sweet, and packed with plant-based protein and creamy sunflower seed butter

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6

Caramel Corn With Peanuts

This caramel corn with peanuts delivers glossy, bakery-quality caramel that stays crisp for weeks. Everyone always asks for my secret recipe.

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7

Ranch Bugles Snack Mix

This easy and super tasty Ranch Bugles Snack Mix is the perfect party mix! It’s buttery, salty, with a hint of sweet, and totally irresistible.

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8

Tiktok Pasta Chips Recipe (Viral Trend!) – Little Sunny Kitchen

Tiktok Pasta Chips is just cooked pasta is tossed in olive oil and seasonings, then cooked until crispy. A fun dippable appetizer or snack!

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9

Crack Chicken Pinwheels – The Cookin Chicks

Try out this delicious recipe for Crack Chicken Pinwheels! These creamy, savory bites are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering!

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10

Taco Crescent Rolls – The Cookin Chicks

Using only 4 ingredients, these Taco Crescent Rolls come together in no time and are a fun twist on traditional tacos!

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11

Best Applesauce Recipe

Easy Applesauce Recipe is made with apples, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Ready in just over 30 minutes.

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12

Savoury Cheese Shortbread

These savoury cheese shortbread biscuits are crisp, buttery, and full of rich, Parmesan flavour with just a hint of heat from black pepper.

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13

Healthy Blueberry Muffins

These healthy blueberry muffins are a wonderful feel-good breakfast, as they’re loaded with whole grains and steel cut oatmeal.

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14

Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Baked

Learn how to make CRISPY sweet potato fries in the oven! Perfect for every occasion, they’re big on flavor, ultra crispy, and healthy.

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15

Peanut Butter Cheerios Recipe: Easy Homemade Kids Snack

This easy homemade peanut butter Cheerios recipe is the best kids after school snack! Help your children fill up with protein at snacktime.

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