You struggle to get your kids to eat healthy during snack time. They turn up their noses at the vegetable sticks and apple slices that you put out, asking for treats like chips and chocolate instead. Is there a way that you can get your kids to enjoy snack time without sacrificing their nutritional needs?

Yes. Take a look at these five snacks that are nutritious, delicious and very kid-friendly.

1. Gummy Bears

Your kids are going to want candy. That’s not something that you can stop — they’re kids, after all. So, instead of trying to outlaw candy from your household, why not choose the right candies that can satiate their sweet tooths? You can make sure that your pantry always has bags of the best vegan gummy bears for those times when your kids want a special treat. These gummy bears are naturally sweetened and use plant-based ingredients to get that delightful squishy texture. They’re also high in fibre and low in calories. 

Your kids will have no idea they’re eating something better than the traditional sugar-based gelatin gummies.  

2. Popcorn

Popcorn isn’t just a snack that you should reserve for movie nights! It’s something that you can whip up for your kids anytime that their stomachs are grumbling, and you want them to eat something nutritious. Popcorn is a whole grain that contains a lot of fibre, which helps with regulating blood sugar and improving digestion. 

To guarantee that your popcorn snack is healthy, you should skip the microwavable bags with artificial flavourings and preservatives and make stovetop popcorn instead. 

3. Granola 

Granola is a sweet, crunchy snack packed with proteins, fibre, vitamins and minerals. Andit’s easy to make! You can bake a batch of homemade granola clusters with your favourite combination of nuts, seeds and natural sweeteners without breaking a sweat. Your kids will want to pair these clusters with a cup of fresh fruit or yogurt — or they might just eat it plain by the fistful. It’s that good!

4. Smoothies

Do your kids love juice? Then, they’ll love to have a smoothie as a snack. Smoothies contain all the sweetness that your kids crave in juice without eliminating fibre. 

Another benefit of smoothies is that you can add other nutritious essentials to the recipe. Add healthy fats like avocado or nut butter. Sneak in some vegetables, like a handful of spinach or kale. Put in some protein with Greek yogurt or silken tofu.

5. Chia Pudding

A nutritious pudding may sound strange, but it’s real! Chia seed pudding is a very healthy snack that your kids will go wild for. Chia seeds are rich in fibre, protein and omega-3 fatty acids, making them a nutritional powerhouse in a small package.

How do you make chia seed pudding? All you have to do is soak the dried chia seeds in milk and wait for them to plump up. In a few hours, you’ll have a thick, creamy pudding that you can top with fruit, coconut shavings or homemade granola. 

These are five snacks that are bound to make your kids excited for snacktime. They’re also bound to make you happy that your kids are eating healthy.