Snack Prep Sunday Just Got WAY Easier πŸ™Œ


Hi, Reader,

Life has been busy, as usual, and I have been cranking out the health(ier) homemade snacks - starting to feel like a food factory! πŸ˜…

So if you're in the same boat and need grab-and-go snacks that actually fill up your crew, then I've got your back.

Here are 10 lifesaving (dramatic? maybe!) recipes that work for rushed mornings AND after-school chaos. We're talking homemade granola bars, no-bake protein balls, trail mix, and more goodies you can make once and stash all week.

Your minivan (and your sanity) will thank you! πŸ’ͺ

And don't forget my Crocktober event where I'm sharing 31 days of new crockpot dinner recipes? I'd love for you to join me here!

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Easy Grab-N-Go Snacks

Salty, sweet, and oh-so-satisfying, Easy Trail Mix is the perfect snack companion for any adventure. With a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you can whip up your very own easy trail mix that will leave you craving more.


These Homemade Granola Bars are a perfect on-the-go snack for busy days, and they come together easily for stress-free, nutritious snacking for the whole family!


Whip up these no-bake Coconut Protein Balls with peanut butter, oats, and protein powder for a quick and filling snack. Perfect for meal prep, post-workout fuel, or a kid-friendly treat!


You’ll love these super easy no bake healthy snack bars made with peanut butter, oats, coconut, flax seed and more! They are packed with healthy fiber, fat, and protein and you won’t believe that they taste like a treat.


Of course my kids LOVE IT when I make this classic choco-chip cookie. Healthy? Nope. Delicious comfort food? YESSSSSSS!



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