I like to think of myself as a snack pro. My pantry is never without something salty, crunchy, chewy, sweet, tangy, or some combination of those flavors and textures. Perusing the snack aisle is one of life’s joys, and as a mom of two kids, I don’t need any excuses for loading up because snacks are a necessity.
However, the sheer number of snacks available is overwhelming, especially now that there are entire supermarket aisles dedicated to kids’ products. And most of it might be delicious, but isn’t all that nutritious. So, I’ve done years of legwork for you and nailed down my top picks for healthy—whether that means high in fiber, protein-packed, or low in sugar—kid-approved snacks that I think the adults will find just as satisfying.
Little Sesame Hummus
Whether it’s those super-cute peppers I mentioned or a handful of pretzels, this is a winning protein-packed snack that’ll fill them up. Kids love having their own container of something (and as a parent, I don’t have to remind them about double-dipping). I’ve tried just about every prepared hummus on the market, and this one has the closest flavor to homemade. It’s super creamy, thanks to a strong dose of tahini, and nice acidity from lemon juice.
Archer Oven-Roasted Chicken Minis
Archer
Oven-Roasted Chicken Minis
I love the scaled-down size of this bite-sized jerky. I know my daughter would demolish a full-size stick, but this snack is more appropriately portioned for little ones. Archer does offer traditional beef jerky, but its new chicken option is the real winner. The brand recently added these to its lineup, and I’ll be stocking up when my stash is gone.
