Easy After School Snack Ideas

Kids and adults alike will love these no-fuss after school snacks.

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Avocado Ham Sandwich
Try avocado instead of Swiss in this classic recipe. Or, if your kid prefers the basics, stick with cheese.

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Margherita Pizza
We make this divine Italian classic with fresh mozzarella and hand-torn basil leaves.

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Crispy Oven Chicken Fingers
We've cut the fat from these irresistibly crispy chicken fingers by baking them in the oven instead of deep frying.

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Goldfish Crackers
Try this yummy homemade version of the classic cheesy snacks.

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Milk and Chocolate Chip Cookies


Chocolate chip cookies and milk are a match made in heaven.

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Kiwi Ice Pops


Kiwi ice pops appeal to kids and adults alike. This recipe is not only mouthwatering but no fuss, making it one of the coolest ways to extinguish the end of summer's sizzle.

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Pigs In Blankets
Is there a better snack than pigs in blankets? We use frozen pastry dough and all-beef hot dogs for these crowd-pleasing bites.

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Crispy Rosemary Potato Chips

Prepared from scratch with paper-thin slices of russet potatoes and a sprinkling of fresh rosemary, crunchy sea salt, and crackled pepper, America's favorite snack food has never tasted better.



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Cucumber Crudité Dip

This recipe lends itself readily to substitutions-for instance, for even more flavor, add pureed red pepper and garlic to the crudité dip base. A foray into your pantry will likely yield the makings for this tempting (yet healthy!) snack.



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Corn Fritters with Yogurt Dip

Made with everyday pantry staples and kernels cut straight from the cob, these airy fritters will get eaten up as fast as you can fry them.

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