41 Nut-Free Snacks to Kids Will Love Taking to School

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41 Nut-Free Snacks to Kids Will Love Taking to School1/41 Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins 48 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These banana chocolate chip muffins are one of the first things my husband gets hungry for when he’s home from deployment. I make sure to have the overripe bananas ready. They’re a family tradition. —Kimberly Duda, Sanford, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 207 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 172mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (18g

sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein

sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat. 2/41 Marshmallow Fruit Dip 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Marshmallow Fruit Dip Recipe photo by Diana Chistruga for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 5 cups (40 servings) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can whip up this sweet and creamy dip in just 10 minutes. I like to serve it in a bowl surrounded by fresh-picked strawberries at spring brunches or luncheons. —Cindy Steffen, Cedarburg, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 56 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g

sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 3/41 Easy Cake Mix Bars 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Cake Mix Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I take this dessert to work for Friday pick-me-ups. It’s one of my favorite yellow cake bar recipes. I love to share them because they’re so easy to eat, easy to make and easy on the wallet. —Amy Rose, Ballwin, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 113 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 102mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0

fiber), 1g protein

fiber), 1g protein. 4/41 Chocolate-Dipped Apple Rings 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 2 hours 50 min Servings about 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These apple treats are a staple in my Christmas goody packages. Sometimes I add an 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne to the cinnamon mixture for a little extra kick. —Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 dipped apple ring: 40 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 5/41 Lunch Box Pizzas 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lunch Box Pizzas

Plus they pack nicely in sandwich bags and travel well, so there’s no mess

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When you have these fun-to-make mini pizzas, it’s no challenge finding lunch fare that the kids enjoy. Plus they pack nicely in sandwich bags and travel well, so there’s no mess. —Rhonda Cliett, Belton, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 94 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 292mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 6/41 Red Velvet Cookies 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved KRISTINA VANNI FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 5 dozen

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My student job in college was in the bakery. These dreamy morsels take me back to that special place and time. Red velvet lovers will appreciate this fun take on the cake. —Christina Petri, Alexandria, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 103 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 62mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 7/41 Chocolate Pretzel Rings 53 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you like chocolate-covered pretzels, you’ll love

these simple snacks

these simple snacks. They’re fun to make any time of year because you can color-coordinate the M&M’s to each holiday. —Kim Scurio, Carol Stream, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 2 each: 69 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 8/41 Apple Yogurt Parfaits 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Yogurt Parfaits Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Get the morning started right with this super simple four-ingredient parfait. Try chunky or flavored applesauce for an easy variation.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch

—Rebekah Radewahn, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 parfait: 158 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 70mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch. 9/41 Ranch Popcorn 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ranch Popcorn Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What’s movie night at home without some popcorn to munch? Try a big tub of this buttery, showstopping blend. It’s easy, cheesy and finger-lickin’ good. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 188 calories, 16g fat (6g

—Karen Gardiner, Eutaw, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 107 calories,

saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 10/41 Dill Vegetable Dip 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dill Vegetable Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend gave me this zesty dip recipe many years ago, and now I serve it at our annual holiday open house. To make it mobile, spoon a serving of the dip in the bottom of a small cup, then garnish with fresh veggies. —Karen Gardiner, Eutaw, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 107 calories,

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

11g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 187mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 11/41 Fruity Cereal Bars 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With dried apples and cranberries, these crispy cereal bars are perfect for snacks or brown-bag lunches. —Giovanna Kranenberg, Cambridge, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 111 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 12/41 Pinwheels 70 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen

13/41 Fruit &

Approved Appetizer Tortilla Pinwheels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend gave me this recipe, and whenever I serve these tortilla roll ups, people ask me for the recipe, too! The cream cheese pinwheels can be made ahead of time and sliced just before serving, leaving you time for other last-minute party preparations. —Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 pinwheel: 63 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 119mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 13/41 Fruit &

It’s wonderful all year, but we enjoy it at holiday parties in particular

Cereal Snack Mix Test Kitchen Approved Fruit & Cereal Snack Mix Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2-1/2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I mix dried cranberries, cherries, raisins and apple chips with cinnamon cereal for a kid-friendly snack. It’s wonderful all year, but we enjoy it at holiday parties in particular. —John Lancaster, Union Grove, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 223 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. 14/41 Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Poppy

These golden goodies are always popular at brunches and bake sales

Seed Muffins Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 jumbo muffins Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These golden goodies are always popular at brunches and bake sales. For a great holiday gift, put the muffins in a pretty basket or other container and add a jar of preserves. Kimberly Baxter, Exeter, Rhode Island Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 496 calories, 23g fat (14g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 517mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein. 15/41 Sprinkle Fruit Dip 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Sprinkle Fruit Dip Recipe photo by Taste of

Making this creamy mixture especially festive are its bright candy sprinkles

Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 cups dip (14 cups fruit) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Making this creamy mixture especially festive are its bright candy sprinkles. An assortment of fresh fruit “dippers” adds even more goodness. —Leslie Miller, Butler, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons dip with 1/2 cup fruit: 95 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. 16/41 Mini S’mores 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini S’mores Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings about 4 dozen Go

Here’s the answer!

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Want to sink your teeth into s’mores all year long? Here’s the answer! Just combine marshmallow creme, chocolate and graham crackers for an awesome bite.—Stephanie Tewell, Elizabeth, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 145 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 66mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 17/41 Cheesy Snack Mix 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2-1/2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Our love for Mexican food inspired me to make party mix with taco seasoning. The flavor is so mild that

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