Quick & Easy Snacks

We reinvent your favorite snack foods like pretzels, nuts, crackers and fruit to create something new and delicious, even after school snacks.

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The Best Banana Bread

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The batter for this easy-to-make banana bread is enriched with sour cream, which gives it a subtle tang and super moist texture. In order to avoid this quick bread becoming tough and chewy, don't overmix the batter.

Roasted Pumpkin

This recipe for basic roasted pumpkin is so simple and very versatile. You can eat the sweet, fibrous flesh straight out of the shell with some olive oil, salt, and pepper, or you can get creative. Once you've roasted the pumpkin as directed below, consider making Pumpkin Wedges with Sage or Indian-Spiced Pumpkin.

Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie

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Baking, simplified: One pan and two steps create this soft, gooey, giant cookie.

Creamy Lemon Squares

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The creamy lemon squares of your dreams take just 15 minutes of prep: Stir together a mere three ingredients to create a sunny, puckery filling for the buttery shortbread crust in this dessert.

Puffed-Rice Bars with Peanut Butter and Chocolate

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Transform out-of-the-box rice cereal into peanut-packed cookie bars spread with melted chocolate.

Banana-Oat Smoothie

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Get a healthy start with lean protein from milk and yogurt, plus fiber from oats and banana.

Fast Raspberry Scones

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Serve these raspberry scones at breakfast or with tea for an afternoon snack.

Persimmon and Brie Crostini

These little toasts make a delectable Thanksgiving appetizer. Be sure to use Fuyu persimmons -- they should be ripe but sliceable.

Five-Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies

Longing for homemade chocolate chip cookies in a snap? Nut butter does double duty by replacing both flour and regular butter in these five-ingredient, two-bite (gluten-free!) treats.

Crispy Roasted Cauliflower

This healthy snack you can make ahead and have a container handy when you are on-the-go.

Oatmeal Crisps

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Bake these delicate cookies during the weekend, and enjoy them throughout the week.

Spiced Walnuts

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Cayenne pepper gives these slightly sweet walnuts a piquant kick.
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Inspiration and Ideas

Delicious Snack Recipes That Are Perfect for Any Mood
A full meal can feel like too big of a commitment, especially when we're craving something quick and satisfying. That's where snacks come in! Equally popular with kids and adults alike, most of our best snack recipes are wholesome and nutritious, and all are deeply satisfying. Join us in snacking right through breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Broiled Persimmons with Mascarpone
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When fully ripe, persimmons have a glossy red-orange skin, similar to tomatoes, and a tangy-sweet flavor. They are available at most markets from October through March; choose fruit that is plump and slightly soft but not at all mushy.
Old-Fashioned Lemon Sugar Cookies
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Butter Pecan Cookies
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Avocado-Banana Smoothie

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Try sipping your avocado -- this tropical-tasting avocado smoothie makes a satisfying breakfast or snack.

All Quick & Easy Snacks

Perfect Homemade Granola

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If you prefer some other dried fruit, such as cranberries, you can add them to this mix.

Cranberry-Avocado Salsa

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This is a delicious holiday salsa to serve with pita crisps.

Anti-Cancer Smoothie

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The powerful ingredients in this smoothie recipe from William Li of the Angiogenesis Foundation's Eat to Defeat Cancer initiative pack a healthy punch, helping to lower your risk of several types of cancer.

Grapefruit, Carrot, and Ginger Juice

This juice will give a healthy kickstart to your day.

Pumpkin-Seed Brittle

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You don't need to be a candymaker to master this easy brittle recipe! Melt together butter, light brown sugar, and honey, cook until they reach a boil, then stir in pumpkin seeds and cool until set. The brittle can be enjoyed by itself or broken over ice cream.

Creamy Mango Pops

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This is a quick afternoon vegan treat for warm summer days.

Pan-Fried Sardines

The canned sardines are coated in cornmeal and fried up in minutes for a delicious appetizer.

Popcorn on the Cob

Celebrate harvest season with "ears" of candied popcorn, reminiscent of Indian corn. Unbleached parchment paper from your pantry is all you need for the pretty presentation.

Pineapple and Ginger Smoothie

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Drink up! The fresh ginger in this tropical pineapple smoothie adds a layer of spice that'll give your morning a kick.

White Hot Chocolate

This tasty twist on a traditional hot chocolate is made with white chocolate and vanilla extract.

Green Machine Smoothie

Detox Cred: Starting the day with this nutrient-dense elixir is a delicious way to charge your system with nutrients. Dark leafy greens are extremely alkalizing, meaning they foster a more neutral body environment for better functioning enzymes, compared with acid-forming foods like meats and dairy.

Cinnamon Poached Apples with Toasted Walnuts

A snack you make ahead such as this one will help you feel satiated until your next meal.

Classic Guacamole

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For many, cilantro is the key to making the best guacamole. Serve this with chips, crackers, or crudites.

Cheater's Deviled Eggs

Everything you love about deviled eggs but deconstructed into an easier-to-make bite! Spread rice crackers with mayo and mustard, then top with a slice of hard-boiled egg, smoked sweet paprika, and fresh dill.

Foolproof Hard-Cooked Eggs

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Although the term "hard-boiled" is more commonly known, "hard-cooked" is more accurate because the eggs should not be cooked at a boil.

Roasted Spiced Chickpeas

Craving something crunchy? These spicy roasted chickpeas will give you healthy satisfaction without too much salt or saturated fat.

Warm Vanilla Milk

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Vanilla-flavored milk satisfies the midnight munchies.

Mashed-Avocado and Egg Toast

Like a cross between avocado toast and egg salad, this delicious mash-up is served on whole-grain toast and finished with delicate fresh chives. Plus, there's no mayo here—creamy avocado provides plenty of richness.

Papaya-Ginger Smoothie

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Papaya has a slight muskiness that makes it a good partner for both mild and assertive ingredients. Coupling it with mint gives this quick-to-fix smoothie a bright, clean taste.

Grilled Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon

While you can't go wrong with the classic cantaloupe and prosciutto pairing, feel free use any melon and cured meat you like. All the skewers need is a quick turn on the grill, and appetizers are served!

Candied Orange Peel

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Use this recipe to garnish our Almond-Orange Financier. Candied peel can be made up to three weeks ahead; store it with the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Crunchy Ramen Snack Mix

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This spicy snack mix features toasted ramen noodles, nuts, cornflakes and freeze-dried peas.

Butternut Squash Quesadilla

Hearty butternut squash is often roasted as a seasonal side dish, but a whole one might yield too much for a single meal. This double-cheese quesadilla is a great way to use the leftovers.

Spiced Pumpkin Seeds

Don't toss those seeds! With a bit of seasoning and a little honey, you can make a sweet and spicy snack with a satisfying crunch.
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