Food & Cooking Recipes Kid-Friendly Recipes Kid-Friendly Snacks 45 Tasty After-School Snacks That Kids Will Love By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on August 25, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos From preschool to senior year, your kids will love nibbling on these delicious dishes. 01 of 45 After a long day at school, kids cannot wait to unwind and enjoy an afternoon snack. After all, it's been hours since lunchtime but it's still too early for dinner. While this hunger witching hour might seem like it'll make dinner a lost cause, the right after-school snack can serve as a nutritious and satisfying appetizer that'll help them power through homework and afternoon activities. We're sharing some of our favorite easy, quick, and delicious foods for your young ones to munch on; they'll make your afternoons simpler and theirs fuller. Whip up our Hummus Without Tahini, pictured here, for a snack that's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. It comes together in only 10 minutes and can be served alongside crudités or pita chips for a satisfying crunchy option. Want to make a creamy combination of two favorite dips? Chickpeas, avocado, and loads of spices join forces in our Guacamole Hummus recipe that's sure to be a hit. For another dipping snack, create a lighter take on a classic ranch by whipping up our Yogurt Ranch Dip. It only takes five minutes to put together and uses six ingredients you likely already have on hand. Your kids will love dipping an array of vegetables (like carrots, peppers, and tomatoes) into this creamy, tangy bowl. We're also sharing a number of sweet treats that your kids will devour. For the perfect combination of salty and sweet, make our Crunchy Caramel Popcorn. If your little one tends to be shy about trying new things, put together our Crispy Cereal Treats. Our how-to features one base recipe and four different variations to make sure every child has an option they'll love. From lip-smacking salty snacks to scrumptious sweet bites, you'll find the perfect after-school snack for your little ones here. 02 of 45 English Muffin Pizza Snacks Frank Frances Who says pizza can't be a snack? Our take on the beloved bagel-based classic starts with an English muffin instead. It's a snack that will handle their hunger—and yours!—until the homework's done. View Recipe 03 of 45 Ham-and-Apple Wraps with Dip Here's a healthy, hearty, and satisfying snack your kids are sure to love. In 15 minutes, you can prepare these yummy wraps to appease any little ones scouring the pantry before dinner. View Recipe 04 of 45 Cucumber-Blueberry Smoothie This antioxidant-packed smoothie will give your kids the boost they need after a long day of learning. View Recipe 05 of 45 Crunchy Caramel Popcorn José Manuel Picayo Rivera Indulge your kids' popcorn cravings—this extra-crunchy version (with some sweetness) will make them applaud after school. If you have some adventurous eaters at your table, try our Coconut-Caramel Popcorn. View Recipe 06 of 45 Cranberry-Oat Cereal Bars Soothe after-school hunger with nutritious, easy, and delicious snacks your scholarly tykes are sure to savor. Kids will love these sweet oat treats. View Recipe 07 of 45 DIY Dried Fruit Granola Bites Bryan Gardner Try these DIY granola bites for a healthy after school snack. They're made with whole ingredients and nothing artificial. View Recipe 08 of 45 Peanut-Butter Granola Balls Made with honey and dried fruit, these afternoon treats sneak a little nutrition into homework time. View Recipe 09 of 45 Crispy Cereal Treats Kirsten Francis Put a decadent spin on their favorite breakfast with these updated takes on classic cereal bars. We're sharing four rich recipes that will have everyone asking for seconds. View Recipe 10 of 45 Ants on a Log Using assorted dried fruit adds a colorful twist to this kid-favorite snack. View Recipe 11 of 45 Maple-Nut Granola The classic fall flavors of this granola make for a delicious and filling breakfast or afternoon treat. View Recipe 12 of 45 Chocolate-Coconut Graham Crackers These cookies are incredibly easy to make; toasting the shredded coconut brings out its nutty flavor. View Recipe 13 of 45 Pear with Honey and Pecans A single serving of this after-school meal offers up both fiber and healthy fats. View Recipe 14 of 45 Pita Nachos Whip up these mini pizzas for your kids to enjoy during their homework session. View Recipe 15 of 45 Healthy Oatmeal Cookies John Kernick It takes just ten minutes to prepare the dough for these sweet, crunchy treats, and you can feel good about serving them to your kids since they're made with whole-wheat flour. View Recipe 16 of 45 Warm Fruit-and-Nut Snack This healthy trail mix is a perfect nosh for kids while they're completing math homework or working on their art projects. View Recipe 17 of 45 Cheddar Carrot Balls These cheddar-carrot balls are a snack that's fun for kids. They're so creamy and delicious, you'll want to make extra for yourself. View Recipe 18 of 45 Cinnamon Tostada Kids (and grown-ups, too) will love this updated version of cinnamon toast. View Recipe 19 of 45 Yogurt Ranch Dipping Sauce Kate Sears Made with mayonnaise and Greek yogurt, this dipping sauce makes for the perfect after-school snack when paired with crunchy carrots and fresh red peppers. View Recipe 20 of 45 Frozen Fruit Salad Placing ordinary fruit in the freezer for an hour gives this classic snack a fun, new snap. View Recipe 21 of 45 Guacamole Hummus Con Poulos This snack is a delicious combination of two favorites dips. With loads of avocado and chickpeas, this flavorful bite packs a punch. Serve it with tortilla chips for a crunchy taste that's sure to be a hit. View Recipe 22 of 45 Spicy-Sweet Maple Snack Mix John Dolan As the name of this snack entails, it's the perfect combination of spicy and sweet. It gets its kick from cayenne pepper and pepitas, while its sweetness comes from maple syrup. View Recipe 23 of 45 Pizza Crackers You can use any of your favorite pizza toppings on these crackers. Try diced deli ham, chopped bell pepper, or pineapple chunks. View Recipe 24 of 45 Kettle Chip Nachos CHELSEA CAVANAUGH Older kids will love this easy snack because it packs a kick. Featuring jalapeños, two types of cheese, and the perfect crunch from kettle chips, this twist on classic nachos will quickly become a new favorite. View Recipe 25 of 45 Peanut-Butter Granola Bars These homemade versions of a favorite snack food are filled with healthy fruit and nuts and are very simple to make. View Recipe 26 of 45 Pull-Apart Pigs in a Blanket Kirsten Francis This party favorite is sure to be a hit with your kids after school. Flaky dough is wrapped around bite-size hot dogs for a savory snack. View Recipe 27 of 45 Sushi Surprise Bryan Gardner Offer an unexpected twist on an afternoon snack of raw vegetables—wrap them up in bread to look like sushi. View Recipe 28 of 45 Popcorn Balls Try substituting other types of dried fruit and nuts for the raisins and peanuts for a fun twist on the classic popcorn ball. View Recipe 29 of 45 Cereal Mix with Parmesan Our version of this classic mix features pretzels and wholesome cereals plus the grown-up flavors of olive oil and Parmesan. View Recipe 30 of 45 Tortilla Cups with Yogurt and Fresh Fruit Give yogurt and fruit a special twist by serving them in these tortilla cups. View Recipe 31 of 45 White Bean Dip Everyone will love this dip, so make some extra. It will keep, refrigerated, for three days. View Recipe 32 of 45 English Muffin with Apple and Cheddar This delicious sandwich is a quick and satisfying meal for hungry kids just off the bus. View Recipe 33 of 45 Snowflake Quesadilla With these snowflakes, only the cheese melts. Fold a flour tortilla in half, then in thirds. Snip out shapes, unfold, and use as the top of a quesadilla. View Recipe 34 of 45 Edamame Spread This protein-packed spread is sure to delight, especially when paired with salty crackers. View Recipe 35 of 45 Watermelon-Strawberry Pops Try this refreshing pop to energize your kids after a long day at school. View Recipe 36 of 45 Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas Andrew Purcell This crunchy snack is so perfect, your kids will ask for it in their packed lunches, too. View Recipe 37 of 45 Tiny Tuna Melts These mini sandwiches are the perfect kid-sized snack. View Recipe 38 of 45 Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie Linda Pugliese From the school bus to a tropical island, the kids will love this fruity snack after a long day of school. Featuring pineapple, coconut oil, and chia seeds, it comes together in only five minutes but will tide them over for hours. View Recipe 39 of 45 Peanut Butter and Jam Crepe Roll Use crepes to turn a classic sandwich into a specialty snack. View Recipe 40 of 45 Chocolate Banana Pops These pops will quickly turn into warm-weather favorites. View Recipe 41 of 45 Creamy Zucchini and Ricotta Spread This spread is the perfect match for chips and crackers, but it's also the perfect starting point for a great sandwich. View Recipe 42 of 45 Bird Haven Farm Applesauce Mikkel Vang With only 15 minutes of prep, this sweet applesauce is just the snack to tide kids over until dinner is ready. View Recipe 43 of 45 Zucchini, Banana, and Flaxseed Muffins John Kernick The zucchini and banana help create a soft and tender muffin, while keeping it low in fat. View Recipe 44 of 45 Loaded Sweet-Potato Skins These savory snacks are the perfect snack to keep your kids full until dinner. View Recipe 45 of 45 Granola with Pecans and Dried Fruit Romulo Yanes Enjoy this granola with milk or yogurt, or just eat it plain. 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