All you need is a can of chickpeas, some olive oil and your preferred blend of spices. Mix the ingredients and roast the chickpeas on a sheet pan at degrees for about a half hour — and, voila, you have a crunchy, spicy, frugal snack!

Chickpeas are not the only thing you can roast into a yummy snack! Roasting pumpkin seeds and butternut squash seeds are excellent cheap snack ideas, as well. Nutritious, filling and convenient, granola bars have long hailed King of Cheap Snacks for Kids.

In recent years, however, you may have noticed that granola bars are not the cheapest snacks to buy; store-bought bars are actually outrageously pricey.

However, if you are looking for affordable snacks to make, then homemade granola bars fit the bill. I have always loved granola bars as inexpensive snacks even as an adult , but never considered making them myself until my mother-in-law shared her super simple recipe with me.

I was shocked at how easy, healthy and affordable it is to whip up a batch of basic granola bars. Recipes vary by taste and budget! Other common ingredients are peanut butter, honey, flour, sugar, chocolate chips and dried fruits. To keep granola bar snacks cheap, just make sure to choose a recipe with ingredients that fit your budget!

In my meal planning , I usually include hummus as an easy lunch or light dinner…but veggies dipped in hummus are great cheap snack foods, too! To get the most bang for your buck, it is most affordable to make your own hummus. The simplest recipes call for few ingredients — just toss chickpeas, olive oil and salt into your food processor then slice up some veggies and your will have easy and cheap snacks for days!

Cucumber slices, carrot sticks and red pepper wedges are my go-to dippers that work well with plain or flavored hummus. Oh, and did you know that you can freeze hummus?

So, go ahead and make a double batch, then freeze in smaller portions to use as cheap, easy snacks for the next month! On hot summer days, there are no better cheap, easy snack than frozen grapes. Seriously, all you need to do to prepare these summertime heat-beating gems is pop them into the freezer!

Of course, fresh grapes are tasty, too — but frozen grapes are absolutely refreshing. Plus, they are a fun, unique and affordable snack for kids. To make sure you stay on budget with grapes as cheap snacks to buy, my best advice is to purchase grapes when they are at rock-bottom prices.

Once removed from the stem, washed and patted dry, place the grapes in a quality freezer container. The low cost snacks can be stored in the freezer for up to a year!

Other cheap fruit snacks that are fabulous when frozen are strawberries, blueberries and banana bits. Apples are my top choice of cheap fruits; I swear, I eat at least one apple every day! Full of nutrients and slightly sweet, apples are little frugal all-stars.

Although I usually like bites of fresh apple mixed in with my oatmeal for breakfast one of my all-time favorite frugal meals! One of the best ways to prepare apples as a snack— especially in the autumn and winter — is to bake them. Steer clear of the recipes that call for heaps of sugar and butter and, instead, make healthy cheap snacks of thinly sliced apples sprinkled with cinnamon and baked to perfection.

In the summertime, fresh apple rings sprinkled with cinnamon or apple slices slathered in peanut butter are cheap and easy snacks, too! Just toss canned and rinsed black beans into your food processor along with sauteed onion, garlic and peppers.

Stir in some salt, cumin and cilantro to turn up the flavor and pair with fresh veggies for phenomenal frugal snacks. If you are making cheap snacks for a party, consider including tortilla chips as dippers, as well.

Some of my favorite dried fruits to keep on hand are dried mango, dried apple, dried pear, dried banana and for a special treat, dried bananas covered in dark chocolate.

Twitter: tedisarah. Mix it up: Try some dried veggies along with your dried fruit. Try dehydrated red peppers, tomatoes, and beets. My favorite healthy are fruit and homemade trail mix.

Twitter: pickyeaterblog. Mix it up: Try swapping the nuts in this homemade recipe for shredded coconut. My other regular choice of healthy foods are raw veggies with a Wholly Guacamole packet — so yummy and satisfying. Twitter: chrisfreytag. Mix it up: If you like these Kind bars, then you should try Fody dark chocolate sea salt bars and NuGo Dark bars.

For me, the perfect snack is the right mix of carbs, protein, and fat. It also is sweet and satisfying. The trail mix usually includes almonds [protein], dried fruit [carb], and mini chocolate chips [fat]. While there are plenty of good store bought trail mixes, I like being able to control the sodium and calorie content of my own mix.

Twitter: MomNutrition. Mix it up: Try walnuts, cranberries, and white-chocolate chips; pistachios, dried blueberries, and carob; or peanuts, chopped apricots, and yogurt drops.

When it comes to snacking at the office or even on-the-go we keep it simple and easy to implement! Combine that with a piece of fruit and you not only get some quality protein that you are in probably need of anyways but also an energy boost via your fruit which makes for the perfect office breakfast idea and helps with getting past the dreaded mid-afternoon slump!

Twitter: DIYactive. My favorite healthy snack to keep at the office is nuts. They contain healthy fat and protein, which keep you full and satisfied until your next meal. Nuts are also high in fiber yet low in net carbohydrates total carbohydrates minus fiber.

Salted or unsalted? Raw or roasted? The choice is yours, based on your preferences and nutrition-related goals. Twitter: lowcarbrd. Mix it up: Add some low-carb vegetables, such as broccoli, to the mix to round out your snack.

These kinds of vegetables can not only be part of your next healthy office snack , they are also full of nutrients and vitamins. Having a portable, healthy carb and crunchy snack like this will help me follow true hunger. Having something healthy like carrots prevents me from eating something out of boredom, stress or thirst.

These are great snacks if I know I have hours between my lunch and dinner. And lastly, dark chocolate. This is a great thing to have on hand in an office where treats, baked goods and birthday cakes are debuted all too often.

A healthy treat like dark chocolate can be a good swap for something dessert-like without derailing health goals. Twitter: kellyoc. Mix it up: Dip raw carrots in green salsa to add flavor without adding any calories.

The combo of protein, healthy fat and fiber gives you a great energy boost and keeps you full for a couple hours. If you work from home like I do, try adding a drizzle of raw honey, some hemp seeds or sliced bananas.

Twitter: serenagwolf. So good, filling, and keeps me satisfied till my next meal! Mix it up: Try cottage cheese mixed with orange segments and sprinkled with turmeric or cottage cheese topped with apple chunks and nutmeg.

A home made trail mix with nuts, seeds and chocolate chips — for healthy fats to keep me full and a little hit of chocolate to prevent going for less healthy chocolate bars! Twitter: lauraagarwilson. Mix it up: Try pumpkin seeds, cashews, and dark-chocolate covered blueberries.

Twitter: PhoebeLapine. Mix it up: If you like these crackers, then you should try Kashi 7-grain crackers or Crunchmaster crackers. One of my favorite healthy desk snacks would be a Quest Nutrition Bar. They taste amazing and the macros are fantastic for my goals. Twitter: FITaspire. Want more on Quest?

Hear co-founder Tom Bilyeu talk about the origins of this life-changing bar on the Brand Builder podcast. Mix it up: If you like Quest, then you should try GNC Total Lean® bars or MusclePharm organic protein bars.

My favorite healthy snack is fresh fruit. It may sound simple, but fresh cut pineapples, apples, mango, kiwi, peaches and more are my faves. I also love blending up mini smoothies. And also avocado toast. Twitter: lunchboxbunch. Mix it up: Squeeze some pineapple or citrus juice onto your fruit to get a little extra flavor.

I usually pair these dairy proteins with fresh berries for sweetness and seeds for texture and fiber. Twitter: kristinalaruerd. Mix it up: Add a splash of maple water or spoonful of no-sugar jam to your dairy for an extra boost of flavor.

My current favorite healthy snack is actually pretty odd, but I would have to go with coconut oil. If I have a quick tablespoon of coconut oil and some cold brew, I stay full and mentally sharp for hours.

This is a super quick way to get a huge pop of energy as quick as possible. I stock up on eXo, Mammoth and Bricks bars for times in between when I have the moment to chew!

Twitter: thepaleofix. Mix it up: Add coconut oil to your oatmeal or fruit bowl to give yourself a regular fix.

My snacks are dark chocolate, fruit, and leftovers. Mostly leftovers. Twitter: pauljaminet. My favorite healthy snack is a toss up between roasted chick peas and roasted broad beans.

Both are packed with protein and fiber to help balance blood sugar and sustain energy levels. They are also non-perishable, a big plus during warm weather months. I have no financial affiliation with either company mentioned — just my preference after tasting many brands.

Twitter: LaurenPincusRD. Mix it up: Trying roasting peas, corn, kale, and carrots as well. My favorite snack for the workplace is a bag of raw nuts. Not to mention how delicious they are 🙂. I also like to keep apples and baby carrots around but those have a more limited shelf life.

Twitter: winwinfood. Mix it up: Add your raw nuts to a bowl and spritz them with water or lemon juice before sprinkling on a seasoning of your choice. The water will help the seasoning stick to the nuts without roasting.

Believe it or not, I eat a lot of baby food as a healthy to-go snack. My favorite brand is Beech-Nut, and all their choices have a clean ingredient stack and usually have a decent vegetable component to them as well. Twitter: HealthKismet. My favorite healthy snack is one that my mom introduced to me when I was a wee lass.

Ants on a log! They are celery sticks with peanut butter spread in the groove and raisins lined up one after the other. Fun, simple AND nutritious! Twitter: HeadHealthNut. Mix it up: Try celery sticks with almond butter and currants or celery sticks with hummus and sun-dried tomatoes.

My favorite snack to have on hand is a small bag of raw nuts and a piece of fruit, like an apple. I like to have healthy fats and fruit with fiber to keep me feeling full for a long time. Twitter: thefithousewife. Mix it up: Try bringing a handful of seeds and a snackable vegetable, such as celery sticks.

I actually make my own homemade snack bars, which combine a good mixture of fat and protein and complex carbs to keep me satiated and energized throughout the day. Preheat Oven to degrees F. Comine all ingredients in a food processor or strong blender until thoroughly blended.

Bake for mins. Let cool and enjoy! Twitter: soundbodylife. Mix it up: Swap out your choice of nut butter and mix-ins for a different snack every time. This helps keep me full while I teach back to back classes. I try not to keep it around because who can stick to a single serving size?

Twitter: femininemuscle. Mix it up: Skip the seed butter for a lighter smoothie. My kitchen is my office.. so I struggle with trying not to snack on everything I make! I try to have pre-made healthy snacks to eat at work like protein balls, home-made granola bars, and protein cookies in my freezer for a grab on the go snack or for something small after a workout.

Twitter: FitFoodieFinds. Mix it up: Keep things interesting by dipping homemade granola bars in yogurt, peanut butter, or apple butter. My favorite healthy snack is my homemade granola which I make with organic oats, sunflower seeds, shredded coconut, protein powder, cinnamon, almonds and cacao powder.

I like it because it contains a ton of minerals, protein, fiber and healthy fat. Other go to snacks are a cup of mixed almonds and walnuts and a green apple. Twitter: RegainWellness. Mix it up: Hold the cinnamon, coconut, and cocoa powder and make this treat savory by adding seaweed flakes, Chinese five-spice powder, and dried wasabi peas.

Twitter: wtfveganfood. My favorite snack at the office are nuts and specifically cashews. They provide me with energy and good fats and are an easy snack to have handy. Plus, they are great for your mind.

Twitter: theannesophie. One of my favorite snacks is a Quest Bar. Twitter: dandefigio. One snack that goes anywhere and everywhere is Perky Jerky.

But for carnivores, the 1 oz packets calories are a protein loaded gift. We typically have the Original Turkey Jerky daily. Other, bigger eaters, may opt for a 2. Summary: satisfying, tasty, good nutrition profile esp. for the Original Turkey, travels well, keeps well. Twitter: healthytravel. Plus, they contain no artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners.

I also am a huge fan of the classic apple or celery and peanut or almond butter. Twitter: onesmartbrownie. I find almonds to be the easiest way to curb hunger pains without the guilt! Today there is so much variety when it comes to selecting this tasty snack.

I often mix unsalted roasted almonds with raisins and stash them either in my gym bag or car. However I have made a few new discoveries that have switched up snack routine! Another new discovery are Harvest Soul Tropical Fusion juices, these are an organic chewable line of juices that include almonds!

In addition to almonds the juice includes Goji Berries, Golden Berries, Pumpkin Seeds, Raspberries and Blueberries. Each bottle contains a high amount of fiber making it perfect for that mid-afternoon slump. Twitter: NadiaMurdockFit.

My favorite snack are Quest Bars! My favorite flavor is the Mint Chocolate Chunk. Twitter: mikedonavanik. Twitter: dietitiancassie. My favorite snacks are smart combinations that help balance blood sugar i.

provide your body with consistent energy. I love good quality, natural jerky and a dried berries as a quick, portable option. Another favorite is hard boiled eggs and sliced cucumber, both sprinkled with lemon pepper.

Cut bell peppers with hummus, yogurt dip or miso tahini dip all of which are really easy to make yourself are also favorites. Twitter: EatSimply. I love to eat superfoods such as medjool dates pit removed stuffed with some nut butter and topped with some maldon sea salt.

It is salty and sweet but but balanced in fibre and healthy fats to keep me going to dinner. Perfect afternoon pick me up! Mix it up: Try stuffing Medjool dates with feta cheese or pieces of jerky to make a savory snack. Eating at your desk while working causes mindless eating, which can lead to over eating or eating things that are not healthy because you are not really thinking about what you are snacking on.

I like getting up and stretching my body, then taking a short walk outside with the dogs and snacking on a handful of almonds, or sprinkling some almonds and raisins in my Greek yogurt to enjoy while on my walk. I even enjoy a handful of granola mixed in my yogurt on occasion. Another snack I enjoy is a bowl of berries raspberries, blueberries and grapes.

What I do allow at my desk is water. I drink water all day, every day. Twitter: livingsmartgirl. Mix it up: Try topping your Greek yogurt with chickpeas, olives, and cherry tomatoes to make a savory yogurt treat.

Lately, my favorite healthy vegan snack has been sushi. My newest favorite is this hearty omelette and eggplant sushi. Get the Kettle Corn recipe. These strawberries 'n' cream granola bars are so much better than the store-bought kind.

Packed with rolled oats, coconut flakes, pepitas, and freeze-dried strawberries for a hit of tart flavor, these are perfect for breakfast or an on-the-go snack.

Get the Strawberries 'n' Cream Granola Bars recipe. Pinwheel sandwiches are here with their totally retro swirls, ready to be packed into lunchboxes , piled onto game day spreads, or just eaten as an afternoon snack.

The best part is that there are endless combinations of fillings you can customize these with. As long as you stick with the basic formula and amounts, the sky's the limit. Get the Pinwheel Sandwiches recipe. Cooking with chia seeds might seem intimidating, but in reality this high-protein pudding couldn't be easier to whip up.

Simply add liquid, give it a good stir, and let time do the rest. We like ours topped with fresh fruit—juicy berries, sweet bananas , or fragrant pears work great—and crunchy granola , but feel free to go crazy with your favorite toppings.

Get the Chia Pudding recipe. Looking for an easy, quick low-carb snack? Look no further than these BLT egglets. Get the BLT Egglets recipe. They take just minutes to prepare, and using your air fryer means less grease and guilt.

Feel free to customize your chips with different herbs and spices—the possibilities really are endless. Get the Air Fryer Kale Chips recipe. Everything in moderation! Get the Healthier Oatmeal Cookies recipe.

Meet the love child of two iconic breakfasts: toasted everything bagel with cream cheese and savory avocado toast. Their superpowers combine in these irresistible avocado fries , which rely on the magical air fryer for their crisp texture, rather than deep frying.

Get the Air Fryer Everything Bagel Avocado Fries recipe. For those days when we really need to get a boost of greens, we turn to this perfect green smoothie. Packed with good-for-you fruits and veggies, this smoothie has everything you need to keep you full and energized till dinner.

Plus, it's downright delicious. Get the Green Smoothie recipe. Switch up your normal tater tots by adding finely chopped broccoli and ranch seasoning.

Bonus: Using your air fryer will give you ultra-crispy tots in half the time! Get the Air Fryer Broccoli Ranch Tots recipe.

Bite-sized deviled eggs get a smoky kick from harissa Tunisian chili pepper paste in this simple but flavorful recipe. Get the Harissa Deviled Eggs recipe.

Popcorn Low fat Greek yogurt or cottage cheese Raw vegetables

Affordable snacking solutions - Nuts and seeds Popcorn Low fat Greek yogurt or cottage cheese Raw vegetables

Serving Size: 1 cup Protein: 2g Calories: 35 Sugar: 3g. Perfectly balanced to fuel active lifestyles, these bite-sized delights harness the power of sunflower seeds to provide 5 grams of protein per serving. Serving Size: 1 bag 1 oz Protein: 5g Calories: Sugar: 3g. This low glycemic treat packs 6 grams of protein and will leave you full, satisfied, and firing on all cylinders.

This tasty, well balanced snack has it all - fruit for fiber and vitamins, goat cheese for protein, and multigrain crackers for complex carbs. Serving Size: 15 topped crackers Protein: 8g Calories: Sugar: 6g.

Fresh, crunchy, and bright green snow peas make a perfectly satisfying and healthy snack alone. But when you stuff these handy nutrient-rich little packages with flavorful, nutrient-rich ingredients, you arrive at the next level of snacking bliss.

Snow peas have dense, fibrous pods that provide an amazing crunch and make amazing boats for a number of different fillings. Stir together the cottage cheese, peppers, chives, and salt and pepper. Using a small spoon or a recycled squeezable condiment bottle stuff each pea with filling.

Serving Size: 1 Recipe Protein: 16g Calories: Sugar: 6g. Serving Size: 1 oz Protein: 5g Calories: Sugar: 0g. It packs all the comfort and delight of a classic parfait, but it incorporates anti-inflammatory turmeric and nutrient-dense amaranth. Best of all, this treat has no added sugar.

Pumpkin seeds or pepitas have a rich, nutty flavor, and contain heart-healthy magnesium, omega 3s, and zinc for immune support. Serving Size: 1 oz Protein: 8g Calories: Sugar: 0g. In fact, it barely has any. One tablespoon of tahini has 1.

One tablespoon of butter has 7 grams of saturated fat. Build on this classic recipe to suit your taste. Add apricot jam and black sesame seeds for something sweet, or add sliced hard-boiled eggs and black pepper for a savory kick. Ingredients: 1 slice of whole-wheat toast 1 tablespoon of tahini How to prepare: Simply smooth tahini on the toast.

Add your choice of toppings if desired. Serving Size: 1 recipe Protein: 6g Calories: Sugar: Around 1 gram, depending on your bread. The result is a delicious, energy-packed bar free from preservatives, GMOs, and added sugar.

Simple and delicious, this lean, protein-filled snack will have you full and energized. Ingredients: 3 slices low sodium smoked turkey slices 3 slice 1 oz provolone cheese How to prepare: Roll slice of cheese and slice of turkey together.

Serving Size: 1 roll Protein: 11g Calories: Sugar: 0g. Serving Size: 1 stick 1 oz Protein: 7g Calories: 90 Sugar: 1g. Research shows that the neuroprotective compounds found in walnuts not only support brain health, but could also increase inferential reasoning in young adults.

Serving Size: 1 oz Protein: 4g Calories: Sugar: 1g. Watermelon are packed with nutrients, including lycopene, which helps prevent artery hardening and helps block certain types of cancers. Serving Size: 1 cup cubed Protein: 1g Calories: 46 Sugar: 10g. Raw almonds contain a bounty of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium and vitamin E, and help regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

Complex carbs, protein, and healthy fats make for an incredibly balanced, delicious snack to stave off hunger and keep you energized. This sodium free, flavor rich snack contains more potassium and fewer calories than any other nut - so get crackin!

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Hi there! Quick question for you, are you looking for snacks for yourself or to provide snacks for people at your office? click one below Q: What are 5 healthy snacks? A: 5 of the healthiest snacks that are good for you while keeping you full are: Low Sugar Greek Yogurt Bananas and Peanut Butter Organic Oatmeal with Fruit Dry Roasted Pistachios Veggie Hummus with Pita Q: What are healthy snacks to buy in ?

A: For people who want to fight hunger between meals, it is recommended to snack on food options that deliver a healthy dose of protein and nutrients.

Snacks with less than calories per serving are considered appropriate options. High-fiber snacks can help make you feel full and help to reduce your appetite for your next meal while snacks with 10 grams of sugar or less can satisfy your sweet tooth without having to worry about a sugar-filled crash.

Q: Where can I find healthy snacks? A: Finding the right healthy snack combination is going to depend on your own preferences. Q: When should I snack? A: Generally it is best to snack about one or two hours before your next meal to decrease hunger and avoid overeating during meal times.

Snacking at night can be good for you as long as you take note to keep your snack light and not too close to bedtime. Q: How do I know if a snack is healthy? A: Our interactive healthy snacking guide will help you narrow down your options by dietary facts, sugar levels, and snackers with dietary or allergen requirements such as: Gluten Free, Vegan, Dairy Free, Paleo, and Nut Free.

Q: Why should I eat healthy snacks? A: Snacking on healthy foods can help you manage your hunger levels especially on days when your meals are spaced further apart or are irregular. Snacks can also boost your energy during the day as they are often portable and can be consumed on-the-go. Why do we love crunch?

What is it about loud, bold textures that make us want to keep snacking? One theory is that crunch correlates to the freshness of food. Ripe, crisp apples or bright, snappy vegetables and crumbly, firm bread — the freshest stages of food come with a satisfying crunch sound.

The crunch of snacks alerts an association in our brains that good food has good sound, and it has us going back for seconds. Another way sounds appeal to the brain is by adding an extra sensory experience to eating.

When you add the sounds and feelings of crunch to a snack, your brain receives that new, slightly different input every time. Your mind is already anticipating the sound experience and is activating in response to your previous encounters with it. Potato chips and crackers ping the same crunch spots as vegetables and other, healthier alternatives.

The extra sugars and fats in processed food make them more addictive and easier to choose than more nutritious options. To snack well, you first need to understand your hunger habits. Evaluate your food cravings and ask:. Identifying patterns in your routine and cravings can help you create a more favorable system and habits to help you kick those unhealthy cravings.

Learn to recognize the feeling of hunger and differentiate it from mindless snack cravings. When you feel hungry, ask yourself:.

Understanding why and when you turn to processed foods gives you the power to change your direction and pivot to better, healthier choices.

Improve your healthy snack habits by making it easier to eat better. Meal prepping snacks will help you control portion sizes and makes it easy to eat well when you get hungry.

Combine snacks to incorporate proteins, grains and beneficial nutrients to keep yourself satiated for longer. These smaller portions will also keep you from mindless munching.

Try these snack packs for healthier options:. Even pre-washing fruits and veggies to keep stocked up in the fridge makes it easier to grab a few grapes instead of reaching for candy. When done mindfully, snacking can provide you with lots of benefits.

It can be the boost you need to power through that work project or the bite that stops you from giving into more unhealthy cravings. Munching on something small and healthy keeps you focused, full between meals and feeling good!

Of course, positive snacking habits take time to develop. Training your brain to want nutritious foods over processed foods takes effort and dedication. Fast food, convenience stores, the pantry — there are convenient, less-healthy snack choices everywhere.

Salty and sweet flavors trigger the reward centers of our brain and keep us coming back to the pantry for more. Beating back cravings takes effort, but you can reduce them with time.

To combat unhealthy food cravings, you could:. You can cut cravings and train your brain to enjoy healthier snacks with practice and routine. Recognizing hunger and replacing it with a healthier alternative can satisfy your brain without sacrificing nutrients.

Downtime between meals has our energy levels dropping and demotivates us even further. Keeping healthy foods on hand and easily accessible provides the perfect solution to the midday slump and revs those mental engines up.

Chips and other less healthy products spike your energy levels but leave you hungrier and tired soon after consumption. Instead of getting caught in a cycle of energy ups and downs with your food, turn to healthier options to keep you energized all day.

Fruits high in antioxidants like blueberries are full of vitamins that help fuel your body. Whole grains and foods with good protein and fats like nuts help you feel fuller for longer and provide your body with lots of energy.

If you are making cheap snacks for a party, consider including tortilla chips as dippers, as well. Other cheap snack foods you can make for a fun frugal appetizer are homemade guacamole when avocados are on sale and fresh pico de gallo which is even better when you can use ingredients from your own garden!

Growing up, I practically lived on peanut butter. I would eat it on bread, with bananas or straight out of the jar. Whether you opt to spread the peanut butter on the celery my preference or serve peanut butter on the side as a dip, the classic combo is a treat!

And, although it is considered by many to be one of the inexpensive snacks for kids, adults can dive in when they get peckish as well!

While you can buy frozen yogurt in the frozen food section of your grocery store, it is likely healthier to make your own…and you will save money, too. The low-budget snacks are made with a blend of plain yogurt, fresh berries and just a dribble of honey. No joke, it is as simple as that!

It is best to use an inexpensive popsicle mold but you can use disposable popsicle bags or even ice cube trays with toothpicks if you have a minimalist kitchen.

Another one of the cheap, healthy snack ideas with yogurt is to make ice cream. Essentially, use the same simple ingredients as you would to make the popsicles, but skip the stick.

Instead, freeze it in a tub and dish it out in bowls. Although some recipes get complicated, I think simplicity is key. As a matter of fact, there are several 2-ingredient recipes — the ingredients being mashed banana and oats — for banana oatmeal cookies that I have tried and liked.

That said, adding in some peanut butter — like this recipe does — is even better. If you are wondering why, see 8. What I like best about these cheap homemade snacks is that they are healthy enough for breakfast, but tasty enough to satisfy my sweet tooth.

Unlike the majority of cheese, cottage cheese is one of the cheeses that falls into the Frugal Fare category. Better yet, it is an extremely easy and cheap snack. All you have to do is swing into the grocery store and pick up an inexpensive tub. Add cucumber, tomato and olive bits to make it a Greek-inspired treat or serve with a slice of cantaloupe for something a little on the sweet side.

Plus, cottage cheese is high in protein, but low in fat. While on the subject of cheese, I want to mention that cream cheese is also a quick, cheap snack when paired with pretzels or veggies. Rounding up my list of easy, cheap snacks is edamame. A superstar of health foods, edamame is rich in vitamins and minerals and packs a punch as far as protein goes.

Edamame is sold two ways: shelled loose beans and unshelled in the pod. Both varieties of the cheap and filling snacks can be found in the freezer section at most grocers.

For frugal snacking, I prefer steaming unshelled edamame and then adding a dash of salt to the shell before popping the beans out of the shell and into my mouth. Garlic, parmesan, lime and sugar are other popular options for flavor enhancers for the budget-friendly snacks.

Buying cheap snack foods will certainly help the bottom line of any budget — but learning how to be frugal begins with your setting your budget and goals. Start off on the right foot with my tips on How To Make a Budget — then snag your FREE Budget Worksheet by subscribing now.

For specific help with food budgeting, use my Budget Meal Planning Printables , a printable packet which includes a weekly meal calendar, a grocery list organizer and recipe cards to record your favorite cheap meals and snacks. Interested in more of my Frugal Food Tips? I round them all up including my favorite Frugal Snacks on my Frugal Food page!

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Obviously, making your own homemade hummus is cheaper than buying it. And you could even make this chocolate hummus for something different! Veggies with Dip If you need a healthy dip idea, this Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip is a great option!

Make grabbing this snack super easy by prepping the veggies ahead of time. Cottage Cheese and Crackers Top your favorite crackers with a dollop of cottage cheese and then sprinkle it with a bit of granulated garlic and dried dill weed.

So simple, but a snack that even my kids love! Frozen Grapes Freezing grapes takes them from ordinary to exciting and extra delicious!

Cheese Enjoy this by itself or with some pretzels or crackers for a simple snack. Apple Nachos Apples, peanut butter and chocolate combine to make a delicious, fun snack.

Fruit with Yogurt Dip Obviously you can just snack on plain fruit, but this Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip really takes it up a notch. Smoothies Smoothies are a tasty way to add more fruit to your diet.

And you can even slip in some spinach or kale without it affecting the flavor. If you like thicker smoothies, this 3 Minute Frozen Fruit Smoothie is the best! Raisin Sushi This simple snack combines tortillas with apples, raisins, carrots, cream cheese and cinnamon for a unique treat.

Fruit Popsicles Popsicles are so refreshing and always a hit! Here are a few fun, healthy recipes to try: Tropsicles , Homemade Fruit Popsicles , Fresh Fruit Popsicles and Easiest Grape Popsicles.

Healthy Yogurt Popsicles A fun variation from traditional fruit popsicles, these creamy popsicles are full of probiotic goodness along with a bit of fruit.

or baked oatmeal in cup or bowl for a simple but delicious snack. Banana Sushi Such an interesting way to eat bananas…and easy too! Chips and Salsa This classic is always a hit!

Change it up by serving fruit salsa instead of traditional tomato salsa. Frozen Yogurt Covered Blueberries Simple, but delicious.

And you could do this with strawberries or raspberries too! Healthy Double Chocolate Muffins Made without any flour, these muffins are the perfect snack to fix those chocolate cravings without consuming loads of sugar. Peanut Butter Banana Muffins These lightly sweetened muffins are packed full of protein and easy to make.

Easy, frugal and delicious! Homemade Cheese Crackers Skip all the nasty additives that storebought crackers have and whip up a batch of these for a healthy snack instead!

Makes it fun. Add a little leftover chicken and you got a nice meal. And yup, roasted chickpeas really are a kid favorite. In fact, my kids fight over them when I make them!

Your email address will not be published. Skip to primary navigation Skip to main content Skip to primary sidebar Home Welcome! Pin 2. Share If you do snack to celebrate, replace sweet treats with fruits and dark chocolate — pair chocolate with strawberries, dates and oranges.

Eat apples with peanut butter, or make yourself a delicious smoothie bowl. The textures, smells and tastes provide the sensory input we crave. Try anything to get your mind moving and thinking. If you still feel the urge to snack, satisfy your brain with healthy crunchy and salty foods, like vegetables and hummus, nuts, seeds or fruits.

Almost everyone, regardless or their job or age, has dealt with procrastination. Avoiding that last big project by getting a quick bite is a convenient way to distract yourself from work. Minor breaks are healthy for your brain, but always getting food when procrastinating can form poor eating habits.

Try to avoid procrastination and work fatigue by keeping your energy levels up. Stretch, jog in place, drink water or meditate when dealing with challenging tasks.

Promote brain power by avoiding unhealthy fats and excessive sugars. Trade processed food for snacks high in vitamins or proteins like broccoli, leafy greens, sweet potato, Greek yogurt or salmon. Crunch is in snacks of all kinds, from chips and crackers to vegetables, candies, bread, nuts and even pastries.

It seems as though every type of food has at least one crunchy iteration. Why do we love crunch? What is it about loud, bold textures that make us want to keep snacking? One theory is that crunch correlates to the freshness of food.

Ripe, crisp apples or bright, snappy vegetables and crumbly, firm bread — the freshest stages of food come with a satisfying crunch sound. The crunch of snacks alerts an association in our brains that good food has good sound, and it has us going back for seconds.

Another way sounds appeal to the brain is by adding an extra sensory experience to eating. When you add the sounds and feelings of crunch to a snack, your brain receives that new, slightly different input every time.

Your mind is already anticipating the sound experience and is activating in response to your previous encounters with it. Potato chips and crackers ping the same crunch spots as vegetables and other, healthier alternatives.

The extra sugars and fats in processed food make them more addictive and easier to choose than more nutritious options. To snack well, you first need to understand your hunger habits. Evaluate your food cravings and ask:. Identifying patterns in your routine and cravings can help you create a more favorable system and habits to help you kick those unhealthy cravings.

Learn to recognize the feeling of hunger and differentiate it from mindless snack cravings. When you feel hungry, ask yourself:.

Understanding why and when you turn to processed foods gives you the power to change your direction and pivot to better, healthier choices. Improve your healthy snack habits by making it easier to eat better. Meal prepping snacks will help you control portion sizes and makes it easy to eat well when you get hungry.

Combine snacks to incorporate proteins, grains and beneficial nutrients to keep yourself satiated for longer. These smaller portions will also keep you from mindless munching.

Try these snack packs for healthier options:. Even pre-washing fruits and veggies to keep stocked up in the fridge makes it easier to grab a few grapes instead of reaching for candy. When done mindfully, snacking can provide you with lots of benefits. It can be the boost you need to power through that work project or the bite that stops you from giving into more unhealthy cravings.

Munching on something small and healthy keeps you focused, full between meals and feeling good! Of course, positive snacking habits take time to develop. Training your brain to want nutritious foods over processed foods takes effort and dedication.

Fast food, convenience stores, the pantry — there are convenient, less-healthy snack choices everywhere. Salty and sweet flavors trigger the reward centers of our brain and keep us coming back to the pantry for more. Beating back cravings takes effort, but you can reduce them with time.

To combat unhealthy food cravings, you could:. You can cut cravings and train your brain to enjoy healthier snacks with practice and routine.

Recognizing hunger and replacing it with a healthier alternative can satisfy your brain without sacrificing nutrients. Downtime between meals has our energy levels dropping and demotivates us even further. Keeping healthy foods on hand and easily accessible provides the perfect solution to the midday slump and revs those mental engines up.

Chips and other less healthy products spike your energy levels but leave you hungrier and tired soon after consumption. Instead of getting caught in a cycle of energy ups and downs with your food, turn to healthier options to keep you energized all day.

Fruits high in antioxidants like blueberries are full of vitamins that help fuel your body. Whole grains and foods with good protein and fats like nuts help you feel fuller for longer and provide your body with lots of energy. Healthy food and snacks are an essential part of a happy, energized lifestyle.

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