Nothing ruins a fun day at the pool than a hangry kid. Help prevent those hunger-induced meltdowns with these easy, kid-friendly, and packable poolside snacks! No matter how picky your kids are, we promise your new go-to summer kid-friendly treat is here. From new twists on old favorites to yummy ways to get your kids to eat fruit, you’ll be packing these summer snacks for a day of fun in the sun!
Watermelon Ice
“This watermelon ice is the perfect healthy treat for summer. It has no added sugar and is made with only two ingredients.” – Amy
Banana Sushi
“After school snacks are essential at our house. This quick and easy, protein-rich banana sushi is a favorite healthy snack your little monkeys will love!” – Megan
Poolside Fruit Dip
“If you’re hosting a pool party or other fun gathering this summer, you MUST include one of our newest favorites: this Poolside Dip. It’s like a light, fluffy Orange Creamsicle that’s just perfect for pairing with fruit or graham crackers.” – Blair
PB&J Sandwich Skewers
“PB&J sandwich skewers with fresh fruit make lunch time more fun and are so easy to make!” – Jamielyn
Homemade Fresh Fruit Popsicles
“There’s nothing better than a refreshing popsicle in the summer. And if your kids are anything like mine, they will never pass up on a popsicle! That’s why today we are sharing these delicious and simple homemade fresh fruit popsicles. You can easily make these with fruit from your fridge and it’s a perfect snack for those hot summer days.” – Kim
Cheese and Meat Kabobs
“These fun and easy cheese and meat kabobs with fruit will have your kids excited to pack their lunchbox! These meat and cheese skewers are loaded with sliced turkey, ham, fruit and cheese. Great for the kid that won’t eat a sandwich!” – Erin
Homemade Veggie Chips
“And when I say ‘our favorite,’ it’s not just the grown ups. My daughters (5 and 3) LOVE veggie chips. It’s pretty amazing that they won’t eat beets, but they’ll gobble down beet chips. I never thought I’d hear the day when my daughters would say, “More beet chips please!”. But it happens. Every time I make them.” – Megan
Mini BLT Wraps
“Good food doesn’t have to be difficult! This easy Mini BLT Wraps recipe makes the perfect appetizer or lunch! You can even use gluten free tortillas!” – Amanda
Frozen Grapes
“Frozen grapes are the best snack ever! Especially in the summer. They’re super refreshing, incredibly healthy, low-calorie, and SO easy. I mean you actually don’t have to do anything except putting them in the freezer. And they kind of taste like frozen candy. It’s just INCREDIBLE!!” – Sina
Seasoned Oyster Cracker Recipe
“Beach friendly food is important when traveling to the sand and sun. This Seasoned Oyster Cracker Recipe with ranch seasoning mix is easy to prepare, extremely tasty, filling and feeds a large crowd. It’s a family favorite beach snack recipe you will make over and over again.” – Ashley
Pigs in a Blanket
“Pigs in a Blanket is an easy recipe and requires only two ingredients (three if you want cheese!). Simply wrap mini hot dogs in crescent rolls and bake… Perfect for kids, parties and the Super Bowl!” – Michelle
Strawberry Breakfast Bites
“These strawberry energy balls are not overly sweet, however, my kiddos have been happily eating them.” – Stacey
Frozen Pineapple Ice Pops Recipe
“These pineapple ice pops are quite literally the easiest ice lollies you could make, with no special equipment or ice lolly moulds needed, just a few cake pop or lollipop sticks and some pineapple rings! They’re made from whole fruit, so count towards your five a day too.” – Grace
Cheesy Ranch Chex Mix
“It may not look like anything mind-blowing, but I swear to you this Cheesy Ranch Chex Mix is DIVINE.” – Jessica
3 Ingredient Fruit Roll-Ups
“This 3 Ingredient Fruit Roll-Ups recipe is a simple and delicious way to make your own fruit leather (without any fancy equipment or ingredients!)” – Sarah