Back to school always comes with a lot of planning and preparation. Getting new clothes and school supplies will be top of mind for most students, but finding allergy-friendly snacks for kids to bring to school will likely be on the minds of most allergy-parents.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are an ideal snack for kids to bring to school, but it’s always fun to have a variety of different snacks. Finding “safe” packaged foods can be a bigger challenge than some people realize, especially if you are dealing with multiple food allergies and avoiding cross-contamination. Sometimes the best and easiest solution is just to make it yourself so that you’re in charge of the ingredients. This can mean a LOT of time spent in the kitchen, but not if you plan your cooking wisely by making large batches and using freezer-friendly recipes.
Here are some of HypeFoodie’s top allergy-friendly snack ideas for your child’s back to school lunch bag.
1. No Bake Allergy-friendly Granola Bars
Granola bars are an easy and portable way to get protein and fibre for an energy boosting midday school snack. There’s no need to bake these allergy-friendly granola bars, and since you’ll be making them yourself, you can be sure all ingredients are safe for your family.
dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, mustard-free, peanut-free, seafood-free, sesame seed-free, soy-free, sulphite-free, tree nut-free, wheat-free
2. Gluten-free Vegan Veggie Bites
These savoury and flavorful Veggie Bites are packed full of nutrients. Make a large batch in mini muffin size and freeze for a quick snack on the go.
dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free,mustard-free, peanut-free, seafood-free, sesame seed-free, soy-free, sulphite-free, tree nut-free, wheat-free
3. Gluten-free Vegan Banana Chocolate Soybutter Muffins
Pack this guilt-free chocolatey, delicious and moist muffin in your child’s lunch box. It’s naturally sweetened and free from many of the top allergens.
dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, mustard-free, peanut-free, seafood-free, sesame seed-free, sulphite-free, tree nut-free, wheat-free
4. Gluten-free Vegan Nut-free Carrot Cupcakes
This sweet and moist carrot cupcake is a great way to sneak some veggies and fruit into your child’s lunch box.
dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, mustard-free, peanut-free, seafood-free, sesame seed-free, soy-free, sulphite-free, tree nut-free, wheat-free
5. Allergy-friendly Raisins and Chocolate
For the days that we are starved for time, this copycat recipe for chocolate covered raisins is a quick and easy treat.
dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, mustard-free, peanut-free, seafood-free, sesame seed-free, soy-free, sulphite-free, tree nut-free, wheat-free
Everyone at HypeFoodie wishes your family a safe and healthy school year!
