35 Easy Healthy Road Trip Snacks for Kids

Healthy meals are always something that you should be looking for when getting your child to stay energized and healthy. However, when on a road trip and trying to keep the kids occupied with road trip games especially for children with special needs it can be very hard.

Since post COVID-19 pandemic more people are traveling and making up for lost time that they didn’t get to do during the pandemic.

Now that more families are out and about road tripping and camping and choose the outdoor fall season activities to get back into the swing of things roading tripping is just the thing that you and your family will enjoy when making up for lost time.

What kind of snacks should you bring on a road trip for kids?

Planning healthy snacks for kids during a road trip is essential to keep them energized and satisfied. Here are 35 nutritious and tasty road trip snacks that kids will enjoy:

1. Sliced fruits (apples, pears, oranges, berries)
2. Baby carrots and cucumber sticks with hummus
3. Cheese sticks or cubes
4. Whole grain crackers
5. Trail mix with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits
6. Greek yogurt cups (low sugar)
7. Homemade granola bars
8. Air-popped popcorn
9. Rice cakes with almond butter or peanut butter
10. Veggie chips (kale, beet, sweet potato)
11. Mini whole grain muffins (zucchini, banana, or carrot)
12. Cherry tomatoes
13. Frozen fruit popsicles (made with pureed fruits and yogurt)
14. Roasted chickpeas
15. Edamame (pre-shelled for convenience)
16. Dark chocolate squares (in moderation)
17. Whole grain pretzels
18. Sliced bell peppers
19. Mini sandwiches with whole grain bread and lean protein (turkey, chicken, or vegetarian options)
20. Squeezable fruit pouches (look for those without added sugars)
21. Celery sticks with cream cheese or nut butter filling
22. Dried seaweed snacks
23. Homemade fruit leather
24. Hard-boiled eggs
25. Apple slices with cinnamon
26. Cottage cheese cups (choose low-fat options)
27. Turkey or chicken jerky (low-sodium)
28. Mini rice or quinoa cakes
29. Sliced cucumbers with lemon juice and a pinch of salt
30. Mini veggie frittatas
31. Nut and seed butter packs (single servings)
32. Cherry or grape tomatoes
33. Freeze-dried fruit slices
34. Energy balls made with oats, nut butter, and honey
35. Sealed cups of fruit salad (mixed fruits in their juice)

Remember to pack plenty of water or natural fruit-infused water to keep the kids hydrated throughout the trip.

Also, take into consideration any allergies or dietary restrictions the children may have when selecting snacks. Happy and healthy road tripping!