Looking for fresh inspiration to keep your healthy, after-school-snack rotation from going stale? (Who isn’t?!) Luckily, we have plenty to go around. We’ve created five easy snack recipes that check every snack box: they’re more interesting than a pre-packaged bag of cheese-flavored crackers, they’ll keep the kids satisfied, and take minimal time to put together. Best of all, they don’t cost a fortune. Our secret weapon? The incredible array of tasty and affordable snack-building ingredients from ALDI.
This grocery store is one of our favorites not only for its low prices, but also because of its superb selection of high-quality produce and organic food. Plus, an easy store layout makes your shopping trips a breeze—and, did we mention streamlined online shopping and pickup options? Read on for our favorite recipes that will make you the ultimate snack time champion. And visit aldi.us to explore even more delicious and budget-friendly snacks.
The World’s Easiest No-Cheese “Nachos”
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Think of these tortilla chips as a crispy, blank canvas you (and your kids) can customize to your liking. No baking tray required. Start with Simply Nature Organic Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips—the round shape is the ideal vehicle for tons of toppings. On each chip, spread a dollop of Park Street Deli Chunky Guacamole, top with Park Street Deli Mild Fresh Cut Salsa, and finish with a sprinkle of finely cut organic bell peppers.
Rainbow Pizzas
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Is there a better combination for kids than pizza and rainbows? Using a Mama Cozzi's Pizza Kitchen Mini Pizza Crust as your base, start by smearing a thin layer of the included tomato sauce, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Finally, starting from the center of the pie and working your way outward, form circles of chopped cherry tomatoes, orange peppers, corn, broccoli, and red onion. Cook at 375 degrees until the cheese is melted, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
The Ultimate Salty-Sweet Snack Mix
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Whether you’re watching a movie or hanging at the playground, there’s never a wrong time for popcorn. We love this mix because not only does it come together in minutes, but it’ll keep kids full longer than just plain popcorn. In a large bowl, mix three parts Simply Nature Organic Popcorn to one part each of Southern Grove Dried Philippine Mango, roughly chopped Clancy’s Honey Wheat Pretzels, Southern Grove Dry Roasted Peanuts, and Baker’s Corner Dark Chocolate Morsels.
This is a great recipe to make in large batches and portion out at snack time; it’ll keep in an airtight container for up to four weeks.
Cheddar-Apple Roll-Ups
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The tang of Granny Smith apples pairs wonderfully with creamy cheddar cheese in this snack, which is a crowd-pleaser for kids and for cocktail parties. Start by cutting apples and Emporium Selection Aged Reserve White Cheddar into rectangular sticks, then wrap with a small piece of Appleton Farms Prosciutto. Secure with a small toothpick (again, being mindful of pointy sticks and your little ones). For the adults (or kids with adult palates!), you can add a bit of Simply Nature Organic Arugula & Spinach Mix and Berryhill Apricot Preserves.
Protein-Packed Yogurt Parfaits
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Ice cream sundaes can’t be on the menu every day, but you can still give your kids a treat with these layered yogurt creations. In a clear reusable container (for a peek at the layers), add one dollop of protein- and calcium-rich Friendly Farms Traditional Plain Whole Milk Greek Yogurt. (Bonus: It’s a natural probiotic.) Top with a swirl of Simply Nature Creamy Almond Butter for added protein, a sprinkling of Simply Nature Organic Coconut & Chia Granola, and a handful of blueberries. Continue layering until you reach the rim, ending with more granola and blueberries on top for added crunch.
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