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Road Trip Snacks for Kids

By Debi 14 Comments

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Whether you feel like you live in the car because of all of the errands, or you are planning on a road trip, snacks in the car are a must. The problem is not all snacks are equal when it comes to being eaten in the car and being able to travel well.  You want something that you can take in a bag or cooler, that isn’t complete junk food all the time, and holds up to traveling, that doesn’t make a complete me. It can be a tall order to fill.

1. Peanut butter and celery makes a great snack but it does not travel well. If you take a peanut butter jar, filled half way with peanut butter, you can take the rest of the space and add the celery in.

2. Granola bars are a great way to fill up those bellies with minimal fuss. They travel well and since there are a lot of varieties, most kids enjoy them.

3. Carrots and dip. Use a large container, like a sour cream or yogurt container and add dip into a smaller container. You can use a small plastic container or even a baby food jar. Keep all of it together in the larger container and it travel easily.

4. Fruit Leather is a fun way to get kids to eat their fruit. There are lots of all natural, organic versions on the market. Kids feel like they are getting a sweet treat and you know that they are getting some of their daily fruit needs.

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  1. Robin (Masshole Mommy)

    January 19, 2015 at 11:39 am

    We usually hit up BJ’s and grab lots of individual packets of things like Goldfish and Cheez-It’s/

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  2. Erica (@Erica's Recipes)

    January 19, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    Great snack ideas! I used pb on the road quite a bit – I usually spring for individual cups, but I like your idea of using a half full jar!

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  3. Michelle F.

    January 19, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    Those are some great ideas. I have a couple of load road trips coming up and this is helpful.

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  4. Michele

    January 19, 2015 at 6:28 pm

    Those do sound like great snacks to take along for kids while taking car trips whether around where you live or on a longer voyage.

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  5. Heather

    January 19, 2015 at 7:28 pm

    We pack lots of granola and granola bars and today I knew we would be at park, so we had a big cooler bag that kept everything cool. Planning is key and lots of freezer cooler bags to keep things cold longer.

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  6. Reesa Lewandowski

    January 19, 2015 at 7:37 pm

    Food on the go is so hard and i have to tell you I am horrible with doing it! I need to plan ahead with these ideas for long car trips or even just days out.

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  7. jenny at dapperhouse

    January 19, 2015 at 9:54 pm

    My husband has a very strict “no eating in the car” policy because of the mess. It doesnt always work out that way for me when I am the one driving the kids everywhere so I have to find snacks that dont leave evidence – lol – fruit leather is a good idea!

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  8. Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma)

    January 20, 2015 at 9:04 am

    I love road trip snacks! We have the most fun creating our own “mixes” for the kids. 🙂

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  9. Amy Kelsch

    January 20, 2015 at 12:01 pm

    Great ideas. I am a big fan of granola bars- for a quick snack for adults as well! 🙂

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  10. Debra

    January 20, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    Carrots and dip is a brilliant idea! Love it!

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  11. Caitlin

    January 20, 2015 at 12:40 pm

    I love these recommendations! I feel like I always have a protein bar in my purse for when I am running around town! I feel like it is always when its around a meal time and I just don’t have time to stop!

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  12. [email protected]

    January 20, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    Fruit leather is always great for us…love that it is mess-free!!

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  13. Kristin

    January 20, 2015 at 10:23 pm

    Totally trying the carrots and dip thing the next time we have a trip!

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  14. Rosey

    January 21, 2015 at 1:10 am

    I’ve never tried fruit leather. I’ve seen it made online though, and i’d like to try it. I think you’re right it would be a good travel snack.

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