Fun Summer Snack Ideas for Kids

 
 

We all know how summer break goes—snacks, snacks, and more snacks are requested! If you’re looking for inspiration beyond the usual bag of chips, you’re in the right place. For this round-up, I asked some fellow food and mom bloggers to share their favorite fun, summer-inspired kid snacks that everyone (even the pickiest eaters) will enjoy. You’ll find creative swaps like homemade brownie bites and fruit roll-ups, healthy fruit treats (that taste like desserts!), plus playful beach-themed treats perfect for a sweet bite on a hot afternoon.

Before we dive into the recipes, be sure to grab a freebie!

As a mom of energetic boys, I know how much food you are putting together and how much you also crave a few moments of quiet too (even if that quiet is in the kitchen preparing even more meals..), so if you are looking for a quick, no effort activity, try these I Spy Summer printables! Totally free for you to enjoy, just print, throw some crayons on the table, and have those little ones sit for hopefully 10 mins while you get something else done!

More Family Fun Summer Recipes

If you are looking for more fun recipe ideas for summer, check these out too:

No-Bake Summer Desserts

Kid-Friendly Red, White & Blue Treats

Ocean Themed Snacks for Kids

Homemade popsicles & ice cream

 
Sweet and Salty Sand Pudding Cups

Sweet and Salty Sand Pudding Cups

by One Simple party

Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes

Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes

by maplewood road

Easy Catepillar Celery Snack

Easy Caterpillar Celery Snack

by party on three

Rice Crispy Treats with Marshmallow Fluff

Rice Crispy Treats with Marshmallow Fluff

by little nonni

Chocolate Dipped Fruit Cones

Chocolate Dipped Fruit Cones

by flavours treat

Healthy Homemade Granola Bars

Healthy Homemade Granola Bars

by saving talents

Frozen Yogurt Bark with Fresh Berries

Frozen Yogurt Bark with Fresh Berries

by surrogacy mama

Frozen Banana Pops

Frozen Banana Pops

by flavours treat

Easy Oven Oreo Smores

Easy Oven Oreo Smore’s

by sweet fix baker

Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Bites

by fit as a mama bear

beach Party Jello Cups

Beach Party Jello Cups

by Jello Joy

 

Looking for More Beach Themed Treats for Kids!?

Ocean Themed Treats for Kids

Ocean & Beach Themed Snacks

A round-up of super adorable summer beach-themed treats that are perfect for a kid's summer-themed birthday or pool party snacks!

 
Turkey & Cheese Roll Ups

Turkey & Cheese Roll Ups

by when salty & sweet unite

Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops

Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops

by hungry whisk

Chocolate Covered Yogurt Bites with Blueberries & Almonds

Chocolate Covered Yogurt Bites with Blueberries & Almonds

by chef’s pencil

Homemade Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups

by top mom ideas

Ranch Dill Oyster Crackers

Ranch Dill Oyster Crackers

by the chaotic table

Vanilla Pineapple Popsicles

Vanilla Pineapple Popsicles

by the edible mosaic

 

Need Some More Homemade Popsicle & Ice Cream Ideas!?

 

This round-up has 25 easy homemade frozen treats the whole family will enjoy

 
 
Easy Pretzel Bites

Easy Pretzel Bites

by the fresh cooky

Best Banana Snickers Bites

Best Banana Snickers Bites

by Scratch to Basics

Panko Breaded Mozzarella Sticks

Panko Breaded Mozzarella Sticks

by small town woman

Copy Cat Bagel Bites

Copycat Bagel Bites (airfryer!)

by comfort cooks

Brownie Bites

Brownie Bites

by in the kitch

Frozen Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites

Frozen Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites

by foodess

Taco Bites

Taco Bites

by balancing bowls

 

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