10 Best Healthy Snacks for Kids 2024 | UK Dietitian Reviewed

Ah vegetables, sure to be the last thing to be left on any child's plate. These foods may be amongst the most nutritious, but it is safe to say that vegetables are not always the tastiest. Fortunately for parents everywhere, Organix have created a snack that is guaranteed to get picky eaters eating their greens, and their reds, and their yellows. 

The packets are small enough to be easily transported, in ready-to-eat single portions. Even better, these veggie sticks are allergen-free and suitable for gluten-free and vegan diets. Crisps, but healthy -what's not to love?

Flapjacks are delicious, but they can often be packed full of sugar. That's where these bars come in to save the day. With all the oaty goodness of flapjacks, but with far more fruit. So you can feed these to your children knowing that you are giving them a healthy snack. 

Ella's kitchen focus on wholesome, organic ingredients and these bars are no different. Made from squished fruit instead of fruit purees, these bars have a lower sugar content than other similar products. A non-cheeky treat for all your cheeky monkeys! 

Rice cakes have a reputation for being a healthy snack, albeit one that is a bit flavourless. Luckily, these ones use apple juice and cinnamon to make them naturally delicious. 

These snacks are perfect for toddlers and young children as finger food that they can easily grasp. Nothing artificial has been added, and whilst they may be described as a sweet snack, they don't have the high sugar content you'd expect.

When introducing your children to new food, it is a good idea to include a variety of textures. The texture of these straws is just crunchy enough that they'll learn to chew, without being too much of a challenge. The savoury snack will distract your child from sugary treats and show them that non-sweet items can be delicious too. 

The delicate cheesy flavour may have a higher salt content per 100g, but the small portion size keeps the salt per packet low. As an added bonus, these straws are suitable for a whole range of diets. 

The distinctive packaging of a Babybel is sure to bring a feeling of nostalgia to everyone who was lucky enough to find one of these in their lunch boxes, and this cheesy creation is still going strong. Each snack is perfectly portioned and wrapped in their famous red wax case, making them sturdy enough to withstand being bashed about in a school bag. 

Cheese might not strike you as the healthiest snack to feed your kids, but it has a surprising amount of benefits. It contains calcium and has a very low sugar content. Best of all, they're lactose-free, so those with intolerances can enjoy them too. 

Trying to convince your kids to eat five portions of fruit and veg every day can be tricky, but you won't have any trouble with these bars! They're tasty, full of fruit and very easy to eat on the go. The lack of gluten and dairy make them a great option too for those with even the strictest dietary requirements. 

Unfortunately, like most snacks with a high percentage of fruit, these bars are high in sugar. They also contain palm oil which, if not sustainable, can have detrimental environmental effects due to farming practices. So you may want to steer clear of it!

A packet of crisps might be seen as a naughty treat, but this doesn't always have to be the case. Walkers have come up with a healthier wholegrain alternative to their traditional crisps. This makes them more satisfying and will keep your kids going for longer. We like the sweet chilli flavour as it's unique, without being to out there for young palettes.

Being made from whole grains means that these crisps do contain wheat, making them unsuitable for those who can't eat gluten. They also have a higher salt content, which could be a problem for younger kids. 

Bear have reinvented fruit wind-up sweets to make a far more nutritious snack. So nutritious, in fact, that they count as one of your five-a-day! Aside from fruit and veg, there are no additional ingredients, making them an excellent option for those with allergies and intolerances. 

The only downside to these convenient snacks is their extremely high sugar content. It is all natural thanks to the large amount of fruit, but it's still probably a good idea to reserve these snacks for the occasional treat. 

Yoghurt can be eaten at all times of the day, whether as part of a healthy breakfast, an afternoon snack or as an after-dinner desert. These child-friendly yoghurt pots from Yeo Valley contain organic milk, which is an excellent source of calcium and protein, and come in four fruit flavours so everyone can find a taste they like. 

Yoghurts may work at anytime, but they don't necessarily work anywhere. Your child will need a spoon to eat this yoghurt so it may be tricky to eat on the go. Yoghurt can also be very messy - especially for younger kids.

A great option if your kids love their chocolate fix. These bars might not look like the healthiest, but they are surprisingly low in sugar with 10 g of protein per cereal bar. Just be aware that although there isn't much, they do include refined sugar in their recipe.

Whilst they may be suitable for those who follow a gluten-free diet, those with other allergies - especially peanuts - won't be able to enjoy these bars.