Snacks For Toddlers
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Snacks for Toddlers don’t have to be complicated—they just need to be nourishing, easy to prepare, and something little hands will happily reach for.
This collection of toddler snack recipes brings together wholesome ideas that support growing appetites and busy parents alike. From veggie-packed muffins to naturally sweet cookies, protein-rich bites, and refreshing smoothies, these recipes are designed with toddlers in mind: soft textures, finger-friendly shapes, and no added sugar.
Whether you're packing a lunchbox, prepping for daycare, or need a quick snack between meals, you’ll find plenty of toddler-approved inspiration right here.
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Toddler Muffins
Spinach Muffins For Toddlers
These veggie-packed muffins are naturally sweetened and made with simple pantry staples, making them a fuss-free snack parents can feel good about. Their soft texture is perfect for little mouths, and the vibrant green color adds a fun, playful twist that even picky eaters might find exciting.
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Simple Applesauce Muffins (BLW Friendly Recipe)
These soft, moist muffins are sweetened primarily with applesauce, making them a gentle and naturally sweet option for toddlers. They’re easy to hold, mess-friendly, and perfect for on-the-go snacking or lunchbox treats — no added sugar required.
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Easy To Make Carrot Muffin Recipe
These carrot muffins are gently spiced, naturally sweetened, and packed with veggies—an easy win for parents wanting to sneak in some extra nourishment. Their soft texture is perfect for toddlers, and the one-bowl method keeps things simple for busy families. They’re freezer-friendly and lunchbox-approved, making snack time smooth and stress-free.
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Mini Banana Blueberry Muffins for Kids
These pancake muffins combine the fun of pancakes with the convenience of a muffin—ideal for toddlers who love finger foods. Naturally sweetened with banana and dotted with juicy blueberries, they’re soft, portable, and perfect for little hands. They’re also freezer-friendly and make a great grab-and-go snack or breakfast option.
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Apple Toddler Muffins
These apple muffins are a toddler-friendly snack packed with grated fresh apple and a hint of cinnamon for natural sweetness and flavour. They’re soft, easy to hold, and free from added sugar—perfect for little ones learning to self-feed. Plus, they freeze beautifully, making them a practical choice for busy weeks.
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Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
These pancake muffins combine the fun of pancakes with the convenience of a muffin—ideal for toddlers who love finger foods. Naturally sweetened with banana and dotted with juicy blueberries, they’re soft, portable, and perfect for little hands. They’re also freezer-friendly and make a great grab-and-go snack or breakfast option.
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Toddler Cookies
Banana Baby Cookies
Designed for busy days, these simple three-ingredient cookies are soft, naturally sweetened with banana, and just the right size for toddlers to grasp and munch. Made with wholesome oats, they’re a nourishing snack option with no added sugar or fuss. Perfect for baby-led weaning or toddler snack plates, they’re a quick and flexible choice parents can feel good about.
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Sweet Potato Cookies For Babies & Toddlers
Sized just right for self-feeding toddlers, these soft, squishable cookies are made with sweet potato, oats, and just a touch of cinnamon—offering natural sweetness and a boost of fibre for growing toddlers. Their texture makes them perfect for self-feeding, and they’re free from added sugar, dairy, and eggs, making them a great allergy-friendly option. Ideal for snack time or lunchboxes, they’re a gentle and wholesome treat.
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Applesauce, Banana, and Chia Seed (ABC) Cookies
Made with nourishing ingredients, these chewy cookies are sweetened entirely with fruit—no added sugar—making them a nourishing and satisfying snack for toddlers. With a base of oats, dried fruit, and banana, they’re naturally nutrient-rich and soft enough for little ones to enjoy safely. They’re also egg-free, dairy-free, and lunchbox-friendly,ticking a lot of boxes for busy parents.
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Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
These soft, melt-in-the-mouth thumbprint cookies are a toddler-friendly twist on a classic combo—peanut butter and jam. Made without added sugar and using wholesome ingredients,they offer a satisfying snack with protein and healthy fats to keep little tummies fuller for longer. They're also fun for kids to help make, adding a playful touch to snack prep.
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Healthy Apple Pie Oat Bars
These oat bars taste like apple pie but are packed with nourishing ingredients like oats, apples, and chia seeds—making them a hearty and wholesome snack for toddlers. They hold together well for little hands and are free from refined sugar, offering a naturally sweet option that’s both satisfying and mess-friendly. Great for lunchboxes, morning tea, or a make -ahead freezer stash.
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
These no-bake apple oat bites are a quick, mess-free snack that toddlers can easily manage with their hands. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like oats, apples, and dates, they offer natural sweetness and a boost of fibre without any added sugar. Perfect for busy days, they require no cooking and store well in the fridge or freezer.
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Carrot Bliss Balls - Energy Bites For Kids
These no-bake carrot oat bites are a nutrient-dense snack that’s toddler-approved and packed with fibre, healthy fats, and natural sweetness from dates and carrots. Their soft texture makes them easy for little mouths to manage, while the subtle spices add flavour without overwhelming tiny taste buds. They're perfect for on-the-go snacking or a quick energy boost between meals.
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Strawberry Bliss Balls
These strawberry breakfast bites are soft, sweet, and full of fruity flavour—perfect for toddlers who love finger foods. Made with oats, banana, and fresh strawberries, they’re naturally sweetened and gentle on little tummies. Ideal as a quick snack or part of a balanced breakfast, they’re freezer-friendly and fuss-free for busy mornings.
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Homemade Yogurt Melts (Baby Friendly)
These homemade yogurt melts are cool, creamy, and melt-in-the-mouth—making them a fun and safe snack for toddlers and babies alike. Made with real fruit and no added sugar, they’re a refreshing way to offer probiotics and natural sweetness. They’re freezer-friendly and perfect for soothing sore gums or offering a cool treat on warm days.
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Apple Chia Pudding
This apple pie chia pudding is a creamy, naturally sweet snack packed with fibre, healthy fats, and familiar comforting flavours. With grated apple, cinnamon, and no added sugar, it’s anourishing option for toddlers that feels like a treat. Serve it as a spoon-fed snack or let little ones self-feed with a pre-loaded spoon for a mess-friendly experience.
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Banana Chia Pudding
This banana chia pudding is a smooth, naturally sweet snack that’s rich in fibre and healthy fats—great for keeping toddlers full and satisfied. Made with just a few wholesome ingredients and no added sugar, it’s gentle on little tummies and easy to prep ahead. Whether served in a bowl or with pre-loaded spoons, it’s a nourishing and flexible snack option.
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Peach Blended Chia Seed Pudding
This peach chia pudding is smooth and creamy, with a mellow fruity flavour that toddler s love. Blending the chia seeds creates a silky texture that’s ideal for younger eaters, while the natural sweetness of peaches means no added sugar is needed.It’s a nourishing, make-ahead snack packed with fibre and plant-based goodness.
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Chocolate Chia Pudding
This healthy chocolate chia pudding offers a rich, creamy treat that feels indulgent but is packed with goodness for toddlers. Made with banana and cocoa, it’s naturally sweetened and full of fibre, healthy fats, and plant-based nutrients. It’s a great way to introduce chocolate flavour in a wholesome, parent approved snack.
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Chia Pudding Yogurt
These strawberry chia yogurt parfaits are layered with real fruit, chia seeds, and creamy yogurt—offering a fun, nutritious snack toddlers can enjoy with a spoon. Naturally sweetened and rich in calcium, probiotics, and fibre, they’re a balanced option that feels like a treat. Perfect for breakfast, snack time or even a light dessert.
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Blueberry Yogurt
This homemade blueberry yogurt is a naturally sweet, no-added-sugar alternative to store-bought versions—ideal for toddlers. Made with real blueberries and simple ingredients, it’s rich in flavour, calcium, and probiotics, supporting growing bodies and tummies. Serve it as a snack, breakfast, or a gentle dessert little ones will love.
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Banana Popsicle
These creamy banana popsicles are a naturally sweet frozen treat, made with just a few wholesome ingredients and no added sugar. Their smooth texture makes them easy for toddlers to enjoy, while offering a fun way to cool down on warm days. They’re perfect for soothing sore gums or serving as a refreshing mess friendly snack.
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Real Fruit Popsicles
These frozen fruit pops are a colourful, refreshing way for toddlers to enjoy real fruit—no added sugar needed. Blended and frozen into fun shapes, they’re easy to hold and packed with natural vitamins, making them a great warm-weather snack or soothing treat Parents will love how simple and versatile they are to prepare.
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Banana Ice Cream
This banana ice cream is a one-ingredient wonder—frozen banana blended into a creamy, naturally sweet treat that toddlers adore. It’s dairy-free, added sugar-free, and perfect for little ones with food sensitivities or those transitioning to solids. A great go-to for warm days, teething relief, or simply a fun and nutritious snack.
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Apple Puree
This smooth apple purée is a gentle, naturally sweet snack that’s perfect for toddlers and babies starting solids. Made with just apples and water, it’s free from added sugar and full of fibre and vitamin C. Serve it on its own, stir it into yogurt or porridge, or use it to add natural sweetness to other toddler-friendly recipes.
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Toddler Pancakes
Pumpkin Pancakes For Baby
These soft, fluffy pumpkin pancakes are wheat-free and naturally sweetened, making them a gentle, allergy-friendly option for toddlers. Packed with pumpkin and warm spices, they’re full of flavour and easy for little hands to manage. Whether served warm or cold, they’re perfect for breakfast, snack timeor lunchbox leftovers.
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Sweet Potato Pancakes
These sweet potato pancakes are naturally sweet, soft, and packed with nutritious veggies—perfect for toddlers learning to self-feed. Made with simple ingredients and no added sugar, they’re gentle on little tummies and easy to customise with different toppings. Ideal for breakfast or snacks,and great for batch-cooking and they keep well frozen for days.
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Baby Banana Pancakes
These baby banana pancakes are soft, naturally sweet, and made with just two ingredients—banana and egg—making them perfect for toddlers and baby-led weaning. Their simple, protein-rich formula is gentle on tiny tummies and quick to whip up for busy snack times.Easy to hold and fun to eat, they’re a fuss-free favourite for parents and kids alike.
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Baby Pancakes Apple and Oat
These apple oat baby pancakes are soft, naturally sweet, and made with just three wholesome ingredients—apple, oats, and egg—ideal for toddlers and babies starting solids. Their texture makes them easy to pick up and chew, while the mild apple flavour keeps little taste buds happy. They’re perfect for baby-led weaning, and they freeze beautifully for easy, on hand snacks.
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Wholemeal Pikelets
These wholemeal pikelets are soft, mini-sized pancakes made with wholesome ingredients—perfectly suited for toddler hands and appetites. Lightly sweetened and quick to prepare, they’re a versatile snack that can be served plain or topped with fruit, yogurt, or nut butters. They freeze well too, making them a practical choice for busy families.
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Carrot Cake Pancakes
These carrot cake oat cakes are a soft, spiced snack packed with oats, carrots, and natural sweetness—perfect for toddlers who enjoy finger foods. With no added sugar and a wholesome ingredient list, they offer a nourishing twist on a classic treat. They’re freezer-friendly, easy to hold and ideal for snack time or lunchbox variety.
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Protein Based Snacks For Toddlers
Mini Egg Muffins
These mini egg muffins are protein-packed, veggie-filled bites that are just the right size for toddler hands. Soft and fluffy, they’re easy to chew and can be customised with different ingredients to suit your child’s tastes Great for make-ahead snacks, lunchboxes, or even breakfast on the go.
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Chicken Meatballs
These tender chicken meatballs are mild in flavour, packed with hidden veggies, and easy for toddlers to chew and self-feed. Baked rather than fried, they’re a nutritious protein-rich snack or meal addition that parents can feel good about. They freeze well too—making them a handy option for busy weeknights or snack-prepped lunches.
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Bread cases - Mini quiches!
These crispy, customisable bread cases turn simple sandwich bread into fun, bite-sized snack cups perfect for toddlers. Fill them with savoury or sweet options to suit your child’s preferences—they're great for using up leftovers or adding variety to lunchboxes. Easy to prep ahead and kid-friendly in both size and flavour, they make snack time more exciting.
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Spinach Omelette Fingers
These spinach omelette fingers are soft, protein-rich, and easy for toddlers to grip and munch—making them perfect for self-feeding. Packed with leafy greens and made without added salt, they’re a nourishing snack or light meal option that’s freezer-friendly and super simple to prepare. Ideal for busy days, lunchboxes, or even breakfast on the go.
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Quick Egg Waffles Recipe
These egg waffles are light, fluffy, and packed with protein—an ideal toddler snack that’s both nourishing and fun to eat. Made with simple ingredients and no added sugar, they’re great on their own or topped with fruit, yogurt, or a spread. Easy to batch-cook and freeze, they’re perfect for busy mornings or on-the-go snacks.
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Baked Meatballs
These baked meatballs are soft, flavourful, and packed with hidden veggies—making them a nutritious and easy-to-chew option for toddlers. Oven-baked for a healthier twist, they’re great for little hands to pick up and enjoy as a snack or part of a meal. They freeze well too, offering a quick, protein-rich option for busy days.
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Gluten-Free Oven Baked Salmon Nuggets
These baked salmon bites are soft, flaky, and packed with protein and omega-3s—perfect for growing toddlers. With a mild flavour and bite-sized shape, they’re easy for little ones to handle and enjoy. They’re also freezer-friendly and quick to reheat, making them a practical and nutritious snack or light meal option.
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Salmon Patties
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Tuna Rice Balls
These tuna rice balls are a simple, protein-packed snack that toddlers can easily pick up and enjoy. Made with pantry staples and no added salt, they’re gentle on little tummies while still offering great flavour and nutrition. Perfect for lunchboxes, snacks, or even a quick dinner, they freeze and reheat well for added convenience.
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Dips & Sauces
Homemade Ketchup
This simple tomato sauce is naturally sweet, packed with veggies, and free from added salt or sugar—making it a great base or dip for toddler snacks. Its smooth texture and mild flavour appeal to little taste buds, while giving a nutritional boost to meals like pasta, meatballs, or finger foods. Make a big batch and freeze portions for easy, fuss-free mealtimes.
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Baby Hummus
This baby hummus is a smooth, protein-rich dip made with tahini and chickpeas—perfectly suited for toddlers exploring new textures and flavours. With no added salt and gentle seasoning, it’s a safe and nutritious spread or dip for veggies, crackers, or toast soldiers. Packed with fibre and healthy fats, it’s a versatile snack that fits easily into any toddlers day.
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Blueberry Chia Jam
This blueberry chia jam is a naturally sweet, no-added-sugar spread made with just fruit and chia seeds—perfect for toddlers. It thickens without refined sugar or pectin, offering a nutrient-rich alternative to store-bought jams. Use it on toast, stirred into yogurt, or as a fun filling for snacks and sandwiches.
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Vegetable Based Snacks For Toddlers
Broccoli Bites
These broccoli bites are soft, cheesy, and packed with veggie goodness—an easy way to get toddlers enjoying greens. Their finger-friendly shape makes them perfect for self-feeding, and the mild flavour is a hit with fussy eaters. Great as a snack, lunchbox filler, or side dish, they’re also freezer-friendly for busy days.
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Microwave Corn On The Cob
This microwave corn is a quick, mess-free way to prepare sweet, juicy corn that toddlers love. Ready in minutes and naturally delicious on its own, it’s a simple, fibre-rich snack or side dish that supports little ones’ self-feeding skills. Great for busy days when you need something fast, wholesome and satisfying.
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Zucchini Tots
These zucchini tots are soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and packed with hidden veggies—making them a fun and tasty way to get toddlers eating greens. Easy to hold and dip, they’re perfect for finger food snacks or lunchbox additions. Baked rather than fried, they offer a nutritious twist on a familiar favourite.
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Pea Fritters
These bright green pea pancakes are soft, savoury, and full of plant-based protein and fibre—perfect for toddlers who love finger foods. Their fun colour and mild flavour make veggies more exciting, while the simple, wholesome ingredients keep them gentle on little tummies. Great served warm or cold, they’re ideal for snacks, lunchboxes, or easy dinners.
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Toddler Smoothies
Carrot Smoothie
Made with nourishing ingredients, this carrot smoothie is a naturally sweet, creamy drink packed with fruit, veggies, and nourishing ingredients—perfect for toddlers needing a boost between meals. With no added sugar and a mellow flavour, it’s a great way to sneak in carrots while still tasting like a treat. Serve it in a cup with a straw for a fun and hydrating snack.
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Apple Smoothie
This apple smoothie is fresh, naturally sweet, and blended with yogurt and oats to make it more filling for busy toddlers. It’s a quick, no-fuss way to serve fruit, fibre, and protein in one smooth, sippable snack. Perfect for breakfast on the go or a nourishing afternoon pick-me-up.
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Peach Smoothie
This peach smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and naturally sweet—ideal for toddlers who enjoy fruity flavours. With just a few simple ingredients, it blends up quickly into a nourishing snack rich in vitamins and calcium. Serve it in a cup or pouch for an easy, mess-free option any time of the day.
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Fill Them Up Chocolate Milk
This healthy homemade chocolate milk is a naturally sweetened alternative to store-bought versions—made with real cocoa and no refined sugar. It’s rich in calcium and gentle on little tummies, offering a fun and nourishing drink for toddlers. Perfect served warm or cold as a snack-time treat or nutritious drink with meals.
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Spinach Smoothie
This spinach smoothie is a mild, naturally sweet blend of fruit and greens—perfect for toddlers who might be hesitant about veggies. With banana and apple balancing out the spinach, it’s both nutrient-rich and appealing to little taste buds. A great way to add an extra veggie serve to snack time in a fun, sippable form.
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