Simple flavors dialed to addictive, shapes built for small hands and big appetites. You make a platter and suddenly patrol it. Sweet, salty, and occasionally sticky. Everyone’s happy, which is rare. Hide a stash or regret it.

Tajin Cucumber Boats with Lime Juice

Tajin cucumber boats on a plate next to a slice of lime.
Tajin Cucumber Boats with Lime Juice. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Tajin Cucumber Boats with Lime Juice are low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, and can easily be made dairy-free! They are light, refreshing, full of flavor, and can be made in only 5 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Tajin Cucumber Boats with Lime Juice

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

A stack of homemade cheddar cheese crackers.
Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

You will love these homemade cheddar cheese crackers that are easy to prepare and takes just six ingredients. These crackers are cheesy, crunchy, salty, and perfect for a snack or adding to a cheese tray.
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Baked Sweet Potato Chips

A stack of sweet potato chips next to a glass of milk.
Baked Sweet Potato Chips. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

A healthier alternative to traditional chips, these baked sweet potato chips are low carb, paleo, and gluten-free. They’re crispy, easy to make, and can be enjoyed with a variety of dips or on their own. The recipe involves slicing sweet potatoes thinly and baking them to perfection. This is a great snack for those looking for a tasty yet healthy option.
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Bacon Wrapped Shrimp in Air Fryer or Oven

Bacon wrapped shrimp on a white plate with dipping sauce.
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp in Air Fryer or Oven. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Upgrade your appetizer game with a bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe. The recipe is perfect for the air fryer or oven. You’ll enjoy a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Shrimp in Air Fryer or Oven

Snack Mix

Close up of snack mix made up of Chex, pretzels, peanuts, and Cheerios.
Snack Mix. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

This snack mix is from my Great Grandma’s kitchen. It is savory and delicious – great for a road trip or a fun gift at Christmas!
Get the Recipe: Snack Mix

Bacon Herbed Cream Cheese Bites

A wooden cutting board with cucumbers and bacon on it.
Bacon Herbed Cream Cheese Bites. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

These cucumber bites are a refreshing and healthy keto-friendly snack. They combine crisp cucumber slices with a flavorful filling of cream cheese, herbs, and bacon. This recipe is quick and easy, making it perfect for a light lunch, snack, or as an appetizer at parties. Its versatility allows it to fit various dietary needs, including and gluten-free lifestyles.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Herbed Cream Cheese Bites

Peanut Butter Cookies

Gluten free peanut butter cookie leaning against a stack of cookies in the background.
Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This simple recipe for gluten free peanut butter cookies is full of peanut butter flavor and made in the classic criss-cross style. A soft and chewy cookie peanut butter lovers will swoon for!
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies

Chocolate Chip Granola

Chocolate pecan granola in a bowl next to a glass of milk.
Chocolate Chip Granola. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

A delightful mix for a nutritious start to the day or a healthy snack, this granola is a blend of nuts and seeds, offering a satisfying crunch. It’s sweetened with low-carb substitutes and has a hint of cinnamon, making it a great topping for yogurt or enjoyed by itself. This recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for those seeking a granola alternative that fits into a ketogenic lifestyle.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Granola

Almond Butter Energy Balls

A plate of almond butter energy balls.
Almond Butter Energy Balls. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Looking for a quick and effortless healthy snack option? Look no further than Almond Butter Energy Balls! These delectable treats are no-bake, made with gluten-free oats and dark chocolate chips, making them a perfect vegan indulgence.
Get the Recipe: Almond Butter Energy Balls

Cinnamon Apple Snacks

Apple slices topped with cinnamon are arranged on a white plate next to a small glass bowl containing a creamy dip, making this one of the perfect kid friendly snacks.
Cinnamon Apple Snacks. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Savor the goodness of this wholesome Cinnamon Apple Snacks recipe! Super easy to make and they are a tasty, healthy snack for both kids and adults.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Apple Snacks

Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites

A bowl of sugar-coated dough balls, with one cut open to reveal an apple filling—perfect kid friendly snacks. Two cinnamon sticks and a butter package are nearby on a wooden surface.
Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These delightful air fryer apple pie bites are an easy dessert idea. Cinnamon apple filling is wrapped in a flaky biscuit crust. Only 5 ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Pie Bites

Loaded Peanut Butter Chex Party Mix

Teal bowl of chex party mix next to a cereal box and casserole dish.
Loaded Peanut Butter Chex Party Mix. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Easy, delicious snack that is no bake!
Get the Recipe: Loaded Peanut Butter Chex Party Mix

Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil

A bowl of cooked pasta mixed with cherry tomatoes, wilted spinach, and fresh basil leaves makes a delicious option for kid friendly snacks.
Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Let us plan a special Italian evening with our Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil Recipe. Those gluten-free, low carb and perfect for diabetics gnocchi Di Patate are getting more and more popular as weeks go by.
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil

Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp and steak fajitas with peppers and onions.
Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Steak and shrimp fajitas are the easiest way to enjoy a surf and turf dinner at home. Simply seasoned and cooked on one pan in the oven in under 20 minutes, this is the perfect weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas

Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers – Goldfish Copycat

A glass jar filled with small, goldfish-shaped cheese crackers sits on a wooden surface with a few crackers scattered around—perfect kid friendly snacks for any occasion.
Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers – Goldfish Copycat. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

These Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers are a great kid-friendly. Homemade Goldfish Crackers with the tang of sourdough! Kid approved!
Get the Recipe: Sourdough Discard Cheese Crackers – Goldfish Copycat

A plate of protein cookie dough balls.
Protein Cookie Dough Balls. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These healthy Protein Cookie Dough Balls are soft, sweet, and ready in under 30 minutes! They are nutritious bite-sized treats that combine the yummy flavors of cookie dough with the benefits of protein-packed ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Protein Cookie Dough Balls

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