Now that school is out for the summer, turn those plastic sandwich containers into the perfect on the go snacks for outings to the park, the beach, or on car rides! This post contains affiliate links.
My kids' latest snacking obsession is to create their own on the go snacks or"snack packs" (as we call them).
These are perfect for a trip to the park, a car ride, or a fun summer outing. You can actually fit a good amount of snacks into those little plastic sandwich containers! They like the independence of choosing what they are going to fill on the go snacks with. I've noticed that when my kids pack their own food, they usually eat it all with little to no waste. My only request is that they choose at least 1 fruit, vegetable, or cheese in each pack.
These on the go snacks definitely hold them over with a variety of their favorite foods.
I'll usually pack a bigger lunch to have later in the afternoon, or we'll stop for fast food on a long ride. It saves us a bundle on buying snacks while we are out. That is especially nice with five children. They also taste so much fresher than the pre-packaged fruits and cheese that you buy in the produce section at the grocery store.
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Pam says
Love these ideas for my grandkids thanks for the ideas
Laura says
Are those paper cupcake liners?
Brandy says
Hi Laura! They are actually silicone liners!
Gen Wing says
Where do you get those big pretzels? My son would love those and less chance of spilling the little ones everywhere!
Brandy says
Sam's club or Costco. I can't remember! They sell them in a big tub. 🙂
Debbie E says
love this snack holder idea. My kids 22, but she would still love it, it ageless!!
Bambi@QueenBtellsall says
This is a great idea! Much better than buying lunchables plus the kiddos can help. Awesome!
Anita says
This is an awesome idea! Thanks for sharing.
Ashleigh says
This is perfect, not only for kids! I make similar snacks for my family, we call them 'Adult Lunchables'! Haha. Thanks for sharing!
Brandy says
I like that! "Adult Lunchables" would taste so much better than the kid ones! It's great portion control too!
Morgan @ Managing Mommyhood says
This is such a great idea! I remember when I was a kid spening all summer asking my mom for snacks - this is perfect to combat that!
Aimee says
Cute! What a good idea to used those containers. I'm going to pick some up!