After-School Snack Plate Ideas

No-one likes a ‘hangry’ child after school or a grumpy toddler in the afternoon. So why not grab your gumboots, whip up a 'Sharing Plate’ and head outside for afternoon tea.  

Why kids love snack plates:

• Snack plates provide choice and encourage children to eat, or at least try, a little of everything.
• Snacking helps keep energy levels steady so children can focus on homework or enjoy some extra play time outside.  
• Snack plates are easy to prepare and children can help with the cutting or arranging.   
• It’s all in the sell – “Let’s make a sharing plate”, sounds more exciting than, “Eat an apple before you go outside”.

What to include on a kids snack plate:

• Cold cooked chicken or a meatball with yogurt dipping sauce. i.e. leftovers – don’t overthink this!
• Any fresh fruits and veggies - think snow peas, carrot, banana, berries, cucumber, apple, capsicum, pineapple…
• Cheese - cutting slices into an interesting shape can add to the appeal for toddlers, as can allowing older to children cut their own slice from a larger block
• Grain crackers or pita bread
• Hummus or smashed avocado
• Hard boiled egg
• Bliss or treat ball (see below for an easy, freezer friendly option) 

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