Thanksgiving may be all about turkey and pie, but let’s be real – kids want snacks they can grab and go! These healthy Thanksgiving snacks are just the solution!

Mums don’t want snacks that will cause a sugar crash – because the last thing anyone needs is a meltdown before the turkey’s carved.

The solution – my list of 21 healthy Thanksgiving snacks the kids will love. They’re festive, super healthy, scrumptious, and easy to munch. Best of all, they’re ready in a jiffy, giving you more time to relax and celebrate with everyone else.

From buttery banana bread to cheesy cauliflower bites, chewy almond cookies, and a showstopping turkey veggie tray, there’s a tasty little something here to win over even the pickiest eater at the table.

1. Chicken Salad Bites

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First up – mini snack heroes that combine chicken, cream, and veggies into small bites that kids will love. They’re light, easy to eat, and packed with protein.

My friends thought the kids wouldn’t go for these, but I proved them wrong – the platter was polished off! Luckily, I had prepared extra, so the adults could have some too.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 137
• Fats: 6.7g
• Protein: 16g
• Carbs: 2.3g
• Fiber: 0.4g
• Sugar: 1.1g

2. Flourless Pumpkin Bread

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Perfect for a cold evening, my flourless pumpkin bread is rich, warm, cozy, moist, sweet, and a little spiced. Kids love this healthy snack, especially when I add extra chocolate chips on the side.

It was such a hit on Thanksgiving Day that they asked for it week after week. It has become a fall recipe-on-repeat in our kitchen.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 174
• Fats: 4.5g
• Protein: 4.9g
• Carbs: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 14g

3. Cottage Cheese Chips

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This recipe is the perfect way to curb kids’ chip cravings, without resorting to those unhealthy store-bought varieties. And, they won’t miss the crinkly bag.

When I set out to make this snack, all I had was cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, and bagel seasoning – and voila! A fab treat was born that takes only a couple of minutes to prepare.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 40
• Fats: 1.9g
• Protein: 3.4g
• Carbs: 2.3g
• Fiber: 0.1g
• Sugar: 0.8g

4. Flourless Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

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This melt-in-your-mouth cinnamon-swirled banana bread is delicious and flourless.

It’s the perfect Thanksgiving snack for kids – comforting, healthy, warm, sweet, and packed with protein.

They LUV the vanilla icing on top, and to make it even more indulgent, I add chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or crushed nuts.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 320
• Fats: 20g
• Protein: 11g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fiber: 4.9g
• Sugar: 16g
• Sugar: 16g

5. Cheesy Cauliflower Bites

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The last thing I want on Thanksgiving day is to spend hours in the kitchen.

This no-fuss, easy-to-make recipe requires only three ingredients – cauliflower florets, mature cheddar cheese, an egg, and a sprinkle of herbs and spices.

The bites are also great for meal prep and freezing, so make them well in advance and have less to do on the day.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 26
• Fats: 1.9g
• Protein: 1.6g
• Carbs: 0.7g
• Fiber: 0.2g
• Sugar: 0.2g

6. Ham Roll Ups with Cream Cheese

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My ham and cheese roll ups are comforting, healthy, and filling. They’re easy to make and even easier for kids to grab and munch.

The filling is creamy and tasty, and the ham can be switched up with turkey, chicken, or other deli meats to give your platter plenty of variety.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 140
• Fats: 9.1g
• Protein: 13g
• Carbs: 2.3g
• Fiber: 0.2g
• Sugar: 1.3g

7. Smashed Brussels Sprouts

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Kids eating Brussels sprouts? I used to think that was an impossible combo. But this healthy sweet snack recipe completely changed my mind.

Crispy, caramelized, and a little bit sweet, these smashed Brussels sprouts have quickly become a kid-approved favorite in our house. And I’m thrilled, because they sneak in plenty of nutrients without any fuss.

Serve them up on a colorful Thanksgiving platter with a creamy garlic dip, and watch the kids polish them off.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 305
• Fats: 23g
• Protein: 8.2g
• Carbs: 22g
• Fiber: 9g
• Sugar: 5.2g

8. Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins

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Next up – my muffins filled with soft, sweet apples, a touch of cinnamon, honey, Greek yogurt, and rolled oats. It’s the perfect comfort food, ideal for Thanksgiving and guaranteed to be loved by the kids.

Make them more decadent by adding cacao nibs, dark chocolate chips, or dried cranberries, and serving with a scoop of ice cream. 

Per Serving:

• Calories: 126
• Fats: 1.3g
• Protein: 8g
• Carbs: 21g
• Fiber: 2.6g
• Sugar: 10g

9. Cheddar Cheese Bites

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I love a snack that can be made well ahead of time, which is why this healthy snack recipe is always on my Thanksgiving list.

It only requires four ingredients and minimal prep time to make a batch of golden brown cheddar cheese bites that are crunchy, rich, and full of flavor.

​​Per Serving:

• Calories: 103
• Fats: 8.3g
• Protein: 5.6g
• Carbs: 1.9g
• Fiber: 0.8g
• Sugar: 0.4g

10. Mini Pepper Nachos

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Kids love nachos, and this recipe is a great way to get them to eat veggies.

Intrigued? Follow the steps, and you have a fun plate of colorful peppers that look like little monsters just waiting to be gobbled up – and they taste just like nachos, without the unhealthy ingredients.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 243
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 14g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 5.5g
• Sugar: 6.5g

11. Pumpkin Almond Cookies

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My pumpkin almond cookies are packed with the comforting flavors of fall and have the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition.

They’re chewy, spicy-warm, subtly sweet, and so good, they may steal the spotlight from the pumpkin pie. To tempt the kids, after pressing the cookies into shape, decorate the tops with extra chocolate chips.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 122
• Fats: 8.5g
• Protein: 3.2g
• Carbs: 9.7g
• Fiber: 2.3g
• Sugar: 5.9g

12. Parmesan Zucchini Bites

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These Parmesan zucchini bites are crispy, cheesy, and bite-sized, perfect for little hands at snack time.

Made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re quick to whip up and secretly packed with veggie goodness.

Serve them warm with a fun dipping sauce, and watch the kids gobble them up faster than you can say “Turkey Day!”

Per Serving:

• Calories: 6.8
• Fats: 0.3g
• Protein: 0.5g
• Carbs: 0.6g
• Fiber: 0.1g
• Sugar: 0.3g

13. Blueberry Oat Bars

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How about some blueberry oat bars bursting with juicy berries, hearty oats, maple syrup, and peanut butter?

They’re moist, chewy, and completely vegan and gluten-free, perfect for kids on the go. Kids love them, and they won’t be shy to ask for more.

To make them truly Thanksgiving-worthy, drizzle plenty of melted chocolate on top for an irresistible finish.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 276
• Fats: 14g
• Protein: 7.4g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fiber: 4.3g
• Sugar: 11g

14. Flourless Protein Banana Bread

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Need a snack for Thanksgiving that won’t turn the little ones into sugar-filled monsters? My flourless protein banana bread comes to the rescue.

Imagine – bananas, peanut butter, dark chocolate, eggs, and walnuts, baked into a scrumptious loaf that’s moist, rich, protein-packed, and oh-so-healthy.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 140
• Fats: 5.6g
• Protein: 11g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 2.3g
• Sugar: 6g

15. Strawberry Cottage Cheese Chocolate Clusters

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Guaranteed to be a kid-pleaser, this tempting combo offers a rich chocolate shell filled with a velvety, creamy mix of strawberries and cream cheese.

The recipe requires minimal prep time and is ready in under three hours (most of which is freezing time). Make extra, because the kids will want some the day after Thanksgiving, and the day after that, and the day after ….

Per Serving:

• Calories: 250
• Fats: 14g
• Protein: 4.1g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fiber: 3.2g
• Sugar: 27g

16. Flourless Pumpkin Bars

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Pumpkin is a Thanksgiving classic, but let’s say it – the family can get a little tired of plain old pumpkin pie. That’s why I came up with this fab recipe for flourless pumpkin bars.

They’re sweet, yummy, chewy, buttery, filled with autumn warmth and coziness, and drizzled with a finger-licking good maple syrup glaze.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 133
• Fats: 5.8g
• Protein: 7g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 11g

17. Flourless Oatmeal Bread

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This snack is ideal for keeping kids fueled up before the big feast while avoiding the sugar crash. My flourless oatmeal bread is gluten-free, packed with protein, and tastes ultra-delish.

Best of all, you can prep it ahead of time and simply bring it out on the big day. It’ll taste every bit as fresh as if it came straight from the oven that morning.

Hint – kids love it topped with creamy peanut butter.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 126
• Fats: 3.8g
• Protein: 6.6g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 2.3g
• Sugar: 2.6g

18. Ham Roll Ups

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I always bought pre-packaged snacks for the kids, thinking that was all they would eat. But I was wrong – kids love fun, healthy, and tasty snacks, and that’s why my ham roll ups are a winner.

I fill these cute little roll ups with cheddar cheese, lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes, and serve them with a creamy dipping sauce. They’re gone before I can say ‘who wants more?’

Per Serving:

• Calories: 176
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 16g
• Carbs: 2.1g
• Fiber: 0.3g
• Sugar: 1g

19. Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

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When I say ‘an alternative to popcorn’, you may be hard-pressed to think of a healthy snack that kids will love.

That’s because you haven’t tried my sticky, roasted cauliflower bites, taken to superhero status with tasty buffalo sauce. The kids will gobble up this snack, and popcorn will be long forgotten.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 361
• Fats: 29g
• Protein: 12g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 5.7g

20. Pumpkin Pie Cheese and Crackers

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How cute are these little pumpkin pie cheese crackers from Meaghan at The Decorated Cookie? They bring a fun burst of color and taste to any Thanksgiving table.

All you need are Triscuit Thin Crisps, Chicken in a Biskit, light cream cheese, and a few blocks of cheddar cheese. Welcome the kids with a tray at the door and watch them vanish (the snacks, that is – not the kids)!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 35
• Fats: 2g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbs: 1g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g

21. Turkey Veggie Tray

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Delight the kids with a turkey that’s not a turkey. They will enjoy these colorful, crunchy veggies and creamy dip, and you’ll enjoy knowing that they are getting loads of nutrients and goodness.

It makes a charming center-piece for a Thanksgiving table. Don’t forget to snap some pics before the little ones get their hands on it.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 122
• Fats: 6g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbs: 14g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 8g