Delicious & Healthy Snack Recipes | Wellness Mama https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/snacks/ Simple Answers for Healthier Families Sun, 21 Dec 2025 20:00:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://wellnessmama.com/wp-content/uploads/site-icon-200x200.png Delicious & Healthy Snack Recipes | Wellness Mama https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/snacks/ 32 32 7 Layer Dip (Protein Packed) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/7-layer-dip/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/7-layer-dip/#respond Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=496720 While I have my favorite stand-by appetizers, I’m always looking for something new to try. Especially when it involves making a traditional dish even healthier. This 7 layer dip recipe is packed with protein thanks to a few, easy ingredient swaps. Serve it with chips, crackers, or veggies for the perfect snack or appetizer.  I […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/7-layer-dip/feed/ 0 Homemade Chocolate Chunk Granola https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/homemade-granola/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/homemade-granola/#respond Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=495827 This homemade granola is everything I want in a pantry staple: super simple, naturally sweetened, and filled with nutrient-dense ingredients I already have on hand. It’s lightly sweet, perfectly crunchy, and totally customizable. The only downside is the kids eat it as fast as I can make it! I added a pinch of cream of […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/homemade-granola/feed/ 0 The Best Frozen Yogurt Bark (High Protein) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/yogurt-bark/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/yogurt-bark/#comments Tue, 22 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=495784 There’s not much better than a cool treat on a hot day. Even if it’s not hot out, this easy frozen yogurt bark is still just as delicious. It’s really quick to throw together for a fast dessert or snack anytime. This recipe is a little different than some other yogurt bark recipes because it’s […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/yogurt-bark/feed/ 1 Coconut Flour Apple Cinnamon Muffins Recipe (Grain Free) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/apple-cinnamon-muffins/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/apple-cinnamon-muffins/#comments Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:06:25 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=2185 I discovered this grain-free apple cinnamon muffin recipe made with applesauce out of desperation. (Isn’t it so true that necessity is the mother of invention?) On this particular morning, I realized I only had five eggs in the fridge — not even close to enough to feed us all. Especially when each kid could easily […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/apple-cinnamon-muffins/feed/ 338 Energy Boosting Beet Gummies https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/beet-gummies/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/beet-gummies/#comments Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:17:02 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=495207 Beets are one of my favorite vegetables. I use beet root powder in homemade blush, add them to salads, and use them to make great tasting strawberry beet fruit leather. Beet root gummies are a delightful way to get the benefits of beets in gummy form. My kids love chewable vitamins and beet gummies are […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/beet-gummies/feed/ 4 Lemon Blueberry Muffins (Grain Free) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/breakfast/lemon-blueberry-muffins/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/breakfast/lemon-blueberry-muffins/#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:39:52 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=368851 I love the smell of baking. Especially when it’s lemon blueberry muffins in the oven! They fill the whole house with the warm aroma of fresh blueberries. Fresh lemon juice and juicy blueberries are the perfect combo. In fact, another favorite treat in our house, this healthy berry cobbler, also combines berries and baking. Blueberries: […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/marinated-eggs/feed/ 5 Radish Cream Cheese Dip (Cool & Zesty!) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/radish-cream-cheese-dip/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/radish-cream-cheese-dip/#comments Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:03:26 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=347459 I’m always looking for easier and tastier ways to serve nourishing foods to my family. Getting kids on board with eating healthy can take some strategic planning, but recipes like this radish cream cheese dip help make it easier. (And it’s not a bad way for adults to enjoy more veggies too!) Having some kind […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/radish-cream-cheese-dip/feed/ 2 How To Make Fermented Salsa https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/fermented-salsa/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/fermented-salsa/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:35:28 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=2643 Now that we’re on the verge of tomato and pepper season, I wanted to share this recipe for fermented salsa. Fermenting fresh salsa is an easy way to make it last longer without canning and it adds a probiotic boost. Try it on tacos or with some homemade tortilla chips! We eat and drink a […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/fermented-salsa/feed/ 87 Strawberry Fruit Leather Recipe (with Beets) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-fruit-leather/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-fruit-leather/#comments Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:53:27 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=55383 Many of you may remember the store-bought classic strawberry fruit roll-ups in your school lunchbox. With all that added sugar and food dye though it’s not what I would consider a healthy snack. This homemade strawberry fruit leather is an easy (and tastier!) way to get your fruit roll-up fix! Our family is really enjoying […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/homemade-chocolate/feed/ 328 How to Make Healthy Jello https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-jello/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-jello/#comments Tue, 19 Sep 2023 14:54:24 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=3803 Oh, jello … the sugar (or chemical) laden mystery food of hospitals and cafeterias. I went to public school and got my fair share of this stuff back then. The “Jell-o” gelatin in stores is packed with sugar (or artificial sweeteners), dyes, additives, and gelatin from factory-farmed animals. I certainly wasn’t going to make that […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-jello/feed/ 162 Sundried Tomato and Roasted Garlic Hummus https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/roasted-garlic-hummus/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/roasted-garlic-hummus/#respond Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=485577 Snack foods are always a must-have at our house. With 6 kids (and plenty of neighbor kids over all the time), I’m always looking for healthy recipes that can feed a crowd. This roasted garlic hummus recipe blends together roasted garlic cloves and sundried tomatoes with creamy hummus. We love it as a dip or […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/roasted-garlic-hummus/feed/ 0 Creamy Mediterranean Labneh https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/labneh-recipe/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/labneh-recipe/#respond Tue, 15 Aug 2023 14:14:55 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=487419 I’m always looking for more ways to use the fresh herbs growing in my garden. This homemade labneh recipe is a great way to do that. It’s a creamy, rich yogurt dip that’s the perfect accompaniment to fresh veggies or your favorite chips. What is Labneh? This traditional yoghurt is a staple food for those […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/labneh-recipe/feed/ 0 Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/zucchini-bread/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/zucchini-bread/#comments Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:55:16 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=385859 If you tend your own garden, chances are you’ve had your share of zucchini. This flourishing little veggie has an almost magic ability to thrive in nearly any condition, leading to an abundance that can be rather overwhelming. This zucchini bread is a great way to use up the extra, plus it’s gluten-free and grain-free! […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/zucchini-bread/feed/ 16 Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/stuffed-portobello-mushrooms/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/stuffed-portobello-mushrooms/#respond Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=486642 I love stuffed mushrooms as a yummy side dish or appetizer. When they’re stuffed with crab meat they can easily double as a main dish too. These stuffed portobello mushrooms feature melted mozzarella cheese and cherry tomatoes for a delicious Caprese version. Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms There are so many different filling options when it comes […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/stuffed-portobello-mushrooms/feed/ 0 How to Make Vietnamese Spring Rolls https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/vietnamese-spring-rolls/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/vietnamese-spring-rolls/#respond Tue, 02 May 2023 13:42:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=485940 Our family loves eating foods from different cultures. The recipes often feature fresh ingredients and it’s nice to try all of the different flavors! These fresh Vietnamese spring rolls are the latest Asian recipe we’ve tried for dinner. Spring Rolls Recipe This recipe was inspired by my friend David Vo. It’s based off of a […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/vietnamese-spring-rolls/feed/ 0 Berry Probiotic Gummies https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/probiotic-jello-snacks/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/probiotic-jello-snacks/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:37:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=118907 I’m not a fan of most gummy vitamins since they’re full of sugar and other unhealthy ingredients. A yummy and healthy way to get that fun gummy texture though is to make your own! These great-tasting probiotic gummies are a hit with kids and provide good bacteria for the digestive tract. Probiotic Gummy Pitfalls Most […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/probiotic-jello-snacks/feed/ 68 How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds (or Any Winter Squash!) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/roast-winter-squash-seeds/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/roast-winter-squash-seeds/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=61445 Pumpkin is a wonderfully versatile food that’s easy to grow, easy to store, and easy to cook. You can use the whole squash and they’re budget-friendly. One of the most popular ways to use the seeds is to make roasted pumpkin seeds. In the Fall, I’ll often plan our family’s meals for the week around […]

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