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Combat hunger between meals with our collection of healthy snack ideas. From a bold beetroot dip to falafel bites, our healthy snack recipes are sure to satisfy. See more healthy recipes.
Yes, you can create a delicious flapjack in the microwave and it doesn't need to contain butter or oil! This tasty, fruit-packed recipe is ideal for toddlers, suitable for the 12+ months weaning stage*, but kids of all ages will want a square! Ready in just 10 minutes, this is a great speedy snack to add to your weaning recipes.
These oat, seed and fruit packed flapjacks really are the ultimate healthy snack. Prepare a batch, in just over half an hour, and have them ready to go for when the urge to snack strikes
A crunchy and delicious homemade snack, perfect for film night or aperitif: chickpeas, pat-dried then roasted in the oven and seasoned with olive oil and paprika, or soy sauce and sesame seeds for an eastern twist.
Avocado and spinach make a great purée for babies, full of green goodness yet deliciously creamy. This baby food recipe is suitable for weaning from around 6 months* and you can purée all the avocado or cut one into wedges to serve as finger food. Freeze portions in an ice cube tray for nutritious baby food whenever you need it.
Dips make great party food especially at Christmas time and this musabaha, which is a deconstructed version of houmous, is something special! Topped with caramelised lemons and pine nuts for crunch, it's totally delicious with toasted pitta bread.
Chef, author and TV presenter, Kwoklyn Wan shares his simple, yet totally delicious twist on sesame prawn toast. Kwoklyn says: "Christmas is a time for sharing, and a plate stacked high with glistening, golden sesame chicken toasts is the perfect festive finger food for a gathering."
Roasting this distinctly colourful broccoli gives it a nutty and earthy flavour which works perfectly with a light dressing and crunchy sourdough
Fill fluffy bao buns with sweet and sticky glazed hoisin aubergine. Bursting with bold and complex Chinese flavours, these delightful bites make great party food (they're vegan-friendly) or an interesting snack, lunch or even breakfast!
Quick pickled vegetables are so easy to make, and this red cabbage is no exception. It's a great side to serve with cold cuts at Christmas and makes a fab and festive edible gift.
Breakfast made easy: these savoury overnight oat buns are packed with flavour and fibre, perfect for busy mornings. Prep them the night before and enjoy all week long.
Up your protein at breakfast with this chickpea granola recipe. Packed with flax, chia and pumpkin seeds and warming spices like cardamom and cinnamon, it's simple, delicious and high in plant-based protein. Make ahead and keep for up to a week.
This high-protein frittata is baked in a loaf tin so you can easily pack it for an on-the-go lunch or snack. Cottage cheese boosts the protein and olives and Parmesan add moreish, savoury flavours.
These quick and easy Halloween muffins, shaped like cute pumpkins, are made with just 3 ingredients. Perfect as part of a fun breakfast or as a healthy Halloween snack.
Here's a special banana pancake recipe! With warm spices and interesting textures, plus plenty of tangy berries, it certainly packs in the plant points and is a source of vitamin B12, which helps with energy levels. Nutritious but also indulgent-tasting, this makes a lovely weekend breakfast or brunch.
This rich vegan and gluten-free pâté derives its powerful flavour from a mix of dried porcini and fresh chestnut and wild mushrooms.
Channel your favourite Mexican flavours into this mini sweetcorn fritters recipe for a colourful canapé. The crispy golden fritters are loaded up with chilli, coriander and spring onions then topped with a dollop of smashed avocado for the perfect bite.
Impress your guests with this delicious bruschetta idea. Garlic and mushrooms are always a match made in food heaven, but particularly so when shiitake mushrooms and garlic come together. Serve on sourdough and drizzle with pesto.
Light, creamy and tangy, whipped cottage cheese makes a delicious base for a dip, and this ranch dip scores nutrition points for being high in protein and a source of vitamin B12. Whip it up in just 10 minutes, then dip in some crudités to boost your 5-a-day. Great for picnics, parties and healthy snacking.
No stirring over a hot stove with this strawberry jam recipe! Jam-meets-coulis, this sweet treat is healthier than some jam recipes, with just a little honey to sweeten the fruit instead of sugar. Allow to cool before serving on toast or with your favourite breakfast bowl, or you could even enjoy it for pudding with some Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.
A delicious seafood starter for a springtime weekend lunch. Satisfying and fresh, these crispy sourdough bruschettas are made with thinly sliced fennel, sweet crab, lemon and olive oil. Top tip: if you haven't any dill, use the fennel fronds instead.
A simple soda bread is one of the simplest bakes out there. This fruit and seed soda bread recipe ups the difficulty slightly due to the fact you've got to soak a selection of dried fruit but it also ups the satisfaction you'll get from eating it significantly.
Rich in both vitamins and minerals, edamame beans give these falafel bites an extra boost of protein, as well as a rich, nutty flavour. A great healthy snack or light lunch!
If you're having a burger night, try these spicy parsnip shoestring fries as an alternative to chips. Thinly sliced and twice fried in sunflower oil, the parsnips crisp up beautifully whilst retaining their sweetness. Sprinkle with paprika and celery salt before serving.
Filling and nutritious, these oat and berry bites are the perfect healthy snack.
These baked salt and pepper chickpeas are a great alternative to peanuts
Spice up weekend nights-in with these moreish snacks – they're ideal for serving up in front of Saturday night TV
The Scandinavians are famous for their open-faced rye sandwiches (known as smørrebrød) and one mouthful of this Danish recipe and you’ll understand why
If you're after a healthy snack, look no further than this homemade trail mix. It's full of fibre from the dried fruit, nuts and popcorn, and great for storing in jars when you need a nibble of something!
Transform tinned kidney beans into a scrumptious dip by adding fresh parsley, thyme and chopped walnuts
Dip carrots or pitta bread into this creamy cannellini bean dip for a healthy snack
Healthy snacks for kids don't get much more satisfying than this! Packed with hearty fusilli pasta, shelled peas, thick-cut ham and fresh eggs these simple baked frittatas are really easy to make and perfect for the kids to enjoy whilst out and about
Upgrade your snack game with these crispy paneer bites. Coat your cheese in breadcrumbs, then bake until crispy and golden. Serve with chilli yogurt for dipping.
This on-trend cottage cheese loaf is a source of protein and high in vitamin B12, and makes a tasty alternative to sliced bread.