What do you do when you just want something to tide you - or the kids - over until dinner? Or when you need a quick nibble or two for friends have dropped by for a visit? Snacks are the answer! We've got lots of ideas for snacks - salty, sweet and savoury - that make snack time delicious and fun. Tuck into this amazing collection of easy snack recipes now.
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!
These tasty flapjacks have a classic base of oats, butter and golden syrup for that delicious chewy texture. Our recipe is studded with crunchy seeds, juicy apricots and sultanas – perfect for snacking on-the-go or relaxing with a cuppa. What's more, this easy flapjack recipe takes just 30 minutes to make. Find out how to make flapjacks and you'll always have a tasty treat to hand!
Combine classic seasonal flavours in this easy cornbread recipe, with sage and gloriously sharp cheddar
These egg pots are a super-easy snack to prepare for the week ahead. Roasted chickpeas and tomatoes are topped with feta and a jammy egg for a protein hit. They also count towards 2 of your 5-a-day and are way more colourful than a cereal bar.
Switch up classic Scotch eggs with this vegetarian version that’s 1 of your 5 a day. Spiced sweet potato and spinach and coated in crispy breadcrumbs - check out that golden yolk!
Beans are a great source of protein for veggie and vegan diets, and taste even better when stuffed into pitta breads. Batch-cook this recipe for easy healthy lunches all week.
We've made cheese on toast even better! Top golden toast with grated halloumi then grill until melty. Drizzle over some hot honey, then serve with rocket. This is the ultimate WFH lunch.
These delicious spiced pear crisps are the perfect healthy snack recipe, and best of all they couldn't be easier to make
Bursting with blueberries, this luscious layer of frozen yogurt makes a heavenly snack
Delicious, healthy and super easy to make, these wholemeal muffins come out wonderfully moist, thanks to the addition of courgettes.
This creamy tuna dip recipe is perfect for snacking – simply whip together quark, soft cheese and salad cream, add zesty lemon and spring onions and finish with flaky tuna and chives for a simple dip that's easy to make. What's more, this healthy dip is high in B12, which supports the reduction of tiredness. Pack into a picnic with your favourite crudités and enjoy!
Gluten-free fried goodness! These cauliflower pakoras are easy to make for a big gathering and deliver tongue-tingling flavours
This on-trend cottage cheese loaf is a source of protein and high in vitamin B12, and makes a tasty alternative to sliced bread.
Ghriba are soft almond cookies originating from Morocco. In this version, food writer Nargisse Benkabbou adds matcha for gentle earthiness and a beautiful green tone. If you're not a fan of matcha, try swapping it for a little orange blossom or rosewater for a floral flavour.
Turn your Christmas leftovers into these simple savoury scones. They can be made with whatever root veg and cheese you have in the fridge. Leftover roast potatoes add a crispy hash brown-style texture, which tastes great with scrambled eggs. Or fill with leftover turkey and cranberry sauce for a festive lunch.
If you're looking for a new Christmas canapé idea, look no further. Smoked salmon and cream cheese is a classic festive flavour combo, but we've added a little heat with wasabi paste and zingy lime.
Great for sharing, these Buffalo fries are a fun new way to add some excitement to frozen French fries.
Add new flavours and textures to a readymade cheese and chive dip with tangy Stilton, sweet chutney, fresh herbs and chopped nuts. It's ready in minutes, but looks homemade, and most importantly, it tastes amazing! Serve with grapes and crackers.
These mince pie pops are almost too cute to eat – almost! Great for a baking project with the kids or a festive party food platter, they're simple to make and fun to eat. Bake and freeze a batch, ready for when you need them.
These healthy, savoury muffins will make a great snack for the whole famil
You need just four ingredients for these easy homemade banana chips. Sprinkled with ginger and cinnamon for a touch of spice, crunchy banana chips are cooked slowly in the oven until crunchy – make in big batches and pack up handfuls for a snack on-the-go.
They might be small, but these mini beef pies pack a Stilton-powered punch
Bought too many strawberries? Whip up this sweet strawberry butter recipe in just 5 minutes and store in the fridge for indulgent breakfasts. Spread on toast, croissants or even hot buttered crumpets for a summery start to the day.
This easy Christmas biscuits recipe is a great family-friendly bake. Cut out a range of festive shapes from the spiced orange dough and get creative decorating with pretty coloured icing. You could even bake an extra batch of dough and freeze it for another baking and decorating session. Find out how to make Christmas biscuits for lots of festive fun!
Combining all your favourite banana bread flavours into a simple bake, these delicious cookies offer soft-in-the-middle, crisp-on-the-outside textures with the bonus of being a healthier treat to enjoy with your cuppa.
Is there anything better than sausage rolls for a party or gathering? We certainly don’t think so! Unless, of course, you upgrade them by combining the usual sausage meat with a stuffing mix in these 20-minute wonders. Another A-star for the air-fryer.
Celebrate Bonfire Night with these sizzling, spicy sausage subs. They're topped with charred smoky veg and cheese for an epic sandwich that's packed with fireworks of flavour.
These fruity muffins are the perfect teatime bake or lunchbox snack. They're light, luscious and gluten-free, so suitable for coeliac diets. Bake a batch for the freezer and you'll always have a treat to hand!
Make this gluten-free lemon drizzle cake recipe (made using gluten-free flour and ground almonds), studded with poppyseeds and finished with a drizzle of tangy lemon icing, for an easy afternoon tea bake.
Looking for the best Christmas cake recipe? Get your festive bake on with this traditional Christmas cake recipe, featuring a rich fruit and nut cake, marzipan layer and snow-effect icing. This makes a fabulous festive centrepiece on Christmas Day or any gathering, or treat yourself to a slice after some Christmas sales shopping! Find out how to bake Christmas cake with our easy-to-follow recipe and cook's tips.
Simple yet striking, this pretty sharing wreath makes fab Christmas party food or Boxing Day buffet fare. Don't be put off by the prep time – most of it is slow-roasting the garlic. You can top the crostini with whatever you fancy – we've gone for goat's cheese, Parma ham and figs.
These moreish little pinwheels are packed with bold flavours, inspired by a classic British sandwich. Fun to serve at parties or as tasty savoury snack, you can make-and-freeze ahead – if you can wait that long to eat them!
Is it popcorn or honeycomb? It's both! This indulgent treat is perfect for Bonfire night or a special sofa snack. What's more, it's vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free, so almost everyone can tuck into this crunchy, chewy, sweet and salty delight.