Best healthy snack ideas from sweet to savoury

Little ones need plenty of energy for a full day of play. Whip up our snack recipes to pack into lunchboxes or take on the go.

• Kids snack plate – Make an easy bean dip using just three ingredients, as well as cheesy frittata egg bites loaded with spring onion and baby pepper, or ham and cheese pinwheels with herby tortilla wraps.

• Healthy frozen berry ice lollies – Blend juicy, tart berries with creamy Greek yogurt and a banana for subtle sweetness.

• Egg muffins – Pack in extra veggies with these cheesy egg muffins, loaded with peas and cherry tomatoes.

• Frozen berry bark – Get little ones involved in making this frozen treat. Combine cooling yogurt with plump berries and a scattering of mixed seeds for extra crunch.

• Potato and kale cakes – These savoury potato cakes are filled with nutritious kale and cheesy mild cheddar.

Whether you’re looking for a lighter dessert after dinner, or a small breakfast to start the day, a healthy sweet snack always hits the spot.

• Avocado chocolate mousse – Creamy avocado, full of healthy fats, is the magic ingredient in this lightened up dessert. Top with dried fruit and nuts for extra crunch.

• Tropical mango and lime fro-yo puds – Make your own frozen yogurt with tropical mango chunks and bananas. Serve with your favourite fruits on top, like kiwi or raspberries.

• Almond croissant-inspired muffins – Bake a batch of these high-fibre muffins, loaded with a hidden centre of oozy almond butter.

• Banana and strawberry smoothie – A handful of porridge oats and a dollop of Greek yogurt makes this smoothie extra satisfying.

• Brain-supporting cherry granola bowls – Make mini pots of these cherry granola pots for an easy sweet snack on the go.

From breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus snacking in between, we’ve crafted plenty of healthy recipes to see you through the day. Louisa Brunt, Senior Nutritionist at M&S Food says, “At M&S, we believe that a balanced diet starts with offering delicious and healthy choices for every occasion. Our goal is to help our customers achieve this by providing nutritious foods that never compromise on quality.”