School Snacks
Easy, Homemade Muffin Recipes
Muffins: The Perfect Make Ahead Breakfast or Snack Muffins are more than just a sweet treat—they’re a versatile, healthy make ahead breakfast and snack option that fits seamlessly into busy lifestyles. Whether you’re fueling yourself for a long day at work, packing lunches for school, or looking for an easy grab-and-go option for your kids, ...
Thrive Market’s Top 50 Snacks for Kids Ranked by Highest in Fiber
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Looking for delicious and nutritious snacks that will also increase your child’s fiber intake? Thrive Market has your back. From crunchy fruits and veggies to whole-grain crackers and easy homemade treats, there are plenty of tasty high ...
Turkey Jerky vs Beef Jerky
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Jerky is a beloved snack for those who enjoy a portable, protein-packed option. While beef jerky has long been a staple, turkey jerky has grown in popularity as a lighter alternative. But what exactly sets these two ...
101 Snack Ideas for Kids
Snack Ideas for Kids Infographic click here The most common question parents are asked—often multiple times a day—might be this: “Can I have a snack?” Between school, sports, and everything in between, snack food is a daily must-have for most families, but keeping the house stocked can feel like a full-time job. Even when you ...
What Can You Do with Leftover Pumpkin Purée?
Every year after Thanksgiving, kitchens overflow with leftover pumpkin purée—cans half-used, jars tipped into the fridge, or pureed scraps yearning for a second life. That’s where Leftover Pumpkin Purée Hummus comes in: a clever, flavorful reinvention that transforms that leftover squash into a party-worthy dip. It’s a celebration of upcycling, seasonal flavor, and smart cooking ...
The Best Thrive Market Products in September 2023
September is a month of transition: from long, lazy summer afternoons to early mornings, commutes, and carpools, packing lunches and even-more-packed schedules. This month, our team members are transitioning into fall by getting the kids ready for school and getting themselves ready for a return to routine — and they’re sharing the products they rely ...
These Strawberry Almond Crispy Rice Treats Make a Sweet Kids’ Snack (Without the Added Sugar)
In the midst of back-to-school shopping, planning carpools, and coordinating schedules, you may also start looking for ways to make your kids’ often-tricky transition from summer to school just a little bit smoother. Having a big batch of these Vegan Strawberry Almond Crisped Rice Treats waiting for your kids when they hop off the school ...
20+ Best Kids Snacks at Thrive Market — Straight from the Experts Themselves
When you’re looking for the best kids snacks, who better to ask than the kids themselves? We asked the children of our Thrive Market employees (who always have pantries stocked with the latest healthy, organic chips, puffs, crackers, and pouches), and our members, who aren’t shy about expressing their love for their favorite products. Whether ...
5 Back-to-School Tips to Make Healthy Habits Fun and Easy
The transition from summer into the back-to-school season means a return to routine, for parents and children alike. This is a great opportunity to introduce new healthy and sustainable habits for kids!
11 Healthy School Snacks for Kids, Picked by Kids
When you’re starting to shop for your kids’ school snacks, there are a few things you likely always consider: Is it healthy? Is it simple enough to grab or prep on a busy weekday morning? And finally, the trickiest question of all… Will the kids actually eat it? In a perfect world, the best school ...
Healthy Homeschool Snacks for Every Craving (Vegan, Paleo, and Gluten-Free)
No matter what your plans are for this unique back-to-school season, one thing’s certain: kids will ask for snacks. When you’re fielding requests for crackers, bars, dippers, or other favorite items, injecting a little variety might just make the school year a bit more bearable. That’s why we’ve combed our shelves to recommend the best ...
Snack Smarter This Summer: Try These 6 Recipes
Snacking is an essential part of summertime—whether you’re taking treats to the beach, on a road trip, or just to your backyard, having a little something to eat makes the simplest moments feel special. We’re rounding up our favorite summer snacks that you make at home.
How to Pack a Healthy School Lunch
As a busy parent, packing lunch can get tedious. But with a few easy habits—a little prep, a handy checklist of what to include in your kids’ midday meal, and a stash of reusable containers—you’ll be a lunch-packing pro in no time.
Another Reason to Love Clif Bar: A Commitment to Eco-Conscious Packaging
What comes to mind when you think of Clif Bar? Perhaps the thought of wholesome ingredients like creamy nut butter and organic fruit sparks a craving, or maybe it inspires you to dream up your next road trip. We’re right there with you. This iconic brand makes some of our all-time favorite snacks, but today ...
A Better Way to Snack: Discover Thrive Market Beef & Turkey Sticks
Midday snack cravings? Before you reach for one of those ubiquitous packaged jerky sticks, there’s something you should know: Most of the ones you see in convenience stores are made from low-grade meat and loaded with questionable ingredients and preservatives. Luckily, there’s a better option: Enter Thrive Market Beef and Turkey Sticks. They’re made from ...
How a Child’s Illness Inspired These Parents to Start a Snack Brand
Jackson’s Honest co-founders Scott and Megan Reamer never had plans to start a food business. But when their son Jackson encountered mysterious health problems, they took charge of his nutrition and built a business in the process. We sat down with the Reamers to learn more about the brand, their long journey to a diagnosis ...
How to Celebrate Kindness on Giving Tuesday
Empowering others to make a difference is practically a way of life for the team at KIND Healthy Snacks, so for Giving Tuesday, we couldn’t think of a better brand to help us do some good. Here’s more about how KIND got its start, its wholesome ingredient standards, plus an easy way to spread some ...
For a Protein-Powered Snack, Square Organics Has the Recipe
When you can’t find what you need, you make it yourself. At least, that’s the philosophy founder Sarah Gordon used to launch Square Organics, a line of portable, protein-filled bars that fill you up with simple ingredients that won’t weigh you down.
Raw Honey Granola Cups Recipe
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Essential Supplies for a Healthy Back to School
Packing lunches can spark panic for some parents, especially when you’re dealing with the morning dash out the door! Ready to take the guesswork out of ensuring your little one is well-nourished throughout the day? A healthy meal is in the bag thanks to these must-have essentials and genius recipes.
Hemp Macadamia Raw Bars Recipe
[schema description]What’s chewy, nutty, filling, and portable? DIY raw bars! These perfectly packable snacks are loaded with wholesome pantry ingredients like dried apricots, shredded coconut, and macadamia nuts. Honey adds sweetness, and hemp hearts deliver 20 amino acids, protein, and magnesium so you can feel good on the go. Plus, you can mix everything up ...
The Best Tasting, Healthy and Homemade Protein Bars
Protein bars are one of the easiest ways to fuel up, curb cravings, or jump-start recovery after a workout—without relying on highly processed or sugary commercial options. When made right, they balance flavor, texture, and nutrition: think nut butters, protein powders, wholesome binders, seeds or nuts for crunch, and natural sweeteners. These homemade bars make ...
Strawberry Fruit Leather Recipe
[schema description]Skip the artificially flavored fruit roll-ups—our homemade recipe is the real deal. This chewy, fruity, and wholesome snack has no sugar added and is made with just two simple ingredients: Fresh strawberries and raw, unstrained honey. So you can say goodbye to preservatives and hello to snacking how it should be—healthy and worry-free![/schema]
Spelt Flour Recipe for Homemade Crackers
[schema description]There’s something quietly satisfying about crunchy, homemade crackers—the kind you can snack on straight from the sheet, pair with cheese, or dunk into dips. This recipe for yogurt-spelt crackers achieves exactly that by combining the nutty richness of sprouted spelt flour with tangy yogurt, a little butter, and sea salt. As the dough rests, ...