When a craving hits, it helps to have healthy choices ready to go. These delicious recipes are easy to make ahead and enjoy later. Whether you need a quick energy boost or an afterschool snack for the kids, these whole-food recipes only take a few minutes to create. Once you discover how easy it is to offer tasty homemade snacks, you’ll never go back to store bought.
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Apple Date Butter
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Strawberry Banana Breakfast Chia Pudding
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Peanut Oat Energy Balls
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Butternut Squash Hummus
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Edamame Dip
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Snacking Apple Granola
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