Fairy bread pancakes
Traditionally, fairy bread is made with, you guessed it, bread! We have taken it to a whole new level using Marcel’s Pancakes Petite Pancakes. Your kids are going to LOVE these and we think that you might just love them too.
Mini Pineapple and Cheese Scrolls
Made with fresh pineapple, these easy to make scrolls are gluten free and perfect for a snack or to pop in to a lunchbox.
Nuffin’ Better Than a Muffin!
Muffins are a good bet for a lunch box filler - they can be made with so many different ingredients that there's sure to be something to suit every tastebud.
Fun Puffs Cocoa Cookies
These quick-to-make cookies are great for the lunchbox or as an afternoon snack.
Marmite Cheese Scrolls
A great snack or perfect for their lunch boxes - the kids will enjoy making this recipe.
Meal planning for the win
The thing about kids is that they want dinner. Every. Single. Day. And if you are the main dinner supplier, this requires a not insignificant amount of forethought and preparation to achieve. Find more about meal planning and get some top tips.
Tips for planning school lunches
Producing a lunch box every school day that is not only healthy but also has things in it that will actually be eaten is a task that requires some forethought and effort. While the kids think that food somehow miraculously appears in the pantry and fridge to be popped into the lunch box, we all know there is much more to it than that.
Petit Bacon & Egg Frittatas
If bacon and eggs is a breakfast favourite in your family, try switching up your mornings with this easy alternative. Grab the eggs, bacon and some veggies and whip together this frittata in no time.
Toasted Hawaiian Wrap Melts
The perfect afternoon filler for those days when your kids need a filling snack to get them through their afternoon activities.
Healthy Raspberry and Chia Seed Slice
This delicious raspberry and chia seed slice is bursting with fruit, chia seeds and is low in sugar. It's a deliciously healthy option for morning tea or even your children's lunch boxes.
Chicken Sandwich Points
Morning tea and birthday parties are often over-run with sweet treats. These chicken sandwiches provide an elegant savoury contrast!
30 Top Lunch Box Treats
Here are 30 of the best tried-and-tested snacky bites that I turn to instead. From slices to scones, from muesli bars to muffins; there’s something for even the fussiest eater.
Protein Packed Sandwiches
Did you know the humble sandwich is an underrated source of protein? A survey has found that most New Zealanders are not aware of how high the protein levels in bread actually are.
15 of the best banana baking recipes for little monkeys
There are some bananas going black in your fruit bowl. Yesss! It’s banana baking time!