Roasted chickpeas
Chickpeas are famous for their starring role in hummus, vegetarian curries and even burgers, but do you know how delish they are as a roasted snack?
Lolly slice
This delicious treat of lollies, marshmallow and biscuit can be kept in the fridge and just cut a slice of when you need that special pick me up or great for the school cake stall
No bake raspberry rice rectangles
Try this no-bake recipe for a party to prepare for or as a different lunch box treat to try. This fruity slice is made with marshmallows, oats and raspberries for a delicious sweet snack and nut free
Granola bars
These bars are great to pop in the lunch box or as an afternoon snack they are healthy and delicious
Chicken, zucchini and pesto crostini recipe
Sandwiches for dinner? When they're this fancy, you'll find it hard to say no. Just some chargrilled ingredients atop crusty bread, drizzled with a quick and easy homemade pesto, and it's the perfect summer supper in a flash.
Raspberry Surprise Muffins
The surprise with these raspberry muffins comes from the square of dark chocolate pushed into each one. Eat them warm from the oven and discover the chocolatey delight inside
Chocolate chip cookies
These cookies are a simple tasty combination of milk and dark chocolate chips. They contain all the rich ingredients that good chocolate chip cookies really need. I like to make large batches of these and roll them into balls to freeze. That way I can pull a dozen out to bake as gifts.
Chocolate dipped potato chips
We all know that these chocolate dipped potato chips are going to be a sometimes food but really, how can anyone resist? These are a combo of your favourite salty snack and chocolate. You know its wrong but they taste oh-so-right!
Cheese and Vegemite Pinwheels
The kids will love these in their lunchbox. Vegemite or Marmite depending on your family favourite with cheese makes a great snack or meal if you make them large enough
Chocolate caramel slice
Chocolate caramel slice is an old-fashioned favourite you'll see on every good cake stall. And if you're a big fan of caramel, you can double the quantities and make the caramel layer extra thick!
Chicken and Cashew Tostados
These tasty chicken and cashew tostados are a wonderful way to introduce the joy of Mexican food to kids. They're quick to make and full of nutritious veggies too!
Corn and cheese savoury muffins
These versatile corn and cheese savoury muffins, are the perfect snack for when you're out-and-about. They are delicious for the lunch box, and make a great breakfast too! What's not to love about these 'eat anywhere' bites?
Anzac biscuits with coconut
These chewy Anzac biscuits combine oats, golden syrup and coconut to make a tasty lunch box snack or afternoon treat. Wonderful with a cuppa too!
Peanut biscuits
We know that peanuts are no longer school lunch box friendly, but if your family doesn’t have a peanut allergy then these peanut biscuits make a great after school snack.
Banana mini muffins with cream cheese icing
These banana mini-muffins are a great bites-size snack for grown up parties. The icing is a real hit too and stops the muffin from being too sweet. Or you could just make them for the kids...
No bake coconut and date balls
No bake coconut balls contain just two ingredients and they are super healthy. Pop them into lunch boxes, snack on them after exercise and use them to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Milo Biscuits
These chewy, malty Milo biscuits are a hit with kids, big and small! Bake a batch as an after school snack served with a glass of milk or pop one in a lunch box for a special treat.
Easy pumpkin scones
If you have some leftover pumpkin then you are halfway to having a delicious batch of these Easy pumpkin scones. Just don't tell the kids that you have sneaked veggies into their favourite scones.
Wholemeal teething sticks
These wholemeal teething rusks are baked sticks of goodness for your bub that will save you money and give you peace of mind knowing exactly what's in them.
Rice cake pizzas
These cute little rice cake pizzas make a great snack for the kids and you can even get them to help you make them. We have shown you some exact ingredients but you can create your own with whatever you have in the fridge.
Quick scones
These quick scones are just like Nana used to make! A splash of lemonade and a dollop of cream in the mix and you've got a soft, easy to knead dough that will be in and out of the oven before you can say, butter and jam!
Special Muffins
Make the muffin mix then add whatever you like to make your muffins special.
Butter biscuits with currants
Old fashioned, simple butter biscuits like Nan makes—you really can't beat them! These butter biscuits with currants are great with your morning cuppa or as a handy lunch box filler.
Tutti fruity muesli
The perfect way to start the day is with this toasted muesli. Nuts, seeds and dried fruit pack a nutritional punch while coconut gives a tropical tang. Eat up!
Apple and yoghurt cupcakes
These moist apple and yoghurt cupcakes are topped with an irresistible cream cheese and honey-spiked icing. Perfect as an after-school snack or as a special treat for the lunch box.
Berry fools
A fool is a classic English dessert that combines cream, fruit and meringue. Try this easy Berry Fool that includes marshmallows, strawberries and a grating of chocolate across the top.
Mini quiches with hidden veg
These cheesy mini quiches will be popular with your kids - and they need never know that they are packed full of healthy vegetables that have been pureed and sneakily hidden in the egg and cheese mixture. Yum!
Homemade Cherry Ripe bars
Make your own Cherry Ripe bars at home with this scrummy recipe. You'll save a whole heap of money and this version is much kinder to your waistline than the shop-bought variety. Yum!
Easy five cup loaf
This 5 cup loaf is easy and can be made from ingredients in your pantry. It's a great fallback recipe for when you are out of eggs. Make and slice it for lunch box treats, or just pop it in the oven for afternoon tea.