7 Back-to-School Lunchbox Snack Ideas Kids Actually Love (and That Keep Them Full Until the Bell Rings)

It’s that time of the year again—new backpacks, fresh pencils, and…the daily lunchbox hustle.

If you’ve ever unpacked your kid’s lunchbox after school only to find their sandwich looking sad and untouched, you know the struggle.

The goal? Easy lunches your kids will actually eat. P.S. These snacks have enough protein and fiber to keep them from getting hangry halfway through math class.

Here are seven kid-approved ideas where the main event gets a boost with the help of our favorite high-protein, crunchy sidekick: Eggmond Chips.

1. Mini Sandwich Skewers + Crunchy Sidekick

Who said sandwiches have to be boring? Cube up whole-grain bread, lean turkey, and cheddar, then slide them onto reusable skewers to have a fun, bite-sized treat. Eggmond Chips give the satisfying crunch of deli-style chips without the added fats and with boosted protein power.

Protein & Fiber Check: 23g protein, 8g fiber (10g of that protein and 6g of the fiber from Eggmond Chips!).

2. DIY Taco Kit + Chips for Scooping

Stack some mini tortillas, grilled chicken, shredded cheese, lettuce and let them be the chef! The autonomy for kids to build their own lunch means they’ll be more likely to eat it. Add a pack of Eggmond Chips on the side as an easy way to scoop up extra chicken or guac to spice the meal up (and make it way less messy.)

Protein & Fiber Check: 28g protein, 9g fiber.

3. Fruit & Yogurt Parfait + Salty Crunch

Greek yogurt layered with berries and granola gives the perfect dessert vibe without the dreaded mid-day sugar crash. Consider adding Eggmond Chips for a perfect salty balance. The mix of sweet & salty helps keep taste buds happy depending on the mood while sneaking in protein and fiber.

Protein & Fiber Check: 23g protein, 11g fiber.

4. Snack Bento Box + Built-In Protein Boost

Think mini picnic: baby carrots, string cheese, a hard-boiled egg, apple slices, and (of course) Eggmond Chips. The secret weapon is variety. Even the pickiest of eaters will nibble their way through everything without realizing it’s healthy.

Protein & Fiber Check: 22g protein, 10g fiber.

5. Homemade Pizza Muffins + Crunch Factor

Whole-wheat muffin base + tomato sauce + mozzarella + pepperoni = delicious cheesy goodness. Can be stored frozen and reheated on the day of for easy, quick meal prep. Then, add chips for the perfect crunchy side. Filling, fast, and feels like a Friday packed in a pizza muffin.

Protein & Fiber Check: 18g protein, 8g fiber.

6. Veggie Dippers + Scoop-Friendly Chips

For kids who are anti-vegetables, try cutting cucumber stars, carrot hearts, and bell pepper flowers (thank you, mini cookie cutters). Fun shapes make dipping and eating more interactive and interesting–even for adults. Serve with hummus and Eggmond Chips for dipping and an extra protein fix.

Protein & Fiber Check: 13g protein, 11g fiber.

7. Chicken & Spinach Wrap + Crunchy Texture

Whole-wheat wrap, grilled chicken, spinach, and a light layer of cream cheese. Throw in some Eggmond Chips for extra protein and crunch to perfect the wrap’s texture. This is perfect for kids who want a “big kid” lunch that is lunchbox-friendly, mess-free, and hits all the right nutritional facts. Our chips make it feel like a treat without undoing the health factor.

Protein & Fiber Check: 27g protein, 9g fiber.

By pairing fun, familiar favorites with high-protein, fiber-friendly sides like Eggmond Chips, you’re turning every lunch into a balanced, kid-approved meal. From the Eggmond team to everyone packing lunches for a little one, we’re wishing everyone a great back-to-school season!

Let us know which pairing is your, and your little one’s, favorite! 

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