5 gourmet snacks to prepare in advance
To organize lunches for the start of the school year, prepare fun and nourishing recipes in advance to be ready for
the start of classes and the return to work. Here are some ideas for snacks that are simple to prepare and will get
an A+ from kids and adults alike.
No-bake protein snack bars
These small bars made with cereals, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, as well as maple syrup, have the advantage of being quick to make and are bake-free. They are also hearty enough to keep you full until the next meal.
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Chocolate and cranberry granola bars
For the lunch box or as an after-school snack, these granola bars are always a winner. For this recipe, you only have to mix nuts, oatmeal, chocolate chips and dried cranberries—all baked in the oven—to obtain these beautiful bites. This delicious recipe is super versatile and can be modified every time you make it.
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Vanilla squash compote
There is nothing simpler to prepare than a compote. This quintessential snack, made of three different varieties of squash, deserves to be recognized. After cooking the squash, vanilla extract, brown sugar, sugar and orange juice, everything is blended together. All that’s left to do is to serve it in a cup or put it in a small airtight container for lunch the next day.
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Peanut butter and banana smoothie
This easy-to-prepare snack has the advantage of being quick and easy. Ideal for busy mornings, this drink can be prepared in just a few steps. Bananas are mixed with egg whites, peanut butter, cocoa and honey. Pour the smoothie into a glass jar and take it with you on the go.
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Apple snack loaf
Time for a tea or coffee break? This tender and fluffy bread made with apples and maple syrup will give you a good reason to take a short pause. Try doubling the recipe and freezing it, just in time for the start of the school year.
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preferences. It’s time to get ahead for the start of the school year!