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    Home » Recipes for Toddlers & Kids » Healthy Snacks

    Healthy Savoury Snacks | 30+ Recipes

    Modified: May 10, 2024 · Published: Feb 15, 2023 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    A collage of healthy savoury snack recipes.

    Browse our collection of simple and healthy savoury snacks from vegetable slices to quiches, savoury fritters to nuggets, homemade pies, sausage rolls, muffins and scrolls! Tasty and delicious recipes that are perfect for school lunch boxes or light snacks.

    A collage of healthy savoury snack recipes.

    These kid-friendly savoury snack recipes are so handy for toddlers meals, light dinners and work lunches too, and any leftovers can be frozen for 'grab and go' snacks on the run.

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    • Thermomix & Conventional Savoury Snack Recipes
    • Savoury Slices And Quiches
    • Fritters & Nuggets
    • Pies & Sausage Rolls
    • Muffins & Scrolls

    Thermomix & Conventional Savoury Snack Recipes

    All of the healthy savoury snack recipes featured in this collection have both Thermomix and conventional instructions included in the recipe cards - so you can choose your preferred method.

    To access any of the recipes, simply click on the links below.

    Savoury Slices And Quiches

    Savoury slices and quiches are a great alternative to sandwiches when filling up school lunch boxes. All of these recipes can all be prepared ahead of time and frozen until needed.

    Mini Quiche Lorraine

    These crisp savoury mini quiches are easy on the budget and make excellent little snacks to pop in to lunch boxes, or for simple 'kid-approved' party snacks.

    Mini Quiche Lorraine Recipe
    Mini Quiche Lorraine are delicious, bite-sized morsels with flaky pastry and a tasty filling. They're a kid-approved, quick and easy snack for a lunchbox or nibbles platter!
    5 from 6 votes
    A small round ramekin filled with golden mini quiche lorraine

    Cheesy Egg & Bacon Tortilla Quiches

    For a lunch box snack or light meal, these scrumptious cheesy tortillas are ready in less than half an hour - they also freeze and reheat beautifully!

    Cheesy Egg and Bacon Tortilla Quiches Recipe
    Cheesy Egg and Bacon Tortilla Quiches are made by baking a creamy quiche filling in store-bought tortilla shells - how easy is that?!
    5 from 14 votes
    An overhead picture of two cheesy egg and bacon tortilla shell quiches

    Ham & Corn Mini Quiches

    Mini ham and corn quiches are always popular with the kids as an after school snack or finger food, and are so simple to bake when you need a quick and easy plate of food to share.

    Corn, Ham and Cheese Quiches Recipe
    Corn, Ham and Cheese Quiches are perfect for a snack or lunch boxes. The combination of the crispy puff pastry crust and the fluffy filling with corn, ham and cheese is delicious!
    5 from 3 votes
    Close up image of a Corn, Ham and Cheese quiche in a puff pastry crust on a blue tea towel

    Sweet Potato, Zucchini & Bacon Slice

    Serve this savoury vegetable slice on it's own as a quick snack or lunch box filler, or make it into a more substantial meal by serving with a salad, chicken or BBQ meat. Ready in less than an hour!

    Healthy Sweet Potato, Zucchini & Bacon Slice Recipe
    A healthy Zucchini and Sweet Potato Slice recipe that the whole family will love! This vegetable-packed slice is perfect for a simple lunch or a light midweek dinner.
    5 from 10 votes
    A serve of sweet potato slice topped with a spoonful of relish, on a black plate, with some slice on a fork

    Healthy Carrot & Zucchini Slice

    A perfect way to smuggle some extra veggies in, and also a great way to use up all those zucchini's that suddenly appear from everywhere when they're in season....

    Zucchini & Carrot Slice Recipe
    This healthy Zucchini & Carrot Slice is a simple and tasty midweek meal, with leftovers perfect for lunchboxes! Or make ahead of time and freeze for a quick and easy meal on the run.
    5 from 15 votes
    Savoury slice served on a white plate with some on a fork.

    Rice & Vegetable Slice

    If you're looking for ways to incorporate some extra veggies into your little ones meals, this savoury slice is definitely worth a try - the flavours of cheese and ham will tempt even the fussiest of eaters!

    Rice & Vegetable Slice Recipe
    Healthy, cheesy vegetable slice made with zucchini, carrot, tomatoes, ham, rice and eggs.
    5 from 7 votes
    A vegetable egg and ham slice cut into pieces with cherry tomatoes on top.

    Spinach, Tomato & Bacon Frittata

    Perfectly budget friendly and super easy, you can serve this frittata anytime of the day - even for a healthy breakfast! Keep some in the freezer too, for a 'grab and go' alternative for school or work lunches.

    Spinach, Tomato & Bacon Frittata Recipe
    A creamy and cheesy Spinach, Tomato & Bacon Frittata that takes just 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.
    5 from 15 votes
    A white baking dish filled with an egg mixture, tomatoes, spinach and cheese.

    Zucchini Slice - Family Favourite

    Zucchini slice is just as good served warm or cold, so it's great to pop a piece into a lunch box as an tasty alternative to a sandwich. Add a little container of chutney to dip in as well!

    Zucchini Slice Recipe
    Our quick and easy Zucchini Slice recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is a classic family favourite. This freezer-friendly recipe is perfect for lunch boxes or an easy family dinner.
    5 from 22 votes
    A half-eaten piece of zucchini impossible pie on a blue and white plate.

    Fritters & Nuggets

    As savoury snacks for lunchboxes, a light lunch or easy dinner, fritters make a tempting alternative to a plate of veggies, and homemade nuggets are such a delicious 'fake-away' snack!

    Cheesy Corn Fritters

    Toddler and kid approved by the fussiest of eaters. Serve them on their own or add a side salad, crispy bacon, avocado and sour cream to satisfy the whole family too!

    Cheesy Corn Fritters Recipe
    Deliciously cheesy corn fritters that take just a few minutes to prepare... the perfect healthy snack or lunchbox recipe!
    5 from 7 votes
    A fork with a piece of corn fritter with a stack of fritters in the background topped with sour cream.

    Healthy Zucchini Fritters

    These easy zucchini fritters are high on rotation at my house, and I always stock up the freezer when zucchinis are in season. Simply defrost one or two for a toddler's quick snack or lunch box addition - too easy!

    Healthy Zucchini Fritters Recipe
    Quick & easy 4 ingredient zucchini fritters that are cheesy, healthy and absolutely delicious! The perfect snack or lunchbox recipe.
    5 from 12 votes
    Six vegetable fritters in a stack with sour cream on top.

    Quinoa, Sweet Potato & Zucchini Fritters

    Made with lots of healthy ingredients, these simple sweet potato fritters take just 15 minutes to prep, and are just what you need for an easy vegetarian lunch box snack, or as a vegetable side dish.

    Cheesy Quinoa, Sweet Potato & Zucchini Fritters Recipe
    Deliciously healthy and cheesy Sweet Potato Fritters made with quinoa and zucchini and are ready to eat in just 35 minutes! Serve with sour cream and sweet chilli sauce for a vegetarian meal the whole family will love.
    5 from 7 votes
    Quinoa sweet potato fritters on white plate with fork

    Air Fryer Cauliflower

    This air fryer cauliflower is flavoured with paprika, onion, garlic and lemon, then air-fried to crunchy perfection... ready to enjoy in just 12 minutes!

    Air Fryer Cauliflower Recipe
    Serve crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower with your favourite dipping sauce! Flavoured with lemon, paprika and garlic then air-fried to crunchy perfection!
    5 from 1 vote
    Pieces of crunchy paprika cauliflower.

    Healthy Chicken & Vegetable Nuggets

    A healthy alternative to take away chicken nuggets, make a batch and freeze these little savoury bites. A plate of chicken and veggie nuggets make for tasty snacking!

    Veggie Chicken Nuggets Recipe
    These homemade veggie chicken nuggets are crispy, crunchy and completely delicious! Featuring a juicy chicken mince and vegetable filling and coated in panko breadcrumbs, they are oven baked to crispy perfection and make a healthy addition to any dinner.
    5 from 3 votes
    A bowl of healthy vegetable chicken nuggets.

    Oven Baked Homemade Chicken Nuggets

    Perfect for lunch box fillers, a plate to share, or for kids parties, these oven baked nuggets are ready in 30 minutes, and are such a great way to enjoy healthy 'fake away' snacks.

    Oven-Baked Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe
    Crunchy oven-bake homemade chicken nuggets are a healthier version of everyone's favourite snack!
    5 from 11 votes
    A stack of golden crunchy rectangular nuggets with red tomato sauce in a white bowl.

    Healthy Veggie Nuggets

    Savoury snacks with extra veggies are a bonus, and a healthy alternative to 'take away' as you know exactly what's in them! Great for toddlers as finger food too!

    Veggie Nuggets Recipe
    These 4 ingredient Healthy Sweet Potato & Zucchini Veggie Nuggets are perfect for toddlers and kids! Quick, easy and yum!
    5 from 9 votes
    A plate of panko crumbed vegetable nuggets.

    Healthy Sweet Potato Quinoa Bites

    Little savoury bites that are a healthy hit with the kids! Serve warm or cold - these sweet potato and quinoa bites match perfectly with a bowl of hummus or your favourite dipping sauce.

    Healthy Sweet Potato Quinoa Bites Recipe
    These 3 ingredient healthy Sweet Potato Quinoa Bites take just 10 minutes to prepare and are oven-baked to perfection - ready to eat in just 40 minutes!
    5 from 21 votes
    Little round orange sweet potato patties.

    Pies & Sausage Rolls

    A batch of homemade pies and sausage rolls are so handy to have in the freezer, either for after school snacks for hungry tummies, a light mid-week meal, or a lunch box addition.

    Homemade Sausage Rolls

    Pop one or two of these into lunch boxes for a tasty alternative to a sandwich, they taste just as good cold as served warm. Make a bulk batch to freeze for easy snacks!

    Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls Recipe
    These easy puff pastry sausage rolls are such a family favourite! Freezer-friendly and super quick - this is sure to become your go-to sausage roll recipe.
    5 from 68 votes
    Crispy pork sausage rolls cooling on a wire rack.

    Chicken Sausage Rolls

    With some sneaky veggies included, these chicken sausage rolls make a healthy snack that's a welcome treat for lunch boxes, or served as finger food at the next party!

    Chicken Sausage Rolls Recipe
    Chicken Sausage Rolls are a delicious variation on a much-loved snack. The addition of chicken and vegetables in the filling makes these a healthier version of the classic recipe too!
    5 from 29 votes
    zoomed in image of three chicken sausage rolls on a blue and white plate

    Quick & Easy Lamb Sausage Rolls

    Loved by little ones as well as by 'big' kids, I always keep a batch of these lamb sausage rolls in the freezer for a 'grab and go' snack or lunch box filler (they'll be defrosted by lunchtime). Add a little container of sauce for dipping!

    Quick & Easy Lamb Sausage Rolls Recipe
    You can't go past these quick & easy lamb sausage rolls for a yummy snack or delicious lunch! Plan ahead by making a double batch and popping them into the freezer.
    5 from 17 votes
    Lamb Sausage Rolls

    Classic Beef Sausage Rolls

    The classic beef sausage roll! An all-rounder - perfect for lunch box fillers, after-school snacks, a light meal or party food - just add tomato sauce for dipping!

    Classic Beef Sausage Rolls Recipe
    Everybody’s favourite party food, these easy sausage rolls are quick, comforting and completely delicious!
    5 from 33 votes
    A wire rack with party sized sausage rolls.

    Chicken, Bacon & Cheese Sausage Rolls

    These bite sized snacks are so good - and I've never met a kid that doesn't love sausage rolls! Make a double batch to freeze some, so handy when you need a night off cooking, or a last minute lunch box snack.

    Chicken, Bacon & Cheese Sausage Rolls Recipe
    For the ultimate party food snack, you can't beat a batch of Chicken, Bacon & Cheese Sausage Rolls. Packed full of delicious cheese and bacon flavours encased in golden crunchy, flakey puff pastry.
    5 from 4 votes
    Chicken savoury pastries on a blue tea towel.

    Spinach, Feta & Ricotta Rolls

    A healthy meat-free alternative, these spinach, feta and ricotta rolls are a perfect light snack to pop in for lunch - just add a container or your favourite dipping sauce or chutney.

    Feta, Spinach & Ricotta Rolls Recipe
    These crispy feta, ricotta and spinach rolls made with puff pastry are ready in under an hour and make the perfect work from home lunch.
    5 from 10 votes
    These crispy Feta, Spinach & Ricotta Rolls made with puff pastry are the perfect lunch or light dinner! Make a batch and freeze any leftovers. 

    Spinach & Ricotta Tarts

    Sandwich or crispy tart? I'll take the tart please! Handy as a lunch box filler, these are just as good cold as they are warmed up. They freeze perfectly too!

    Ricotta & Spinach Tarts Recipe
    These 6 ingredient Ricotta & Spinach Tarts made with puff pastry make the most delicious appetisers, party food or simple brunch.
    5 from 8 votes
    Spinach tarts with ricotta and crispy puffed pastry in a bowl.

    Lamb Pasties

    Make your pasties small enough to pop in a lunch box and add a little tub of chutney to dip in for a tasty savoury snack. Also the perfect light lunch or mid-week meal!

    Lamb Pasties Recipe
    Classic homemade Lamb Pasties filled with a minced meat and vegetable filling, and encased in golden, flaky puff pastry, make a simple savoury snack or light dinner that will be on the table in just 1 hour.
    5 from 5 votes
    A golden brown lamb pastie on a stoneware plate with a ramekin of sauce in the background

    Muffin Tray Chunky Meat Pies

    Made with a shortcrust base, and crispy puff pastry on top, these individual chunky meat pies make a fabulous savoury snack....and the smell of them baking is simply amazing.

    Chunky Beef Party Pies (Mini Meat Pies) Recipe
    An Aussie icon, these delicious meat party pies are a must-have at any gathering! Featuring a rich, chunky beef and gravy filling encased in golden, flaky pastry.
    5 from 4 votes
    A beef party pie cut in half.

    Muffins & Scrolls

    Savoury muffins and scrolls are a fantastic alternative to the usual lunch box fare. Plus, the beauty of having some of these in the freezer makes it a breeze to pop in a tasty lunch box treat that will have defrosted by lunch time.

    Savoury Muffins - Ham, Corn & Cheese

    Just one bowl required and extra friendly on the budget, these tasty muffins are just as good warmed up or cold. Or serve with a bowl of soup for a light winters lunch or dinner.

    Savoury Muffins Recipe - Cheesy Ham & Corn Recipe
    A super easy savoury muffins recipe made with ham, corn, cheese and chives... perfect for lunch boxes, as a side to a bowl of soup, or on their own, warm and buttered!
    5 from 83 votes
    A close up of ham, cheese and corn savoury muffins.

    Healthy Ham, Cheese & Zucchini Muffins

    Made with basic ingredients, these savoury muffins make a great snack in lunch boxes or as after-school snacks AND they can be ready in less than half an hour!

    Ham & Zucchini Muffins Recipe
    Our zucchini muffins with ham and cheese are a delicious savoury snack or lunch box treat... plus they're 100% kid-approved and super easy to make!
    5 from 10 votes
    Our zucchini muffins with ham and cheese are a delicious savoury snack or lunch box treat... plus they're 100% kid-approved and super easy to make! #healthy #zucchini #muffins #ham #cheese #thermomix #conventional #recipe #easy #lunchbox #snack #savoury

    Bacon & Cheese Muffins

    Made with basic pantry staples, these Bacon & Cheese Muffins are well and truly kid approved! Make a double batch and freeze some for 'grab and go' lunch box snacks.

    Bacon & Cheese Muffins Recipe
    Whip up a batch of quick and easy Bacon & Cheese Muffins using our famous 6 ingredient savoury muffin recipe. They're the perfect lunch box snack!
    5 from 38 votes
    A cheesy muffin in a white muffin liner.

    Vegetable Savoury Muffins

    Savoury vegetable muffins are always a huge hit in our house. Whether it's with a bowl of soup on a cold day, or popped in a lunch box, they're just as tasty served hot or cold.

    Vegetable Savoury Muffins Recipe
    Healthy vegetable savoury muffins make a deliciously healthy snack for kids and toddlers. With a moist quiche-like texture, these muffins are great for lunchboxes or served with soup.
    5 from 10 votes
    A picture of half a muffin in a yellow paper case on top of a blue and white plate.

    Pizza Scrolls - Ham, Pineapple & Cheese

    Ham, pineapple and cheese - what's not to love about Pizza Scrolls?? A great alternative to sandwiches, and fun to pull apart and eat at lunch time too!

    Pizza Scrolls | Ham, Cheese & Pineapple Recipe
    The easiest pizza scrolls recipe ever!! NO proving time and just 10 minutes prep time. Freezer-friendly, perfect for lunch boxes and kid-approved!
    5 from 10 votes
    Savoury scrolls on a copper wire rack.

    Cheese & Vegemite Scrolls

    Healthy savoury snacks don't get any more popular than these cheesymite scrolls!!! Pull apart scrolls can be popped into lunch boxes frozen, and will be ready to enjoy at lunch time!

    Cheese and Vegemite Scrolls Recipe
    Cheese and Vegemite Scrolls combine the much-loved, classic Australian flavour combination with a soft, fluffy bread dough. You simply can't find an easier and more delicious Aussie lunchbox favourite than these!
    5 from 104 votes
    A pile of cheese and vegemite scrolls.

    Ham & Cheese Scrolls

    Pop frozen ham & cheese scrolls into lunch boxes in the morning, add some fruit and lunch is done! This is a 30 minute recipe with basic ingredients that cannot fail to please!

    "Best dough recipe that I’ve tried." "So easy to make and super yummy." - 5 star Review.

    Ham and Cheese Scrolls Recipe
    Kid-approved Ham and Cheese Scrolls that will be ready to eat in just 30 minutes and are made from 6 basic ingredients.
    5 from 16 votes
    A white fluffy homemade roll with ham, cheese and mayo.

    Spinach & Feta Pinwheels

    These tasty pinwheels combine the crunch of puff pastry with the yummy flavours of spinach and feta. Only 30 minutes to make and bake, they make a quick after-school snack or finger food to share.

    Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry Scrolls Recipe
    Flaky, buttery and completely delicious, spinach and feta puff pastry scrolls are so easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes!
    5 from 19 votes
    puff pastry scrolls filled with spinach and feta on a white stand.

    Cheese & Bacon Rolls

    Delicious eaten straight from the oven, these rolls make a great lunchbox addition as well – and are freezer-friendly too!

    Cheese And Bacon Rolls Recipe
    Savoury cheese and bacon rolls, made from scratch with a deliciously fluffy homemade dough. They are soft, tender and smothered with golden cheddar cheese and pieces of crispy bacon.
    5 from 14 votes
    Round rolls topped with bacon and cheese.

    Soft & Fluffy Homemade Bread Rolls

    You can't beat homemade bread, rolls and scrolls... and these white bread rolls are the softest and fluffiest rolls ever! Once you've baked your first batch, you'll realise how really simple they are to make!

    Soft & Fluffy Homemade White Bread Rolls Recipe
    Our soft and fluffy homemade white bread rolls made with yeast are so simple to whip together - all you need is a mixing bowl and a few basic ingredients. 
    5 from 6 votes
    Our soft and fluffy homemade white bread rolls made with yeast are so simple to whip together - all you need is a mixing bowl and a few basic ingredients.

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