25 Healthy Road Trip Food Recipes

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Who says road trips need to be all about the junk food? This roundup of Healthy Road Trip Food recipes will help you get started!

We’ve taken our fair share of road trips over the years and I know how challenging it can be to fight off hungry tummies AND avoid the junk food! But over the years, we’ve figured out some ways to make it a little easier and munch on healthy road trip snacks.

Be sure to check out my 7 Tips for a Healthier Road Trip article that I wrote for Produce for Kids to get you started on your way to a healthier road trip yourself! And whether you’re traveling by car, plane or boat, my Vacation Meal Planning post should help you save money and your waistline too!

Doing a little bit of meal planning before you head out can help too! And that includes making up a few of your own, healthier snacks to bring along. I’ve rounded up over 25 Road Trip Snack recipes from other bloggers to help you get started!

Chewy Snack Ideas

Homemade Granola Bars

These soft and chewy Healthy Homemade Granola Bars are made with all natural ingredients and easy to customize with your favorite nuts and dried fruit. The perfect snack for on the go or anytime!

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Ground Beef Jerky from Allergy Free Alaska

Although definitely cheaper than store bought, making your own homemade beef jerky can still be costly. It all depends on the type and cut of meat used. That’s why this ground beef jerky is so popular with my readers. It provides a large quantity of beef jerky, while remaining affordable.

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Easy Homemade Strawberry Fruit Leather from Baked by Rachel

https://www.bakedbyrachel.com/easy-homemade-strawberry-fruit-leather/

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Spicy Sriracha Tofu Jerky from Connoisseurus Veg

This savory and extra spicy tofu jerky is made with oven dried tofu strips flavored with smoky seasonings and fiery sriracha sauce!

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Crunchy Snack Ideas

Dark Chocolate & Cherry Homemade Trail Mix

My Dark Chocolate Cherry Homemade TrailMix is full of protein and nutrient rich nuts and dried fruit like cherries,hazelnuts, cashews, and just a bit of dark chocolate—and more! It’s the perfect combination of salty and sweet!

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Mexican Popcorn from Culinary Ginger

Flavorful Mexican spices are sprinkled over warm, freshly popped popcorn and melted butter and a mixture of tangy, slightly salty cotija cheese and fresh lime zest is added for a lovely taste sensation.

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Pistachio-Chip Trail Mix from Healthy Family Project

This trail mix is a quick fix and makes for a perfect after school snack. Make this recipe ahead time and store in sandwich bags or plastic containers for a snack that travels with you.

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Parmesan Whole Wheat Crackers from Wholefully

Skip the box and instead try your hand at making these whole grain Parmesan Whole Wheat Crackers at home. You’ll never go back to the box!

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Ranch Roasted Cashews from It’s Yummi

Ranch flavored cashews are mixed together with peanuts, dried fruit, and puffed cereal to create a great grab ‘n go snack that will be perfect to have on hand during the holidays!

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Gluten-Free Chex Mix

You will love this great Gluten-free Chex Mix recipe made with Rice and Corn Chex, Gluten-free pretzels, and other goodies. If you’re after a salty, crunchy, delicious treat, this snack mix is the best!

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Granola Recipes (crunchy and chewy!)

Slow Cooker Honey Cinnamon Granola

Slow Cooker HomemadeHoney Cinnamon Granola is super delicious AND nutritious! Makes a big batch to enjoy as breakfast, snack, as a yogurt topping and more!

Cinnamon Maple Granola

Easy homemade granola, flavored with cinnamon and pure maple syrup. A tasty breakfast or snack!

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Healthy Granola with Superfoods

Filled with healthy grains and fruit, this Healthy Granola with Superfoods is great for on the go!

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Protein Energy Bites

No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls

These make-ahead no-bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls taste just like an oatmeal cookie! Filled with nutritious, delicious and protein-filled ingredients, they are perfect for snacks!

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Apple Cinnamon Cookie Energy Bites

Filled with oats, almond butter, and fresh apple, these no-bake Apple Cinnamon Cookie Energy Bites are a healthy snack that’s perfect for all ages!

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Blueberry Almond Oatmeal Bites

Delicious and fruity oatmeal bites are perfect for snacks or top with vanilla or plain yogurt for a tasty breakfast idea!

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PB & J Energy Balls

These no-bake peanut butter and jelly inspired energy balls are a healthy grab and go snack made with dried fruit and nuts!

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Tropical White Chocolate Energy Bars

Tropical White Chocolate Energy Bars are loaded with healthy grains, nut butter, coconut, macadamia nuts and sweet dried fruits all drizzled with white chocolate for a balanced energy bar that is decadently delicious! .

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

5 ingredients are all you need to make these delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls. This easy no-bake recipe is a healthy snack option or even quick fuel for a busy morning.

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Soft and Delicious Snacks

Homemade Granola Bars

These soft and chewy Healthy Homemade Granola Bars are made with all natural ingredients and easy to customize with your favorite nuts and dried fruit. The perfect snack for on the go or anytime!

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Homemade Vegan Protein Bars

How to Make Homemade Vegan Protein Bars without Protein Powder! Easy real food based vegan protein bars that are naturally sweetened, healthy, gluten free, and nut free. So simple and delicious!

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Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins

Healthy cake? Yup! Packed with whole grains, low on the sugar, and totally tasty, these healthy carrot cake muffins are a great breakfast option.

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Cinnamon Pumpkin Seed Muffins

These muffins are gems and are as good at breakfast as they are after school with a cup of hot cocoa. If you can get your hands on some toasted pumpkin seed oil I highly recommend using it here, they give the muffins an undeniable soft crumb and sweet pumpkin flavor.

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Carrot Butternut Whole Grain Muffins

These kid-friendly carrot butternut whole grain muffins are naturally sweetened and totally delicious!

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I hope you enjoy this round up of road trip foods as much as I enjoyed putting it together! I think they would make excellent lunch box additions too, don’t you? Yum!

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