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6 Homemade Lunchbox Snacks (Freezer-Friendly Recipes)

Jun 3, 2025 · Leave a Comment

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Looking for easy, homemade lunchbox snacks that your kids will love? These 6 freezer-friendly mini treats are perfect for school lunches or after-school snacks. They taste just like the store-bought versions, but even better because they’re homemade!

six different homemade lunchbox snacks that are freezer friendly to pack for your child's school lunch.
6 Homemade Lunchbox Snacks!

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Packing school lunches doesn’t have to mean prepackaged snacks and rushed, busy mornings. These homemade lunchbox recipes are kid-approved and freezer-friendly, so you can prep them ahead of time and always have a stash ready to go!

From mini muffins to bite-sized brownies and even fun copycat Pop Tarts, these lunch box snacks are a great way to make your child’s lunch feel like a little celebration.

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Plus, you’ll know exactly what’s in these lunchbox snacks with no hidden additives or mystery ingredients, making them a healthy option. Whether you’re trying to save money or just keep things simple and wholesome, these lunch box recipes are better than store-bought.

Let’s get into these 6 homemade packed lunch snacks!

6 Homemade Lunchbox Snacks

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Mini Copycat Funfetti Bites
These Copycat Funfetti Little Bites are a fun, bite-sized treat that’s perfect for kids' lunchboxes, parties, or just as a sweet weekday snack. You can enjoy them as-is or dress them up with vanilla frosting! I like to keep them simple for an easy, packable lunch box option.
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Copycat Little Bites Fudge Brownies
These Copycat Little Bites Fudge Brownies are rich, chocolatey, and just the right size for school lunches. They’re made with real ingredients and are the perfect freezer-friendly treat to satisfy any sweet tooth, making this a great option for your chocolate-lovers!  Plus, they're made with coconut oil (can use olive oil too!), making this a great, healthy snack.
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Little Bites Copycat Mini Blueberry Muffins
This tasty treat is a huge hit with my kids during the school year! Skip the plastic packaging and make these moist, sweet blueberry muffins at home. Made with simple, real ingredients, they freeze beautifully and are so much healthier than the store-bought version.
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Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Lunchbox Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect treat when packing your child’s lunchbox.  Whip up a batch of this delicious cookie dough and freeze the bite-sized cookies in spoonfuls.  You’ll always have the best lunchbox treat at the ready with this delicious recipe!
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Homemade Mini Pop Tart Bites
My kids get so excited to see this sweet treat at lunch time! These Homemade Mini Pop Tart Bites are a delightful, kid-friendly treat that’s simple to whip up and freezer-friendly for easy lunchbox packing! Packed with strawberry preserves and Nutella, this tasty snack beats store-bought versions and is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Copycat Little Bites MIni Chocolate Chip Muffins
This delicious Copycat Little Bites Muffins recipe is the perfect snack for your kid’s lunch box!  Using real ingredients, these mini chocolate chip muffins are bite-sized, making them ideal for a school snack.
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Tips for Packing Homemade Lunchbox Snacks

Packing homemade snacks doesn’t have to be complicated! Here are a few simple tips to keep things stress-free and organized:

1. Use Reusable Containers or Silicone Bags

Opt for small, reusable containers or silicone cupcake liners to keep portions neat and fresh. They’re eco-friendly and help cut down on waste, while keeping everything contained in their lunchbox. 

2. Keep It Cool

Use an insulated lunch bag with a slim ice pack to help keep perishable snacks fresh until lunchtime. You can even place the treats directly into their lunchbox frozen!  They’ve always thawed in time when my kids sit down to eat.

3. Batch Prep for the Week

Bake and freeze a batch of these homemade treats over the weekend so you always have lunchbox options ready to grab. All of these lunchbox snacks that I shared freeze well and thaw perfectly by lunchtime. Or you can place it in the refrigerator the night before to defrost completely by morning.

4. Get the Kids Involved

Let your kids help choose or pack their snacks. It builds independence and increases the chances they’ll actually eat what you send! Bake two or three of these treats together and keep them in the freezer for easy grab-and-go options during the week.

5. Label and Rotate

Label your freezer snacks with the date and rotate older batches to the front. This helps avoid food waste and keeps lunch options exciting.

Looking for healthy lunchbox ideas? Check out this post on 10 Easy Kids Lunch Box Ideas for School! They are super easy to put together and are meals that my kids crave.

Healthy, Homemade, and Ready When You Are

All of these homemade lunchbox snacks can be made ahead and frozen (so they can be kept for a long time!), which means less stress for you.

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Whether you’re packing for picky eaters or just want to skip the artificial ingredients that you find in store-bought snacks, these recipes are here to help you feel more organized and inspired. Be sure to Pin the below graphic to save this post and stock your freezer for later!

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