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My Four Favorite Snacks

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I’ve become a pretty passionate snacker. Sitting at a desk all day long can get boring and I love to have something to nibble on throughout the day. Plus, I can go from zero to hangry hungry in about sixty seconds. And when I’m hungry, it’s not pretty.

ONE // Apples + Nutella
This is a new favorite that Garrett got me hooked on. He claims it’s healthy because of something to do with glucose mixing with sucrose (no idea, I’m no nutritionist). All I know is that it’s a winning combination. Really anything with Nutella is great… am I right? Probably one of the greater kitchen purchases we’ve made is an apple slicer. It makes an apple (with or without Nutella) an easy snack in a hot second. (I have a permanent retainer on the back of my teeth and eating an apple the normal way always causes problems! Sliced apples are necessary.)
Every afternoon I start thinking about those apple slices dipped in Nutella… I’m addicted!
TWO // Granola Bars

I’ve been a granola bar fan for as long as I can remember. Chocolate Chip and S’mores Chewy bars were essentially the main food group in my diet when I brought my lunch to school. Actually longer than that… you can see a box of them tucked on my shelf in my college dorm room!

They’re still one of my favorite snacks, but my taste has evolved a bit. I’m a big fan of Kind and Clif bars. The KIND Plus Cranberry Almond bars and Wild Blueberry Almond CLIF Organic Trail Mix bars are definitely my two favorites right now. I love to eat them in between meals or on my way to a meeting where I need to be focused and feel great.

THREE // Nourish Snacks

Garrett and I are obsessed with Nourish Snacks. Thank goodness they’re portion controlled because otherwise I would eat my entire weight in them every single day. Garrett’s been known to stash a few in his Barbour coat pockets in case of emergency (aka when he gets hangry). These are my go-to snacks before a yoga class. I hate feeling full doing yoga but I also have to eat beforehand otherwise I have a bad practice.

You really can’t go wrong with any of the flavors, but here are some of my recommendations: Mocha-Mazing, Monkey Love, Miss Popular, Mr. Popular, Ménage-a-mix, Almond to Cherries, and PB Jammin. Basically… all of them! Use “CollegePrep” for 10% off your order!

FOUR // Popcorn

Popcorn for me is a “treat.” I freaking LOVE popcorn. Unfortunately, I have no self-control when it comes to popcorn. Can’t stop, won’t stop. I prefer popcorn popped on the stove, but tend to do microwave (I know, not healthy!!!!) packages. Teddy, oddly enough, loves popcorn too so he gets to nibble on a few pieces. It’s hilarious to hear him smack and crunch.

What’s your favorite mid-day snacks? Anything I should try this week?


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25 Comments

Annie

I swear by Chobani cups midway through the day! They provide the perfect pick me up and are quite filling while being relatively good for you. I also like having Naked smoothies because they are high in fruit value and while they aren't actual food they taste delicious. And finally, I love red, yellow, or orange peppers. Probably one of the few vegetables that I can raw. And while they are delicious raw, I definitely would suggest a little bit of hummus. I am definitely a big snacker and often prefer snacking a little bit throughout the day over larger meals.

Annie N Belle

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Kathryn

The Chobani cups are awesome! My favorite snack is a plain Chobani yogurt, with a banana sliced on top, a big drizzle of honey and some chopped almonds. Yum!

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Ellie

I put popcorn kernels in a brown paper lunch bag and microwave them
You don't get all the nasty chemicals, but it's just as easy.

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Olivia Stieren

Popcorn is my all-time favorite snack! My mom always made it on the stove-top, so now I insist on doing the same. If you don't have a Whirley Pop, get one – makes it so much easier and fun for stove-top popping!

I loooooooove Nutella, but usually eat it with bread…sounds like apples are an even more delicious and healthy option.

Thanks for the great recommendations!

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Taylor Anthony

My favorite snack that I love and is so easy to make: Cucumber sandwiches. They are so simple, you just put small pieces of meant and cheese between two cucumber slices. Healthy & delicious!

I have to say, I am sucker for some nutella though!

Taylor Anthony // Prep, Please! Blog

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Jenny

I looove apples and crunchy peanut butter. And I also have one of those apple slicers, which is a lifesaver! I have a permanent retainer too and it's one of the most annoying things ever to get food caught in there. I also love crackers with hummus and cheese slices 🙂

Jenny
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Champagne Star

I used to eat a lot of chocolate and candy at my desk, but I'm starting to eat more healthy snacks while at work too. I love granola bars, but I have to be careful with Cliff bars, those things are so addictive. Lol you can't eat just one!

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Bekah

They sound like mine!! About the only things I'd add are crackers and cheese or apples and peanut butter 🙂

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Caitlin Cooper

Love these snack ideas! I tend to apples and peanut butter, but now I'll definitely have to try nutella! Otherwise, I love snacking on either a variety of nuts, ritz crackers + cheese, or a raspberry and banana slice mix!

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Caitlin | Your Typical Prep

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Julia D.

I love a small bowl of unsalted almonds mixed with some dark chocolate chips. It is such a yummy combo and I've noticed it always gives me a huge energy burst. I'm also a huge fan of CLIF bars. HUGE.

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Andrea Miller

Great ideas, Carly! I have been so sick of just grabbing a granola bar. I can't wait to try the nutella and apples.

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