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Top 7 Healthy Snacks for Kids (Mother-Approved & Additive-Free)

06.12.25 12:40 PM By Likitha

Give children the joy of good taste while giving parents peace of mind.
Healthy Snacks for Kids

Every mother knows the struggle: Kids love snacks. But most snacks in the market are loaded with maida, refined sugar, preservatives, and artificial flavors.

As parents, we want something different — Snacks that are tasty but also nutritious, safe for growing kids, and made from pure, natural ingredients.

That’s where homemade, millet-based snacks come in. At Health Foods by Savithra, our goal is simple: Give children the joy of good taste while giving parents peace of mind.

Here are 7 healthy, mother-approved snack ideas your kids will love — perfect for school tiffin, after-play hunger, or anytime cravings.

1. Millet Laddus — A Healthy Sweet Kids Love

Millet laddus are rich in:

  • Fiber → supports digestion
  • Iron → improves hemoglobin
  • Healthy carbs → long-lasting energy
  • Calcium → stronger bones

Made with jaggery and pure homemade ingredients, they are additive-free, school-safe, and loved by toddlers, children & teens.

👉 Give your child Millet Laddus — safe, nutritious, homemade.

2. Mini Podi Idlis

Mini idlis tossed with nutritious podi and a little ghee make a perfect school snack.

Why it’s healthy:

  • Protein from idlis
  • Immunity-boosting spices
  • Good fats from ghee
  • No preservatives or maida

Kids find it fun to eat, and you can pack it in minutes.

3. Healthy Fruit & Nut Mix

A mix of Almonds, Raisins, Cashews, Walnuts, and Dried dates.

This provides:

  • Instant energy
  • Fiber
  • Good fats
  • Better concentration during school

4. Puliyogare Rice Balls (Lunchbox Favorite)

Using your homemade Puliyogare Mix, make small rice balls for kids.

Why kids love it:

  • Tangy, flavorful taste
  • Easy to eat
  • No messy spills

Why moms love it: Clean ingredients, Zero preservatives, Super quick to prepare.

👉 Try our Puliyogare Mix — school-friendly and delicious.

5. Jujube Fruit Vada (Iron-Rich Sweet Snack)

Indian jujube (Regi) is a forgotten superfruit.

Benefits:

  • Rich in iron
  • Supports immunity
  • Gives natural sweetness
  • Keeps kids active

A healthy alternative to chocolates.

👉 Order Indian Jujube Fruit Vada — a guilt-free sweet for kids.

6. Millet Chikki Bites

If your child loves crunch, this is perfect. Made with Millet flakes, Jaggery, and Ghee.

Benefits: Rich in trace minerals, No refined sugar, Chewy, crunchy texture kids enjoy.

7. Homemade Paruppu Podi Rice (for Evening Hunger)

Mix paruppu podi with warm rice and a little ghee — a simple, nutritious meal.

Benefits:

  • Protein from dal
  • Good fats for growth
  • Easy to digest
  • Calming, comforting food

Better than instant noodles or packaged snacks.

Conclusion

Healthy snacking doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With the right ingredients and a little planning, children can enjoy snacks that are Tasty, Naturally sweet, Additive-free, and Packed with nutrition.

At Health Foods by Savithra, every product is made the way a mother cooks for her own family — pure, clean, and full of love.

Give Your Child Safe, Nutritious, Homemade Snacks

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