When kids return home from school, they are hungry, tired, and craving something tasty. But most evening snack options parents rely on — biscuits, bakery items, chips, chocolates — are often unhealthy.
These snacks often contain:
- Maida
- Refined sugar
- Preservatives
- Artificial colours
- Zero real nutrition
These snacks give a quick energy spike, followed by irritability, fatigue, and more cravings. What children really need after school is real nutrition, slow energy, and something tasty enough that they will enjoy.
Here are healthy evening snacks that nourish kids without maida, preservatives, or junk.
1. Millet Laddus — The Perfect Healthy Sweet Treat
Millet Laddus are one of the best post-school snacks because they satisfy sweet cravings while providing real fuel.
Why they are great:
- Naturally sweetened with jaggery
- High in fiber
- Gentle on the stomach
- Great for immunity
- Full of slow-release energy
- Kid-approved taste
Just one laddu keeps kids full, energetic, and satisfied until dinner — without sugar crashes.
👉 Millet Laddu — mother-made, kid-approved.2. Podi Idli Bites
Kids LOVE bite-sized idlis tossed with Nutritious Podi.
Why this works:
- High protein
- Easy to chew
- Mild spice level
- Enhances digestion
- Makes even fussy eaters happy
Perfect for busy evenings.
3. Banana + Peanut Butter / Jaggery Mix
A clean, wholesome snack that takes 30 seconds to make.
Benefits:
- Rich in potassium
- Good fats for brain function
- Natural sweetness
- Easy on digestion
Ideal for younger and older kids.
4. Puliyogare Rice Balls (Quick & Tasty)
Using Authentic Puliyogare Mix, you can prepare quick tiffin-style balls that kids love to eat with their hands.
- No messy spillage
- Tangy flavour kids enjoy
- No maida, no preservatives
- Easy to carry for activities or tuition
Great for kids with higher appetite.
5. Roasted Makhanas With Ghee
A crunchy, fun alternative to chips. Makhanas are high in magnesium, light on the stomach, non-fried, and naturally gluten-free.
Add a pinch of podi for extra flavour.
6. Vegetable Paratha Rolls
Use wheat or millet flour and roll into bite-sized pieces.
Benefits:
- Balanced carbs + fiber
- Sneaks vegetables into a child’s diet
- Easy to hold and eat
- Very filling
Perfect for active kids.
7. Fruit & Dry Fruit Snack Box
A simple mix of Apples, Grapes, Banana, Dates, Cashews, and Almonds. This helps kids learn to snack on whole foods rather than packaged foods.
Why Avoid Maida & Preservatives for Kids?
Maida & chemicals cause:
- Sugar highs → irritability
- Poor concentration
- Weak digestion
- Cravings
- Weight gain & Low immunity
Kids need real, natural foods for proper growth, focus, and daily energy — not artificial snacks.
Conclusion
Healthy evening snacks don’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. With smart choices like Millet Laddus, Podi Idlis, and Puliyogare Balls, you can nourish your child without spending hours in the kitchen.
At Health Foods by Savithra, we make traditional snacks that are safe, pure, and mother-approved — exactly what growing children deserve.
Want a Healthy Sweet for Your Child?
Millet Laddu — mother-made, kid-approved. Pure ingredients, no chemicals, perfect for evening hunger.
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