You’d be hard-pressed to find a parent who isn’t a fan of Costco snacks, especially one who makes school lunches every day (they don’t warn you about that in baby classes!). In recent years, Costco has become the go-to place for healthy snacks in bulk. Need some shelf-stable lunch box options? Check! How about energizing, convenient goodies for after soccer practice? Check!
As a pediatric dietitian, I’m always on the hunt for snacks with simple ingredients and minimal amounts of processed sugar. Luckily, Costco carries a variety of nutritious packaged options that fit the bill (some containing nuts, so be sure to skip these if schools or extracurriculars prohibit them). Here are some of my favorites.
Great Packaged Costco Snacks for Kids
Skinny Pop Popcorn
For kids age 4 and up, these single-serving bags of popcorn are perfect for tossing into backpacks or serving as an after-school snack. Popcorn is a great source of whole grains and fiber, and when paired with some protein or healthy fats, it makes a balanced snack that keeps kids satisfied until dinnertime.
Skinny Pop Popcorn ($16.99)—Buy Here!
Kirkland Organic Applesauce Pouches
Do your kids always come home from school with a cold? You’re in luck! Apples are an excellent source of vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports the immune system. What’s more, these pouches are a convenient and shelf-stable travel snack, easy to keep in your purse or diaper bag.
Kirkland Organic Applesauce Pouches ($12.99)—Buy Here!
Made in Nature Organic Goji Berries
These small, chewy dried berries have a sweet-tart flavor that's fantastic for mixing into yogurt, cottage cheese, oatmeal, or trail mix. Just a quarter cup provides 4 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber. Offer them to older kids (age 4 and up), but be cautious with toddlers and younger kids as they could be a choking risk.
Made in Nature Organic Goji Berries ($39.99)—Buy Here!
Kirkland Signature Variety Snacking Nuts
Peanuts, almonds, and cashews, oh my! These individually packaged nuts are a healthy source of protein and fat. For an energizing snack that’s sure to fuel your kiddos, nuts pair well with fresh fruit and Greek yogurt. Just remember not to give whole nuts to kids under 4 as they pose a choking risk for littles.
Kirkland Signature Variety Snacking Nuts ($16.99)—Buy Here!
Simple Mills Almond Flour Crackers
They’re crunchy, slightly salty, and delicious–everything you want in a cracker! With 8g of healthy fat and 3g of protein per serving, throw a few handfuls into a reusable snack bag and you're sure to satisfy any hangry child.
Simple Mills Almond Flour Crackers ($12.99)—Buy Here!
BEAR Fruit Rolls
Aren’t all kids obsessed with snacks you can unfurl? Made from dried fruits and black carrot extract, these fruit rolls contain no added sugar and have a similar texture to fruit leather.
BEAR Fruit Rolls ($9.99)—Buy Here!
Sun-Maid Raisins
These naturally-sweetened dried grapes are perfect for lunchboxes! Not only are raisins rich in fiber and antioxidants but they contain brain-supporting iron, too.
Sun-Maid Raisins ($12.49)—Buy here!
Cheerios
Did you know that Cheerios are an excellent source of iron? This whole-grain snack contains more than 12 mg of iron per serving! Served with Greek yogurt or milk, Cheerios make a great snack or breakfast.
Cheerios ($9.99)—Buy here!
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