21 Easy Picnic Snack Ideas for a Perfect Outing

It’s summertime? Are you getting ready for a Picnic?

Who doesn’t love picnics? Picnics are a great way to escape from the daily hectic work. You can relax, enjoy the outdoors, spend some quality time with your family, and get some energetic fresh air for the next day’s work.

Okay… Now, What to eat during those picnic days? SNACKS???

Yes, Snacks are an unavoidable food for a picnic.

Today, I will share some delicious and at the same time easy to prepare snacks to make your Picnic food preparation a breeze! I will try to cover other foods (brunch and dinner) in a separate article. This post is mainly for SNACKS…

While you are planning for a picnic, don’t forget to add some kid-friendly picnic snacks.

Okay, Now let’s see the 21 easy picnic snack ideas…

21 Easy Picnic Snack Ideas

1. Trail Mix

The trail mix is my favorite picnic snack. It’s very portable, customizable, and very healthy too! It gives a lot of energy to spend some time outdoors during those sunny days.

This nutritious snack is easy to make. Davida Lederle of thehealthymaven, shared this healthy trail mix recipe. Head over to her blog and check it out…

As I said earlier, it’s fully customizable. You can do whatever you like to do… You can make it as per your taste and preference. Now, let me give you some ideas to customize it…

Base Ingredients:

In all trail mix versions, you can find these three ingredients. These trios give healthy, nutritious, and tasty snacks for your picnic day…

Nuts: Almonds, cashews, peanuts, walnuts
Seeds: Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds
Dried Fruit: Raisins, cranberries, cherries, apricots, mangoes, banana chips

Sweet Additions:

If you need some sweet taste, I prefer adding the below ingredients.. Again its all up to your taste… So add ingredients according to that…

Chocolate chips, dark chocolate chunks
Yogurt-covered raisins
Dried coconut flakes
Granola clusters
Mini pretzels dipped in yogurt

2. Pretzels

I can say that Pretzels are tasty appetizers… I love the salty and savory taste of this brown textured crispy pleasant cracker. You know one thing… this is also a kid’s favorite one… So go ahead and make some pretzels and pack it for your picnic…

I personally like Sally McKenney’s version of homemade soft pretzels. Hope you too like it…

3. Popcorn

POPCORN!!! It’s a universal snack. Perfect for all types of outdoor or indoor leisure…

Everything you know about this one. A lightweight snack, easy to make, and highly portable. It is a fantastic low-calorie option for snacking outdoors.

I think there is no recipe needed to make popcorn… But if you need one, I would suggest this stovetop popcorn recipe from Cookieandkate blog…

The only drawback of popcorn is it’s not crispy while going outdoors. What to do?

I prefer packing your popcorn with airtight containers or insulated bags.

4. Cheese Crackers

Cheese crackers are my go-to choice for any outdoor picnics. These crisp crackers with salty, cheesy flavors are a delightful combination that perfectly satisfies my salty and savory cravings.

I bet, your kid will love this one. For the recipe, check out Sally’s homemade cheese crackers. This is a travel-friendly snack that requires less preparation and can be enjoyed straight from the package…

5. Veggie Sticks with Hummus

Oh! Veggie sticks… The super easy and quick picnic snack!!!

When served with hummus, it’s a crowd-pleaser. Even kids will love this one.

You can slice any of your favorite veggies… I prefer carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers. For a detailed recipe, check out Paige’s article about veggie sticks with hummus.

6. Fruit Skewers

This is another simple, and super easy-to-make snack. I think no recipe is needed for this one.

You can add whatever fruits you like, though I prefer adding seasonal fruits for easy preparation. Have a look at the fruit skewers recipe on Kristyn’s Lilluna blog.

7. Sliced Apples with Peanut Butter

I love the crispness of apples with the creamy richness of peanut butter! For toddlers and kids, these refreshing apple slices give more nutrition and energy.

No need of any preparation is needed. You can simply cut the apple slices on the spot at the picnic. But need some home preparation to make a peanut butter sauce.

Kristina’s from Forkintheroad shared the detailed apple slices with peanut butter recipe here.

8. Granola Bars

Here comes the most convenient snack, the Granola bars! This quick energy boost snack is a go-to option for every outdoor activity.

This mess-free snack is packed with rolled oats, nuts, and dried fruit. So you can get all the energy (carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats) you need to power through your entire day without feeling tired. Try this simple granola bar from Minimalist Baker…

9. Mixed Spicy Nuts

As with the trail mix, this is another mix combo. But this time NUT NUT and NUT only!

This is a very easy-to-make snack! In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a delicious spicy mixed nuts mix using cashews, almonds, walnuts, and hazelnuts.

We all know that nuts are an excellent source of protein and healthy fats source. So you can get instant energy like granola bars. Justin Winn shared this delicious recipe at realsimplegood.

10. Rice Krispie Treats

Oh! The crispy cereal and gooey marshmallow!!! Who hates it??? Loved by kids and adults alike, these treats are a timeless classic.

They’re quick and easy to make and most importantly ooey gooey delicious. Natasha whipped up a delicious rice krispie treats recipe. Check it out!

11. Mini Quiches

I think mini quiches would be a good choice for a picnic snack.

Basically, mini quiches are a smaller version of a normal one. They’re ideal picnic finger foods or even a quick on-the-go appetizer.

To make this recipe, you can just fill the savory egg tart with some yummy stuff such as eggs, cheese, and maybe some ham or veggies. For a detailed recipe, head over to Meggan’s Culinary Hill blog. She’s shared 4 delicious ways to make this recipe!

12. Cheese Sticks

Cheese sticks are a kid’s favorite picnic snack! Its gooey cheese center and crispy coating make it an all-time kid’s snack. They’re not only delicious but also a good source of calcium for your kids. Head over to Natasha’s blog for her delicious mozzarella cheese sticks recipe.

13. Hard-boiled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs… Another simple and easy-to-make snack. It’s a protein-packed snack that keeps you energized throughout the day!

Jeanine shared the super easy hard-boiled eggs recipe on her blog Loveandlemons. It’s worth visiting…

14. Ants on a Log

Oh! My goodness… Ants on a Log!!!!

This is a classic after-school snack, but an amazing kid-friendly picnic snack too!

It’s super easy to make. Take some celery sticks and fill them with peanut butter. Add some decorations as per your kids taste preferences… Amy has this amazing recipe in her blog healthylittlefoodies. Check it out for a healthy and delicious snack option!

15. Mini Muffins

Mini muffins… These are highly customizable. You can add ingredients as per your family’s taste preference.

Mini muffins are a crowd-pleaser. So, during picnic days, this would be an ideal one to satisfy your entire family.

Karlynn shared this delicious mini muffin recipe on her blog The Kitchen Magpie. Have a look at it, she won’t disappoint you!

16. Yogurt and Fruit Cups

Look at these colorful yogurt cups.. It’s quite delicious right???

The recipe is very simple. YOGURT + FRUITS. A perfect grab-and-go snack on picnic days.

Visit Alida Ryder’s simply-delicious-food blog to get this delicious yogurt and fruit cups recipe.

17. Mini Sandwiches

What about mini sandwiches for a picnic? I love this bite-sized goodness for all kinds of parties. Do you know why? It’s very easy to make.

Plus its a make-ahead recipe. no need spend a lot of time during the hurry burry days. Julia shared these mini sandwich ideas on her recipe blog, appetizeraddiction.

18. Spinach and Feta Pinwheels

Spinach and Feta Pinwheels are a healthier snack. It’s a must-needed one for all…

Making is easy. Just take some flaky puff pastry dough and fill it with a mixture of spinach, feta cheese, and other seasonings. Liz shared the easier spinach pinwheel recipe here.

19. Spicy Edamame

The nutritious and spicy edamame is a good picnic snack idea.

It’s a complete veggie, you know? So, most kids won’t like its taste. If your kids are also in the same boat, try some other snacks I have mentioned above. Check the inspired taste blog to get the complete recipe…

20. Sweet and Spicy Cucumber Slices

Cucumber slices are an easy snack. As I said earlier, I have added only easy-to-make and yet delicious snacks to this list… So this one is a good way to keep you hydrated during the sunny days.

This healthy snack pairs well with dips or some spicy additions. Check out Sara Well’s Ourbestbites blog for this sweet and spicy cucumber slices recipe.

21. Pigs in a Blanket

The last one we are going to see in this list of best picnic snacks is pigs in a blanket!!! Another make-ahead and easy-to-prepare snack for picnic! Here is the recipe from Kristyn.

Final Thoughts,

I have shared 21 easy and delicious picnic snacks to enjoy with your friends or family. Hope you like this article and that you have some picnic snack ideas from these detailed insights.

The above-mentioned snacks are not only delicious but also healthy to keep you energized. But whatever it is, it’s all an idea to choose from. This is not the final one. You have to customize the list as per your taste, availability, and preference.

Pack your picnic snacks ahead and use air-tight containers or insulated bags to keep them fresh. Always keep in mind that kids won’t accept all kinds of snacks. So choose the ones your kids will like…

If you need mothers Day crafts, and dinner ideas, I have covered it in separate section here! Checkout 25 easy DIY Mother’s Day crafts for kids and delicious dinner ideas.

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