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Melon & crunchy bran pots

Not just for breakfast, this healthy pot of yoghurt, fruit and seeds is a real mid-afternoon hunger booster and ready in 10 minutes

Author: Good Food team

Tutti frutti rounds

No cooking is required for these sweet treats that kids will love to cook - just chop some dried fruits, crush some biscuits and mix them into melted white chocolate and butter

Author: Good Food team

Pretzel popcorn squares

Salty and sweet flavours combine perfectly in these chewy snacks held together with melted marshmallow

Author: Good Food team

Energy bites

Shape a mix of peanut butter, flaxseeds, pecans, raisins and coconut into balls for a healthy, energy-boosting snack

Author: Good Food team

Lighter Scotch eggs

The picnic classic gets a healthy makeover - two thirds of the fat is knocked off by using lentils and lean pork and baking instead of frying

Author: Angela Nilsen

Choc egg lollies

Young and old will love these glitzy egg-shaped lollipops made from chocolate sponge cake

Author: Good Food team

Fish finger torpedoes

A tasty hand-held snack - easy for kids to help make too. You could make a batch for a kids' party

Author: Good Food team

Orange & ginger stained glass biscuits

Kids will love to make these magical Christmas biscuits and hang them with pretty ribbon

Author: Good Food team

Fruity mincemeat with almonds

Give your mince pies an edge this year with a nutty filling - ready in just 20 minutes

Author: Sarah Cook

Parmesan potato skins

Bake up crispy potato skins with cayenne pepper, paprika and cheese then serve with a dip for a movie night nibble

Author: Good Food team

Fresh orange lollies

Use the whole orange for these lollies, rather than just the juice, and with the addition of fresh pear you get extra nutrients. A great healthy treat for summer

Author: Good Food team

Mojito ice lollies

Wow your guests with these refreshing and zesty frozen cocktails, complete with a hint of mint and dash of rum...

Author: Katy Gilhooly

Nutty apple sarnies

Don't reach for the crisps - this healthy fibre- and protein-rich snack will see you through to dinner time

Author: Good Food team

Unbelievably easy mince pies

No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids

Author: Orlando Murrin

Melting chilli bean wraps

A recipe the kids can make up themselves

Author: Good Food team

Proper spicy pot noodle

The perfect snack for you or the children - ready in minutes

Author: Good Food team

Homemade Cajun tortillas

Oven bake flour tortillas into crunchy chips flavoured with traditional Louisiana spices and serve with dip

Author: Good Food team

Crispy chocolate fridge cake

Packed with biscuits, sultanas, puffed rice and lots of chocolate, these refrigerator bars are ideal for a kids' party

Author: Good Food team

Barney's roly poly mince pies

These aren't really pies - they're more like Catherine wheels or miniature Danish pastries and are great fun for Christmas

Author: Barney Desmazery

Starry toffee cake squares

These cakes are fun for the kids to make and ultra-cute to look at too

Author: Good Food team

Strawberry & Prosecco ice lollies

These zingy frozen cocktail lollies are the perfect way to start any party, with sparkling wine, fresh fruit and elderflower cordial

Author: Katy Gilhooly

Strawberry milk pops

Homemade ice lollies are healthier and cheaper than shop-bought. These are as creamy as ice cream but lower in fat

Author: Good Food team

Beetroot & chilli salsa

Use seasonal summer produce in this vegetarian beetroot salsa for a quick dip that's good for sharing. It also adds a bit of colour to your party spread

Author: Miriam Nice

Barney's roly poly mince pies

These aren't really pies - they're more like Catherine wheels or miniature Danish pastries and are great fun for Christmas

Author: Barney Desmazery

Barney's roly poly mince pies

These aren't really pies - they're more like Catherine wheels or miniature Danish pastries and are great fun for Christmas

Author: Barney Desmazery

Dark chocolate, banana & rye loaf

We've adapted swimmer Jazmin Carlin's favourite muffin recipe into a loaf that's free from unrefined sugars, flours and dairy. A great snack for on the go

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Piña colada ice lollies

These easy-to-make alcoholic ice lollies are guaranteed to put you in a weekend mood, with white rum and creamy coconut...

Author: Katy Gilhooly

Nutty apple sarnies

Don't reach for the crisps - this healthy fibre- and protein-rich snack will see you through to dinner time

Author: Good Food team

Chinese spiced seed mix

Snack on these moreish sunflower and pumpkin nibbles, a healthier choice for a night in front of the television

Author: Good Food team

Chilli & fennel frosted nuts

Give an edible present this Christmas like these moreish frosted nuts with chilli. Present them in gift bags, or serve them with drinks at a festive party

Author: Cassie Best

Reindeer food

Let the kids create a snack for Rudolf and his hard-working reindeer team. This crunchy granola also makes a delicious breakfast on Christmas morning

Author: Miriam Nice

Salted fruit 'n' nut bark

This super-simple slab of swirled dark and white chocolate is studded with chopped mixed nuts and dried fruit - break into chunky shards and pop in a homemade hamper as an edible gift

Author: Cassie Best

Scandi cheese & crackers

This healthy snack is perfect for combating the 4 o'clock slump

Author: Good Food team

Sweet potato and kale crisps with garlicky dip

Bake up some bulk batches of these super easy sweet potato crisps for party goers to nibble on and pair with our addictive and creamy garlic dip

Author: Jennifer Joyce

Carrot hummus with pitta dippers

Get kids aged 3-6 involved in the kitchen by helping them make this moreish, healthy snack

Author: Good Food team

Chilli & fennel frosted nuts

Give an edible present this Christmas like these moreish frosted nuts with chilli. Present them in gift bags, or serve them with drinks at a festive party

Author: Cassie Best

Pimm's ice lollies

A splash of fruity Pimm's turns these refreshing strawberry, cucumber and mint lollies into a grown-up treat

Author: Edd Kimber

Tutti frutti rounds

No cooking is required for these sweet treats that kids will love to cook - just chop some dried fruits, crush some biscuits and mix them into melted white chocolate and butter

Author: Good Food team

Baked camembert

Oven-cook your favourite soft cheese until gooey for this last-minute crowd-pleaser. An easy recipe for a dinner party or when entertaining at Christmas

Author: Good Food team

Flowerpot bread

Baking homemade bread is a chance for children to get involved in the kitchen, and flowerpots just add to the fun

Author: Cassie Best

Sweet popcorn

Make a batch of sweet popcorn for a home movie night. It's a great snack for sharing, or divide into paper cones to avoid bickering!

Author: Liberty Mendez

Orange & ginger stained glass biscuits

Kids will love to make these magical Christmas biscuits and hang them with pretty ribbon

Author: Good Food team

Thyme & caramelised onion mini Scotch eggs

Making these mini Scotch quail's eggs is well worth the effort, best enjoyed warm with a sprinkling of flaky sea salt. The perfect party food!

Author: Cassie Best

Unbelievably easy mince pies

No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids

Author: Orlando Murrin

Oaty energy cookies

Get your children in the kitchen to bake a batch of these simple biscuits from CBeebies' 'i can cook'

Author: Good Food team

Dried fruit energy nuggets

Give your energy levels a real boost with these nutritionally-balanced healthy fruit bites

Author: Good Food team

Melting chilli bean wraps

A recipe the kids can make up themselves

Author: Good Food team

Unbelievably easy mince pies

No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids

Author: Orlando Murrin

Apricot, honey & pistachio flapjacks

These tasty treats will keep you in the kitchen for just five minutes

Author: Good Food team

Thyme & caramelised onion mini Scotch eggs

Making these mini Scotch quail's eggs is well worth the effort, best enjoyed warm with a sprinkling of flaky sea salt. The perfect party food!

Author: Cassie Best