When the snack craving strikes, ever thought about leaving those same old store-bought options behind? We’ve got something exciting for you – 15 homemade treats that beat the commercial stuff hands down.
From crispy air fryer zucchini chips to spicy seasoned pretzels, get ready for snacks that are a league above the rest. Time to kick boring to the curb and embrace tastier, healthier, and downright delicious snacking!
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Air Fryer Maple Cinnamon Apple Chips
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Experience homemade apple chips in minutes with the air fryer. A healthier alternative to processed snacks, these chips are your new go-to!
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Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
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Meet your new addiction: garlic-flavored air fryer zucchini chips. No breading, just crispy goodness—your perfect guilt-free snack.
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BBQ Roasted Chickpeas
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Trade those bagged chips for crispy roasted BBQ chickpeas. A savory and healthy snack option that’ll satisfy your cravings.
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Buffalo Sauce Beef Jerky
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Elevate your snacking with homemade buffalo sauce beef jerky. Flavor-packed, healthier, and wallet-friendly. Control the ingredients in your jerky by making it yourself!
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Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Bites
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Fall vibes in every bite! Energize with pumpkin spice chocolate chip bites—an irresistible and nutritious treat that beats any store-bought protein bar.
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Nutella Cookie Dough Balls
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Indulge without the guilt with no-bake Nutella cookie dough balls. All the flavor, minus the calories of a traditional candy bar.
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Eggplant Jerky
![Eggplant jerky with seasonings on a wire rack.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/eggplant-jerky-1.jpg)
Meet your new snack obsession: easy eggplant jerky. This isn’t a jerky you’ll find on a gas station shelf but same crave-able texture with a healthy vegetable twist. Homemade, customizable and you can even share it with your pup!
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Cinnamon Crunch Chickpeas
![Cinnamon crunch roasted chickpeas in a bowl with more scattered around.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/cinnamon-crunch-roasted-chickpeas-1.jpg)
Satisfy your cereal cravings with cinnamon toast crunch roasted chickpeas. Healthier snacking, same delightful crunch.
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Plantain Chips
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Crispy baked plantain chips satisfy any salty craving in a healthier way than an a bag of store-bought chips — a crunchy delight perfect for salsa dipping or solo munching.
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Snap Pea Crisps
![Spicy Homemade Snap Pea Crisps on a white plate with parsley garnish and hummus on the side for dipping.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Spicy-Homemade-Snap-Pea-Crisps-3.jpeg)
Elevate your snacking game with seasoned snap pea crisps. Cheesy coating and bold spices make store-bought snacks pale in comparison.
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Spicy Seasoned Pretzels
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Spice up your snack routine with homemade spicy seasoned pretzels. Dive into guac, salsa, or hummus like never before. No weird preservatives or natural flavoring involved, just easy pantry spices you have on hand!
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Homemade Chocolate Granola Bars
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Customize your chocolate granola bars to perfection—no added sugar, just nutritious gluten-free goodness.
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Chewy Cherry Oat Bars
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Chewy cherry oat bars: the ideal blend of snacking and workout fuel. Drizzle with chocolate for extra delight!
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Garlicky Kale Chips
![Garlicky kale chips in a small white bowl.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/garlicky-kale-chips-1.jpg)
Crave-worthy garlicky kale chips—coated in mouthwatering seasoning, these are the ultimate crunchy snack and don’t cost a fortune unlike small store-bought bags.
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Lamb Jerky
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Step up your snacking game with homemade lamb jerky. Oregano, soy sauce and other spices create a tasty twist on a classic high-protein snack.
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