100+ Healthy Gluten Free Snack Recipes
The Best Gluten Free Snacks for kids and adults don’t have to be complicated or boring. And they can be healthy too! They are exactly what you need for satisfying the afternoon munchies or nighttime tummy rumbles. Many are even perfect for packing in a lunchbox. Get some new ideas with over 100 gluten free snack recipes!
Over 100 Healthy Gluten Free Snack Recipes
Since most of these recipes don’t require any special ingredients, these easy gluten free snacks are perfect for everyone. Gluten free doesn’t have to be difficult, and it can be healthy, even when you are trying to satisfy that hunger that pops up in between meals. Most of these snack recipes are kid-friendly too. So they are perfect to pack in lunchboxes or to give the kids as an after school snack.
When you are buying prepackaged snacks, you have to make sure you are reading all of the labels to ensure that you are not buying foods with gluten, because it can be sneaky.
When you make your own snacks, you have much better control over what’s going into them. Of course, you’ll have to take a look at the ingredients for what you are putting in your recipes. But when you start with basic gluten free food like fruit, vegetables, plain yogurt, peanut butter, and other whole foods, the chance of finding hidden sources of gluten is much lower.
What are some gluten free snack ideas?
- Energy bars and granola bars – when you combine ingredients like dried fruit, gluten free oats, nut or seed butters, and other favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, and superfoods such as chia seeds or flax seeds, you get easy, portable snacks that are always a hit.
- Puddings and parfaits – layers of healthy pudding hacks, yogurt, fruit, granola, or whatever else you want to pile in there make these customizable to what everyone loves.
- Gluten free baked goods – once you get started with some simple recipes, you’ll see gluten free baking isn’t that scary. And things like muffins, breakfast bars, snack cakes, and healthy cookies aren’t just for breakfast or dessert. When you pack them with wholesome ingredients, they even make satisfying snacks.
- Crackers and chips – classic crackers with a gluten free twist, or made from things like cheese and veggies and even gluten free bagels, these are the recipes you need when you are craving something crunchy or salty.
- Sweet or savory energy balls and snack bites – wholesome ingredients can be combined to make fun finger food, whether sweet or savory.
- Sweet dips for fruit – sweet yogurt dips and sneaky flourless cookie dough or dessert hummus dips make fresh fruit taste even better.
- Savory dips for veggies or chips – hummus and bean dips, Greek yogurt dip recipes, and healthier alternatives to the dips and dressings from the store are perfect for dunking veggies and even some of those chips and crackers from the recipes in this collection.
- Snack mix recipes – trail mix, snack mixes, flavored nuts, seasoned popcorn and more are the perfect thing for snacking by the handful.
- Fruit and vegetable snacks – of course, fruits and veggies are naturally gluten free snacks, but they are even better when you dress them up in fruit salads, veggie bites, apple nachos, and other fun snacks.
Check out all of the gluten free snacks…
100+ Healthy Gluten Free Snack Recipes
Satisfy the munchies with these healthy and delicious gluten free snacks.
Keep scrolling to find easy recipes for:
· Gluten Free Granola Bars and Energy Bars
· Gluten Free Pudding and Parfait Recipes
· Gluten Free Baked Treats
· Gluten Free Crackers and Chips
· Sweet and Savory Gluten Free Balls and Bites
· Sweet Dips for Fruit
· Savory Dips for Veggies or Chips
· Gluten Free Snack Mix Recipes
· Healthy Fruit Snacks
· Veggie Snack Ideas
Gluten Free Granola Bars and Energy Bars
When you combine healthy ingredients and superfoods into bars that you either press in a pan or bake till golden, you get easy, portable snacks that are always a hit.
No-Bake Apricot Chia Energy Bars
Sweet, chewy, and have only six ingredients. Besides being gluten free, it is also vegan, peanut- and tree nut-free, making them the perfect healthy no-bake snacks to pack in a lunch box as an allergy-safe snack for school or camp.
Honey Nut No-Bake Granola Bars
Wholesome, tasty, and easy to prepare, taking less than ten minutes to mix up and press into the pan. Plus they are packed with whole grains and protein, and tons of sweet and nutty flavors.
Banana Nut Bread No-Bake Energy Bars
Pack the sweet flavor and crunch of a classic banana nut bread recipe into perfectly portable healthy no-bake snacks that are packed with superfoods.
Cherry Chocolate Almond No-Bake Granola Bars
The kids want to find chocolate bars in their lunch boxes and you want to pack healthy snacks. Meet in the middle with this wholesome sweet treat that will satisfy a sweet tooth, but still has tons of nutrition.
Double Chocolate Cherry Pistachio Energy Bars
Chewy chocolaty bars dotted with bits of pistachio and white chocolate. When you need an on-the-go, portable snack, or even a healthy treat, whip up a batch of these tasty bars.
Cranberry Maple Pumpkin Spice Granola Bars
Sweetened with maple syrup and bursting with oats, nuts, dried cranberries, and the warmth of pumpkin pie spice. Make a batch of these chewy bars for a delicious healthy snack that you can pack in a lunchbox for work or school, or take along for an afternoon at the park or on a hike.
Banana Caramel Cashew No-Bake Energy Bars
Super simple to make and super sweet, but are made with nutritious ingredients, like banana, dates, cashews, and flax seed. And even without added sugar, it totally tastes like caramel, especially with the creamy, buttery flavor of cashews and the sweetness of the ripe banana.
Mango Coconut Chia No-Bake Energy Bars
The mango gives them a bit of exotic flair, and the coconut makes them almost creamy. The combination is just luscious! Then besides the fiber and omega-3s, the flax seeds and chia seeds also add a bit of crunch.
Cherry Lime Chia No-Bake Energy Bars
Sweet and zingy and loaded with superfood deliciousness! They’re gluten free, nut free, and dairy-free/vegan, made in just a few minutes, and without turning on your stove or oven.
Cherry Crumble No-Bake Energy Bars
For delicious dessert-like goodness, start with a standard energy bar base of dried fruit and dates, and make a mock “streusel” topping from dates, nuts, and oats.
No-Bake Nut-Free Granola Bars
An easy no bake snack filled with indulgent chocolate and coconut flavors, but not loaded with sugar.
Banana Nut Bread Granola Bars
A chewy, slightly sweet granola bar with flavors reminiscent of classic banana nut bread.
Chewy Trail Mix Granola Bars
Perfect for lunchboxes, trips to the park, long car rides, or to power the kids (and yourself) through busier days. These healthy no-bake snacks have dried fruit, whole grains, and seeds, but they’re nut free, dairy free, and gluten free.
3-Ingredient Cranberry Pistachio Energy Bars
It couldn't be easier to simply combine three ingredients in your food processor, pulse until it is broken down, and form them into bars. You can use any combination of nuts, dried fruit, and dates.
Gluten-Free Trail Mix Bars
A healthy and hearty DIY snack bar recipe that is filled with nuts, dried cranberries, seeds and a whole lot of protein!
Mango Coconut Almond Paleo Protein Bars
These no bake protein bars are balanced with flavor and easy to digest. Made with natural sugars, healthy fats, and complete protein. Great for travel, pre/post workout fuel, breakfast, or healthy snacks.
Fig and Strawberry Cashew Bars
A sweet and crunchy bar perfect for an on the go snack or a little munchie to hold me over for dinner.
Gluten Free Pudding and Parfait Recipes
Layers of healthy pudding hacks, yogurt, fruit, granola, or whatever else you want to pile in there make these customizable to what everyone loves.
Chocolate Pudding Snack Hack
Kids want dessert, but you prefer to give them something healthy? Then ditch the mix, forget the sugar, and don’t heat the stove or oven with this easy hack.
Triple Berry Coconut Chia Pudding Parfaits
Get superfood energy and plenty of berries in a sweet treat that tastes like a rich and creamy dessert is actually good for you.
Sunrise Tropical Fruit Salad with Coconut Chia Cream
Transport yourself to paradise. Just layer your favorite tropical fruits and a creamy topping for a fun, pretty, and healthy fruit salad.
Apple Crisp Yogurt Parfaits
With creamy yogurt, crisp apples, and cinnamon-y apple granola, get all the spices and fresh apple flavor of that favorite fall dessert, but in a wholesome, satisfying snack.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Parfaits
A fun and yummy way to enjoy everyone’s favorite pairing of PB&J with layers of Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, a few spoonfuls of peanut butter and jelly, and crunchy peanut butter and jelly granola with bits of dried strawberries.
Banana Berry Cheesecake Greek Yogurt Quinoa Parfaits
Layers of naturally sweetened banana cheesecake yogurt, fresh berries, and nutty quinoa give you a delicious and satisfying dose of fruit, whole grains, and protein.
Sticky Bun Chia Seed Pudding
Creamy chia seed pudding topped with an easy sticky bun nut topping.
Gluten Free Baked Goods
Once you get started with some simple recipes, you’ll see gluten free baking isn’t that scary. And things like muffins, breakfast bars, snack cakes, and healthy cookies aren’t just for breakfast or dessert. When you pack them with wholesome ingredients, they even make satisfying snacks.
Gluten Free Carrot Zucchini Mini Muffins
A favorite way to get the kids devouring their veggies. Sweetened only with a bit of maple syrup, loaded with vegetables, and made with a simple blend of gluten free flours, these a bite-sized snack you can feel good about feeding the kiddos.
Cinnamon Apple Quinoa Breakfast Bars
A healthy whole grain and protein-packed snack you can make ahead and grab on the go. Packed with oatmeal and quinoa, plus tons of tender apples and crunchy walnuts.
Gluten Free Banana Snack Cake with Greek Yogurt Cream Cheese Frosting
You don’t need a ton of sugar to make a super moist and sweet after-school snack or healthier treat. Every little monkey will love this.
Mini Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Muffins
Enjoy the sweet trifecta of bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate in a healthy treat. This mini muffin recipe is gluten-free, uses no refined sugar, and is great to have on hand.
Flourless Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Moist and tender and full of super-secret, super healthy ingredients. Pack some extra veggies, fiber, and protein into those kiddos (or yourself) and treat everyone to chocolate.
Jam Thumbprint Breakfast Cookies
Who wouldn’t want cookies for breakfast? But you can feel good knowing these are filled with healthy ingredients.
Pumpkin Quinoa Breakfast Bars
The autumn flavors you love, plus plenty of protein and whole grains. As it bakes, your house will be filled with the warm pumpkin spice aromas of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, and they are perfect to make ahead and pack on the go.
Flourless Almond Blueberry Mini Muffins
A simple snack or bite-sized breakfast treat that’s naturally gluten-free and packed with healthy ingredients. Just a hint of almond and banana, and bursts of blueberry, and the perfect sweetness from the maple cream cheese glaze.
Flourless Oatmeal Nutella Pumpkin Muffins
Healthy and naturally gluten free mini muffins packed with pumpkin and chocolate hazelnut flavor.
Gluten Free Pumpkin Snack Cake
Made with oat flour and almond meal (and not a bunch of weird gluten free flours), and even with sugar free or no refined sugar options, you can treat everyone to something healthy and yummy.
Sweet Potato Banana Bites
Just four main ingredients and make a great snack for both kids and adults. And you can even add your favorite mix-ins.
Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bars
These simple quinoa breakfast bars are packed with protein and whole grains, naturally sweetened, gluten free, and contain zero oil or butter, and the recipe is so flexible.
Healthy Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Wonderfully moist and fluffy vegan muffins bursting with poppy seeds and lemon flavor. The perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies
These will win major awards att snack time for being quick and gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and refined sugar-free, but tasting like a legit soft and cakey carrot cake cookie.
Clean Eating Banana Blueberry Cookies
There's the natural sweetness from the banana and blueberries, and walnuts add a nice crunch and some added protein.
Peanut Almond No-Bake Cookies
Buttery, sandy and just a little sweet, these are a nice, protein packed snack
Gluten Free Crackers and Chips
Classic crackers with a gluten free twist, or made from things like cheese and veggies and even gluten free bagels, these are the recipes you need when you are craving something crunchy or salty.
Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips
The key to making a real good chip out of zucchini is all in how you slice it. And these are crisp with a tangy flavor.
Microwave Chipotle Sweet Potato Chips
Ready in no time and cook crispy in the microwave. Dust with a homemade chipotle spice blend and enjoy.
Black Sesame and Wild Rice Crackers
A delicately thin, ultra-crispy cracker that’s just a little bit toasty.
Baked Vegan “Cheese” Crisps
These delicate crisps might look like crackers, but they are actually much closer to potato chips in texture. Even though you might not guess because of their cheesy flavor, these crunchy bites of perfection are vegan; their cheese-like flavor comes from a bit of nutritional yeast.
Apple Pie Spiced Apple Chips
Make them in the oven or break out that old dehydrator.
Gluten-free Cinnamon Raisin Bagel Chips
A combo of sweet and salty, these gluten-free bagel chips are perfect to pack in lunches or backpacks for a mid day snack.
Baked Cheddar and Parmesan Crisps
Quick and easy with just five minutes of prep. Make either type when you are craving something crunchy.
Keto Cheese Crackers
Just as delicious as the traditional store-bought kind! Nobody will believe that these are low-carb, gluten-free and grain-free.
Healthy Baked Carrot Chips
Get your crunchy chip fix that is naturally sweet, turns crisp, and packs in veggies. Easy to make and easy to love.
Homemade Potato Chips
Just potatoes, salt, and your microwave are all you need. No oil, better for you, simple, and so delicious too.
Sweet and Savory Gluten Free Balls and Bites
Wholesome ingredients can be combined to make fun finger food, whether sweet or savory.
Nut-Free Apple Cinnamon Energy Balls
You only need four ingredients and a few minutes to make this easy, nut-free snack kids love that tastes like a sweet and sticky caramel apple.
Cherry Chocolate Chip Energy Balls
These tasty little treats have a sweet cherry flavor, a pretty pinkish color, and busts of mini chips.
Funky Monkey Energy Balls
The chocolate and peanut butter fix you crave (plus a dose of banana for good measure) in a quick and easy snack with only 8 ingredients.
Cheesy Quinoa Veggie Bites
Easy to make with only four ingredients, and the recipe can be customized to whatever leftover or frozen veggies you have on hand. You’ll love that they are packed with plenty of vegetables, whole grains, and protein, and the kids will love that they are packed with cheese.
Cranberry Almond Energy Balls
Only four ingredients in these sweet and nutty snacks.
Apricot Coconut Energy Balls
Pack these tasty bites with exotic flavors nobody can resist and roll them in coconut to make them even more fun.
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Spice Energy Balls
Add the flavors of pumpkin and warm cinnamon and nutmeg, plus bursts of mini chocolate chips to your favorite healthy no-bake snacks.
Chunky Monkey Energy Balls
Inspired by a favorite ice cream flavor, these are loaded with chunks of dark chocolate and walnuts, sweet bananas, and a few superfoods.
Cheesy Quinoa Spinach Artichoke Bites
Turn your favorite hot spinach artichoke dip recipe into a healthy, whole grain finger food for an easy snack. Heat up some tomato sauce for dipping.
Pineapple Coconut Energy Balls
These have a sweet and delicious burst of tropical flavor.
Healthy Peanut Butter Buckeyes
Full on peanut buttery goodness minus the guilt. These naturally sweetened, protein-rich snacks are irresistible and highly addictive.
Almond Butter Quinoa Snacks
A healthy snack packed with ingredients you can feel good about. If the taste of these delicious bad boys doesn’t sell you, then the nutrition information will.
Quinoa Pizza Bites
Super easy to make and freezer friendly. These yummy little bites are made with quinoa, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese and a dash of spices. Keep extras in the freezer to microwave and dip in your favorite sauce for a quick snack.
Vegan Cookie Dough Peanut Butter Bites
Stuffed with peanut butter and are full of chocolate chips! You would never know they’re secretly healthy.
Sugar Free Peanut Butter Truffles
It literally takes minutes to whip these together and all you have to do is refrigerate them. They taste decadent but they are loaded with good for you fats, gluten free oats, a few sweet dates, and creamy, ripe banana.
Sweet Dips for Fruit
Sweet yogurt dips and sneaky flourless cookie dough or dessert hummus dips make fresh fruit taste even better.
3-Ingredient Healthy Fruit Dip
Made with yogurt, honey, and peanut butter, this is the easiest of snacks! You will love how many more servings of fruit your kids will eat when there’s a little fruit dip involved.
Savory Dips for Veggies or Chips
Hummus and bean dips, Greek yogurt dip recipes, and healthier alternatives to the dips and dressings from the store are perfect for dunking veggies and even some of those chips and crackers from the recipes in this collection.
Roasted Garlic Eggplant Dip
Roasted eggplant is pretty amazing by itself, but blend it together with roasted garlic and you have a dip that makes everything taste better.
Mexican Fiesta Black Bean Hummus
Traditional hummus meets a crazy Mexican party. It’s creamy and satisfying, yet kicky and fun - an all-around crowd-pleaser
Roasted Hatch Chile Spicy Hummus
When Hatch chiles are in season, celebrate the flavor with a dip for those who like it hot! And if you don’t like too much heat, you are in full control of the level of spice.
Creamy White Bean Dip
A delicious and versatile dip that comes together in a pinch! Made from creamy white beans, garlic, and lemon. It also doubles as a creamy spread for sandwiches, pizza, you name it.
Smoky Chipotle Hummus
Add a little smoky flavor to your basic hummus. It’s perfect to serve to guests, but is also a great family treat any day of the week.
Supriya Kutty says
Great post and very helpful as well. Thanks for sharing these awesome collections of snack ideas as now I can take the different snacks to my office and vanish my hunger as well as stay fit. I would like to share this post with my friends too. Keep posting such great snack ideas.
Brianne Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
You’re very welcome! I hope you enjoy the snack recipes.
vikky says
Thanks for sharing – a great assortment of GF treats in there. Will be useful for ideas when my niece comes to visit.
Jenn Peas and Crayons says
I cannot wait to try a ton of these! Thanks so so much for featuring my peppers, love! Now let’s get our snack on!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Yes, love snacks! Thanks!
Faith (An Edible Mosaic) says
What a great collection, there is so much inspiration here! I want to start with that insanely amazing looking sticky bun chia seed pudding – yum! Thanks so much for including me.
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Healthy sticky buns – right?!