Back to School Recipes
That’s exactly why I put together this collection of my favorite back-to-school recipes. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfasts, easy lunches, simple snacks, or family-friendly dinners, you’ll find recipes that are practical, delicious, and made with real life in mind.
Many of these recipes can be prepped ahead, frozen for later, or made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. My goal is to help make your school year feel just a little less hectic so you can spend more time making memories and less time wondering what’s for dinner.
I hope these recipes become favorites in your home and help make this school year your easiest (and tastiest!) one yet.
Breakfasts
Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. These Puff Pastry Pigs in a Blanket are the kind of cozy, crowd-pleasing snack that disappear the second they hit the table. Flaky, buttery pastry wrapped around juicy little...
Healthier Cinnamon Streusel Donuts
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Skip to recipe These Healthier Donuts are proof that you don’t need deep frying to enjoy a delicious, bakery-style treat. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and finished with a...
Sausage Pancake Bites
Skip to recipe These Sausage Pancake Bites are the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast for busy mornings! Savory sausage is folded into a lightly sweet, spiced pancake batter and baked into bite-sized muffins with golden, crisp bottoms—thanks to a quick preheat trick....
Lunches
Turkey Ranch Pinwheels
Skip to recipe If you’re looking for a quick, kid-approved recipe that doubles as a fun snack or an easy lunchbox win, these Turkey Ranch Pinwheels are it. Flaky pizza dough wraps around savory turkey, melty cheddar, and a pop of hidden veggies, all tied together with...
Beef and Cheese Burritos
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Skip to recipe These Beef & Cheese Burritos with Veggies are the ultimate family-friendly meal. They’re loaded with savory ground beef, melty cheese, and a boost of hidden...
Pizza Pockets
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Skip to recipe There’s something about pizza that just never gets old - especially when it comes in a fun, hand-held form. These homemade pizza pockets are everything kids love...
Snacks
Homemade Kudos Bars
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. If you grew up finding a Kudos Bar tucked into your lunchbox, this recipe is sure to bring back some sweet memories. These homemade bars have everything you loved about the...
After School Chocolate Banana “Milkshakes”
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Skip to recipe This Chocolate Banana Milkshake is the perfect balance of fun and nutrition - your kids will think they’re sipping on dessert, but you’ll know it’s full of wholesome...
After School Banana Bread
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Skip to recipe There’s nothing better than coming home from school to the smell of fresh banana bread baking in the oven. This recipe is naturally sweetened, soft and moist on the...
School Night Dinners
Sheet Pan Pasta Bake
Skip to recipe Sheet Pan Pasta Bake Ingredients: 16 ounces of whole wheat penne pasta 1 24-ounce jar of marinara sauce 16 ounces of pre-cooked turkey meatballs 1 can of diced tomatoes 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 package of...
Sheet Pan Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Nuggets
Skip to recipe Sheet Pan Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Nuggets Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken breast tenderloins 4 cups cornflakes, crushed (you can use a ziplock bag and mallet or food processor) 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp...
Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos
Skip to recipe Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, thinly sliced 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded 1 cup low fat mozzarella cheese 1 cup low fat cheddar cheese 1/2 red onion, diced 1 tomato, diced 3/4 cup BBQ sauce of choice (pay attention...