How To Incorporate Apples In Lunch Boxes: 5 Delicious Ways!
by Tracy Shaw
Get ready for back-to-school season with these creative and nutritious lunch ideas! Discover the health benefits of apples and how to incorporate apples in lunch boxes with easy recipes like Ham, Apple, and Cheese Wraps, Mini Chocolate Apple Muffins, and more. The 2024 Back To School Campaign has raised $12,000 for the Foundation For Fresh Produce to support children’s accessibility to fresh fruits and vegetables thanks to our amazing partners, like JAZZ™ apples.
Back to school season is an exciting, busy and sometimes stressful time! So, let us help a bit by sharing some ideas about what to pack in those school lunch boxes. Apples are delicious and nutritious food that can be incorporated into your child’s lunch box in a variety of ways.
We all know the saying An apple a day 😉 but you might be wondering why people say it, so let’s chat about the health benefits of apples. Your kids might like to learn about them too!
Health Benefits of Apples
Apples are rich in fiber which helps to keep you feeling full and helps to regulate blood sugar levels. They also have antioxidants, namely quercetin, which can keep inflammation at bay, enhance brain health, and keep your gut and microbiome healthy. Apples also contain vitamin C which can help to boost your immune system (important during back to school season), strengthen your bones, and help to repair cells. Apples are also very hydrating because they are about 85% water.
Registered Dietitian, Chelsea LeBlanc says JAZZ apples are a delightful blend of sweetness and crunch, making them a perfect snack. They are rich in dietary fiber, which support digestive health, and are packed with vitamins like C and A, which boost the immune system.
JAZZ apples aren’t just any apple, JAZZ apples are perfectly sized to be a snack apple, so you can enjoy them at home, school, work, and play! They are crisp with a tangy and sweet flavor that you just can’t get enough of.
Now that you know some of the health benefits of juicy and delicious apples, let’s talk about some ways that you can incorporate them into your child’s lunchbox! Don’t forget to add them to yours too 😉
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5 Easy Ways How To Incorporate Apples In Lunch Boxes
Simply add them to the lunch box
It doesn’t get much easier than simply packing a JAZZ apple in your child’s lunchbox. If your kiddo prefers apple slices to whole apples here are some tips to help keep them from getting brown.
Ham, Apple, and Cheese Wraps
If you are looking for a lunchtime meal that’s easy to make and that you can be confident your kids will actually eat, put some of these ham, apple, and cheese wraps in their lunchbox. All you need is a tangy, sweet JAZZ apple cut into slices with a few slices of deli ham, and cheddar cheese to wrap around each apple slice. It’s quick, easy, tasty, and you could even let the kids make and pack it themselves. This is a versatile recipe where you could easily swap out the type of lunch meat or cheese to keep things interesting.
Mini Chocolate JAZZ™ Apples Muffins
Everyone enjoys a bite of something sweet every once in a while and these mini chocolate JAZZ apple muffins fit the bill. These little mini muffins are perfect for lunchboxes and they taste amazing too. Chocolate and apples might not always be the first flavor combination you think of but they work really well together. One JAZZ apple and some basic kitchen ingredients are all you need to make a batch of these delicious muffins anytime.
Protein Power Lunch Box
Protein is an important part of a healthy diet and an essential part of every cell in your body. That’s why you are going to love these protein power lunch boxes, and the best part is you can let the kids pack them! Make some hard boiled eggs at the beginning of the week (or buy them already boiled) and let the kids do the rest.
Hard boiled eggs and cheese are all excellent sources of protein. Throw in some grapes, apple slices, and a whole wheat pita, and lunch is ready to go. You could also include some baby carrots, and cucumber slices depending on how hungry your kids get at lunchtime. This lunch is an amazing choice for kids who have sports practice after school.
Simple JAZZ Apple Crisps
These simple JAZZ apple crisps are a “chip” you can feel good about including in your child’s school lunch box. They are naturally sweet and tangy and perfect for when you are craving something with a little crunch! They are so easy to make in the oven or dehydrator, and they will keep for several days in an airtight container so you can use them all week long!
These are just a few of the many ways that you can include apples in your child’s lunchbox. Wondering what the best way to pack your child’s lunch box is? Check out this post for some helpful tips!
Looking for more delicious ways to incorporate apples into your menus? You can find more of their amazing recipes here and they add new ones all of the time! Apples are delicious and portable so make sure that you keep them around, not just for lunch boxes but for healthy breakfast and snacks too!
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