20 Back to school lunchbox recipes to make busy school mornings easier and help take the stress out of packing lunches. This collection includes 11 sweet and 9 savoury recipes, with plenty suitable for batch cooking and freezing. From muffins, scones and oat bars to savoury rolls, mini quiches and egg muffins, there’s something for everyone. Prepare ahead for the school week and enjoy delicious, homemade lunchbox favourites ready whenever you need them.
Lunchbox Mini Scones: Perfectly Portable Treats!
Looking for a delightful addition to your child’s lunchbox? These Lunchbox Mini Scones are not only easy to make, but they also make for a delicious snack that’s perfect for any time of the day! Light, fluffy, and just the right size, these scones are sure to be a hit. Let’s get baking!
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One of my most popular lunchbox bakes, these Mini Scones are always a crowd-pleaser. Their soft, fluffy texture and perfectly bite-sized shape make them ideal for little hands, and it’s easy to see why they’ve become so popular! Pack them into school lunchboxes, serve them as an after-school snack, or enjoy them warm with a little butter. However you serve them, these scones are simple, versatile and delicious.
Oat & Chocolate Chip Cookies
These easy Oat & Chocolate Chip Cookies are made with rolled oats, wholemeal flour and simple ingredients. A wholesome, freezer-friendly homemade treat perfect for lunchboxes, beach days and summer snacks.
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Veggie packed chocolate muffins
These Veggie-Packed Chocolate Chip Muffins are a healthy, family-friendly bake made with hidden spinach, carrot and banana for an extra boost of goodness. Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and studded with chocolate chips, they're perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks and little hands to help make in the kitchen.
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Carrot and Honey Baked Oats,
These Carrot and Honey Baked Oats are a healthy, budget-friendly lunchbox snack. Quick to make, naturally sweet, and perfect for busy mornings.
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Baked oat bites
Make these easy, healthy baked oat bites for breakfast, lunchboxes, or snacks. Freezer-friendly, kid-approved, and perfect for batch baking!
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Healthier flabjacks
Healthier flapjacks made with oats and naturally sweet dates. A quick, wholesome snack perfect for lunchboxes, busy mornings, or when the cupboards are running low.
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ABC Muffins
Soft, moist, and naturally sweet, these ABC Muffins (Apple, Banana, Carrot) are the ultimate lunchbox staple. Packed with hidden fruit and veg, they’re a delicious way to add a little extra goodness to your day. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and loved by kids and grown-ups alike—this is one bake you'll come back to again and again. Perfect for snacks, school lunches, or a quick grab-and-go breakfast!
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Raspberry and lemon scones
With just a few simple ingredients, you can make and bake these delicious treats in under an hour! They're light, zesty, and just the right amount of sweet to brighten up your day. Whether you need a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack, these scones are sure to satisfy.
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The Best Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins 🍌🍫
Looking for a delicious way to use up those ripe bananas sitting on your counter? These Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins are the perfect treat! Easy to make, moist, and bursting with chocolatey goodness, they’re a hit with kids and grown-ups alike.
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Easy Apple and Date Oat Bars: A Delicious Snack!
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Delicious Raspberry and Banana Lunchbox Muffins
Looking for a tasty and nutritious treat to tuck into your kids’ lunchboxes? These Raspberry and Banana Muffins are the perfect solution! Bursting with fruity flavour and a hint of sweetness, they’re easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe!
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Chicken & Sweetcorn Pasta Salad
This easy Chicken & Sweetcorn Pasta Salad is the perfect summer recipe for picnics, barbecues and family lunches. A budget-friendly, creamy pasta salad that's quick to make and loved by everyone.
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Spinach & Feta Egg Muffins
These easy Spinach & Feta Egg Muffins are a high-protein meal prep recipe that's perfect for busy mornings, packed lunches or healthy snacks. Ready in 30 minutes and ideal for the whole family.
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Chickpea pesto rolls
Easy chickpea pesto rolls perfect for lunchboxes, days out, and road trips. A simple, family-friendly recipe kids will love.
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High Fibre Bread Rolls
Soft, nourishing, and full of fibre, these high fibre bread rolls are made with milled flaxseed and simple ingredients. Perfect for lunches, soups, or open sandwiches, they’re an easy way to eat well without complication.
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Easy Cheese Rolls
Delicious, soft cheese rolls made with Greek yoghurt. Quick, easy, and perfect for Christmas, soup, or lunchboxes.
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Simple Veg Soup
This Simple Veg Soup is warm, nourishing, and endlessly adaptable, making it the perfect recipe to keep on hand for busy days. It’s made with simple ingredients, comes together with minimal fuss, and is ideal for quick lunches, easy dinners, or stashing away in the freezer for later. Even better, it’s a fantastic way to use up leftover vegetables, helping to reduce food waste while saving money and time.
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3-ingredient bread rolls
These quick and easy 3-ingredient bread rolls are soft, fluffy, and ready in under 30 minutes — no yeast, no rising time, and perfect for lunchboxes. A fun, fuss-free bake the kids can help with too!
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Mini Bacon & Cheese Quiches
These Mini Bacon & Cheese Quiches are the perfect snack or lunchbox filler! Easy to make, they’re packed with savoury bacon and melted cheddar, all wrapped in crispy shortcrust pastry. Bake a batch, freeze the extras, and you’ve got a quick meal or snack ready for busy days, school runs, or picnics. Hot or cold, these little quiches are a family favourite that’s both convenient and delicious!
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Easy Cheese Rolls
Looking for a fun, savoury change from the usual sandwich routine? These easy lunchbox fillers are crispy, tasty, and perfect for little hands. Made with simple ingredients and no nuts, they’re school-safe, customisable, and a great way to sneak in a few extra veggies. Even better—kids can help make them! Whether you’re packing lunch for school or work, these bites are a fuss-free, delicious option the whole family will love.
I hope these 20 back to school lunchbox recipes give you plenty of inspiration for the weeks ahead. With sweet and savoury options, there’s something for every lunchbox and little appetite. Many can be made ahead and frozen, making busy school mornings that little bit easier. Save this post for your next lunchbox prep day, and don’t forget to tag @littleloucooks when you make one!
2 thoughts on “20 Back to school lunchbox recipes”
I love all of them, but my favorite was Spinach & Feta Egg Muffins, kids love them too. Thank you for sharing it.
So pleased to hear it thank you. x