Travel Snacks for Babies & Toddlers (Part 2)
Travelling with babies and toddlers can be exciting… and slightly chaotic 😅 Between managing naps, playtime, and diaper changes, food becomes the biggest concern—especially when you want to avoid packaged snacks as much as possible. For our recent travel, I prepared a few simple, homemade snacks that were easy to carry, non-messy, and familiar for my baby. Sharing them here along with easy recipes and other snack ideas you can rely on while travelling.
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Swati Jain
2/5/20262 min read
Easy Homemade Travel Snacks for Babies & Toddlers
Healthy, Mess-Free & Parent-Approved
Travelling with babies and toddlers can feel overwhelming — especially when it comes to food. Hunger meltdowns, messy meals, and limited options outside can make journeys stressful.
The solution?
👉 Simple, homemade travel snacks that are dry, familiar, and easy to pack.
In this guide, I’m sharing easy homemade travel snacks, how to pack them, and extra snack ideas that work beautifully for train, car, and flight journeys.
Save this for your next trip ✈️
Why Homemade Snacks Work Best for Travel
✔ Familiar tastes keep babies comfortable
✔ Less chance of tummy issues
✔ Easy to control ingredients
✔ No dependence on outside food
✔ Budget-friendly & stress-free
Best Homemade Travel Snacks for Babies & Toddlers
Murmura Roasted in Ghee (Rice Puffs)
A light, crunchy snack that babies love to munch on.
How to make:
Roast plain rice murmura in ghee on low flame. Add a pinch of turmeric and salt. Cool completely before storing.
Why it’s perfect for travel:
Light on digestion
Non-messy
Easy finger food
Makhana Roasted in Olive Oil
Crispy makhana is one of the easiest snacks to prepare.
How to make:
Roast makhana in olive oil on low flame until crisp. Add a pinch of salt and cool fully.
Why it’s perfect for travel:
Keeps baby full longer
Rich in calcium
Stays fresh for hours
Homemade Khakhra
A great alternative to biscuits when made at home.
How to make:
Roll thin wheat rotis and cook slowly on tawa or khakhra machine until fully crisp. Cool and break into small pieces.
Why it’s perfect for travel:
Long shelf life
Easy to pack
Familiar roti taste
Homemade Granola
Energy-packed and versatile.
How to make:
Dry roast oats. Add ghee, peanut butter, raisins, cranberries, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and flaxseed powder. Cool and store airtight.
Why it’s perfect for travel:
High energy
Can be eaten dry
Great for longer journeys
Mixed Dry Fruits (Chopped or Powdered)
Simple, nutritious, and fuss-free.
How to prepare:
Chop or powder almonds, cashews, walnuts, and raisins. Store in small containers.
Why it’s perfect for travel:
No cooking needed
Easy to portion
Nutrient-dense
Murmura Laddoo (Puffed Rice Laddoo)
A soft, easy-to-hold snack for travel.
How to make:
Mix roasted murmura with melted jaggery and ghee. Shape into small laddoos and cool.
Why it’s perfect for travel:
No crumbs
Easy to eat
Naturally sweet
Travel Snack Packing Tips
📌 Always pack snacks in airtight containers
📌 Let snacks cool completely before packing
📌 Carry small portions to avoid waste
📌 Keep one snack box easily accessible
📌 Prefer dry snacks over wet foods
📌 Carry wipes, bibs, and napkins
📌 Offer food only when baby is seated
📌 Stick to familiar foods during travel
More Homemade Snack Ideas for Travel
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Steamed sweet potato or potato cubes
Mini idlis or soft dosa pieces
Stuffed paratha strips (aloo / paneer)
Vegetable tikkis or cutlets from home
Nuts & seeds laddoos
Jowar puffs or rice puffs
Oats and banana cookies
Suji rusk or toast fingers
Banana chips (homemade)
Poha or khichdi premix (add hot water)
Final Thoughts
Travelling with babies doesn’t require fancy food — just simple, homemade, and familiar snacks. These small preparations help babies eat better, feel secure, and enjoy the journey just as much as we do.
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Happy travelling & happy snacking!
— Nivu & Vayu