Last Updated on 12th December 2020 by Emma
I love savory snacks, for when I’m needing a little pick me up but it’s not yet time for something sweet.
Now you could say any time is sweet time, but I try to be good for the majority of each day.
Which means sweet things are reserved for either after dinner or the weekend.
Unless I’ve fallen off the wagon in which case everything goes and usually the sweeter the better!
Snacks are those little treats to both fill you up and make you feel good.
I can’t imagine life without snacks in it, even if I may eat one or two more than I should.
Snacks Versus Your Grocery Budget
The killer for me though has always been the cost of savory snacks to buy.
Because they add up to quite an expense real quick. Sure, 1 pack won’t break your budget but how many snacks do you and yours get through in a week?
Let’s get real, when you are feeding a family you cannot get away with buying a 6 pack of one snack for the week.
That might last a day in many households, if you’re lucky!
And in all honesty a 6 pack of one snack for a couple isn’t enough either – or is that just the hubby and me?!
The reality when you have a very limited budget is that you know snacks are a luxury that perhaps you shouldn’t be buying.
Easy savory snacks that you can make at home without too much fuss is what you need.
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Snacks And Time
It goes without saying that my focus is always on cheap AND easy to make savory snacks.
When you live frugally you are making a determined effort to save money on every aspect of your life.
Which means that things can take a little longer to achieve.
- Washing needs hanging out not throwing into the dryer.
- Dinners are made from scratch not delivered to your door.
- Cars are washed by hand, not taken to the car wash.
You and I don’t want to be making small savory snacks that take forever to assemble.
That, to quote my Dad, is “too much faff”!
Garlic Rosemary Parmesan Pretzels – Tasty and Addicting Snack
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If you are needing a great snack to take to an afternoon get together, check out these tasty Garlic Rosemary Parmesan Pretzels. These are a great salty (and addicting!) snack that won’t stack up the calories on you like chips or crackers!
Cowboy Ranch Cheese-its
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consumerqueen.com
I love recipes that take something that I already love and make it even better. Introducing Cowboy Ranch Cheese-its! You all know Cheese-its. The square shape, the rigid edges and that hole in the middle – everything about this baked snack cracker is the real deal, especially the cheese. And this recipe takes that tastes and make it even better…hard to believe huh?!
Instant Pot Little Smokies With Grape Jelly
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www.thisolemom.com
These Instant Pot Little Smokies With Grape Jelly and Barbecue Sauce is a sweet and savory appetizer. Perfect for serving at any gathering!
Roasted Almonds
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www.cookitrealgood.com
Learn how to make roasted almonds in your oven. Dry roasted almonds are full of flavor and make a fantastic healthy snack.
Easy Air Fryer French Fries (GF, VG)
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recipesfromapantry.com
These ridiculously delicious and easy homemade french fries are quickly made in the air fryer. Try these air fryer french fries at home today – you only need a base of three ingredients!
Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe – Kippi at Home
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kippiathome.com
This classic deviled egg recipe is simple and delicious. It is made with ingredients you probably have on hand. It’s the first item to run out at any gathering. Learn how to make this easy protein-packed comfort food and delight your family.
Homemade Pimento Cheese Recipe • Food Folks and Fun
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foodfolksandfun.net
Pimento Cheese, the southern classic, never tasted so good when paired with buttery crackers. This recipe is simple, portable, and it’s a family snacking favorite!
Roasted Potato Peelings with Rosemary and Sea Salt
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veggiedesserts.com
Make these roasted potato peelings with scraps! Instead of throwing out the peels, just stick them into the oven and you’ll have lovely homemade crispy chips.
Stupid Simple Taco Flavored Chickpeas
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www.seasonalmemories.com
These stupid simple taco flavored chickpeas are seriously so yummy and easy to make! The best part? Make a big batch, and you won’t feel guilty about your kids snacking on them all day!
Use Everything Bagel Seasoning for Easy Peppers Appetizer
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missiontosave.com
This easy peppers appetizer recipe uses Everything Bagel Seasoning for a full flavor in every mini bite. They are low carb and would be perfect for your next party or an everyday snack.
Healthy Ants on a Log Recipe – Keto, Vegan, Low Carb
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www.tastygalaxy.com
If you are looking for a healthy snack recipe that is vegan, low carb, Keto and takes just a few minutes to make, you found it! Keep reading to find out how to make these fun Healthy Ants on a Log With Pecans!
Air Fryer Kale Chips
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www.recipethis.com
Air Fryer Kale Chips. Fresh kale tossed in salt, pepper and extra virgin olive oil, then cooked until crispy in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Roasted Chickpeas (No Oil)
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www.recipethis.com
Air Fryer Roasted Chickpeas. How to air fry chickpeas without oil, with different flavor combinations. My number #1 favorite healthy air fryer snack, that is so easy you will be wondering why it took you so long before you cooked air fryer chickpeas.
Savory Harvest Popcorn -Food Meanderings
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foodmeanderings.com
I love shortcut recipes and in my world it’s called SURVIVAL. There are very few time-consuming recipes in my life these days that survive unless they can be shortened. This delicious tangy, lemony, garlicky, hickory, dilly popcorn seasoning in a quick recipe has just got to be tried.
Savoury Ham Carrot & Cheese Muffins Recipe
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www.simplifycreateinspire.com
These delicious savory ham, carrot and cheese muffins are super easy to make, have hidden veggies and you can freeze for later.
Healthy kitty rice cakes
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www.amummytoo.co.uk
Healthy and delicious kitty rice cakes with cream cheese and chives.
Air Fryer Passover Matzo Taco Chips
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thisoldgal.com
Air Fryer Passover Matzo Taco Chips are a great alternative to Nacho Cheese Doritos Tortilla Chips during the Passover holiday. Made with pantry staples and quick toasting in the Air Fryer, snacks won’t be boring at all!
Air Fryer Chickpeas
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littlesunnykitchen.com
These Air Fryer chickpeas make a tasty and healthy snack! They’re spicy, crunchy, vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant protein. Enjoy them as a snack, in buddha bowls, top your salads, sandwiches, or even soups!
Avocado Hummus
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littlesunnykitchen.com
Avocado hummus is the best version of hummus! It’s so rich, super creamy, and absolutely delicious! Think hummus meets guacamole, I can’t think of a combination that’s better. A perfect snack to go with chips, crackers, veggie sticks, or even to be used as a spread to make delicious sandwiches.
Taco Dry Roasted Chickpeas
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Just 3 ingredients make this flavorsome super quick snack.
Potato Skin Chips – Waste to Wonderful
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bellyrumbles.com
Potato skin chips are exactly what they sound like, crunchy fried chips (crisps) made from potato peel. Turn potential waste into something sensational.
Sour Cream Chip Dip With Cream Cheese and Cheddar
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www.thisvivaciouslife.com
If you are looking for the ultimate sour cream chip dip, than look no further. This dip is ready in 10 minutes will make even the toughest critic ask for seconds.
Baby Food Jar – Chaat Masala Nuts
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craftbits.com
Make a yummy scrumptious Chaat masala peanut mix for a baby food jar. The perfect snack size treat.
Italian Potato Croquettes
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www.gohealthyeverafter.com
Italian potato croquettes with a crunchy golden shell and soft gooey cheese oozing out from the inside.
Healthy Homemade Vegan Doritos (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
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strengthandsunshine.com
An easy and healthy copycat recipe for your favorite bold-flavored tortilla chip snack! Homemade Vegan Doritos in classic “nacho cheese” flavor that are gluten-free, allergy-free, and baked instead of fried! Addicting, crunchy, and great for parties!
Homemade Tortilla Chips
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missiontosave.com
These chips were a little thicker/ more dense than regular bagged chips. These would be great to serve at a party with hummus or salsa. And to kick up the “gourmet” vibe, maybe use a coarse “fancy” salt in the final step.
Cucumber Hummus Bites
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www.acedarspoon.com
Cucumber Hummus Bites make the perfect finger food and appetizer for your next party or get together. Crisp cucumbers slices are topped with roasted red pepper hummus, tomatoes, feta cheese and fresh parsley.
Pickled Eggs
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dishnthekitchen.com
Pickled Eggs are a long standing family tradition. They are simple to make and are an easy snack during card games and games nights. No canning required!
Homemade Gluten-Free + Vegan Goldfish (Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)
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strengthandsunshine.com
Nothing says childhood more than Goldfish crackers! Now you can make your own Homemade Gluten-Free & Vegan Goldfish that are top 8 allergy-free, grain-free, sugar-free, and secretly protein-packed! A healthy snack recipe mom’s and kids will love!
Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
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www.acedarspoon.com
Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas are a great snack for the whole family and can be made sweet or spicy or even plain with a drizzle of olive oil. They are vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and offer you fiber and protein.
Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Stalks
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twohealthykitchens.com
These disappear in a flash – a terrific little snack with just a couple of ingredients! They’re quick, easy, and thrifty, and they deliciously utilize a part of the vegetable that’s often otherwise discarded!
How to Make Homemade Granola
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www.mommalew.com
How to Make Homemade Granola – This homemade granola recipe is super simple and easy! Plus, it’s healthy and filling thanks to ingredients like maple syrup, almonds, and oats. Serve your homemade granola over yogurt, oatmeal, or just by the handful!
Roasted Corn Nuts – Homemade and Healthy Snack!
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brooklynfarmgirl.com
Homemade Roasted Corn Kernel Nuts that taste just like Corn Nuts you buy in the store! This DIY how to make corn nuts recipe is easy to make and only uses 4 ingredients!
Gluten Free Chickpea Muffins (Chickpea Flour Savoury Muffins)
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mindbodyandspiritwellbeing.com
These healthy chickpea flour baking recipe is a top stinging nettle recipe excellent for going gluten free for beginners, to sneak greens into food and experience the nettle leaf powder benefits!
Easy Homemade Cheez-It Crackers | Recipe
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www.barthbakery.com
This tasty, unprocessed homemade version of the popular snack is even better than the real thing. These quick and easy, tender yet crunchy crackers are cheesy, salty, and buttery, and are sure to be your new favorite snack food.
Homemade Parmesan and Rosemary Crackers
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foodal.com
If you’ve never made your own cheese crackers before, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. This recipe is extremely simple and you can make an entire batch in just 30 minutes, with just a handful of ingredients.
Easy Homemade Gluten Free Chex Mix
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www.hunnyimhomediy.com
Gluten free Chex mix is so easy to make. To start, you have to make the seasoning sauce, which is a yummy mix of butter, hot sauce, fresh garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Lawry’s season.
Animal Chow Trail Mix Recipe
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funlearninglife.com
This Animal Chow Trail Mix has such a toasty and sweet flavor, humans big and small will want to dive right in.
Real Food Homemade Honey Roasted Peanuts
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raiasrecipes.com
Love honey roasted peanuts, but not the unhealthy ingredients in the store-bought ones? These easy, Real Food Homemade Honey Roasted Peanuts are sure to be a sweet hit.
Avocado deviled eggs
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ahedgehoginthekitchen.com
Avocado deviled eggs are a gourmet home cook’s dream! They are easy to pull together, look beautiful as an appetizer when having friends over and are so tasty.
Nicaraguan guacamole – A Hedgehog in the Kitchen
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ahedgehoginthekitchen.com
Nicaraguan guacamole is overflowing with avocado, hard boiled eggs, cilantro, lime and red onion. You will love this authentic Nicaraguan dish.
Easy Savory Snacks Is Key
I am not a great fan of cooking and I detest making pastry (that whole thing of rubbing butter in flour sends shivers down my spine!)
So I used to have a list of savory snacks to buy that were the cheapest of cheap, which means they weren’t always healthy or even that nice tasting.
Until I finally bit the bullet and stated making my own.
I thought I would be spending hours in the kitchen making some nice, healthy savory snacks for kids that would then get wolfed down in record time.
Leaving an empty tin and the need to start all over again.
And to be fair, that did happen the first few times.
But then we got used to the idea that really tasty (healthy!) snacks were always available and so there was no need to eat them so quickly.
Finally we could have snacks we really enjoyed and they didn’t mean blowing our super tight grocery budget.
But they had to be easy to make snacks because I am no gourmet cook, nor did I have time to be baking every other day.
Quick and easy is my kind of cooking. And tasty of course!
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Your questions answered
The best savory snacks are those that you enjoy in small quantities and don’t have you constantly reaching for me. Too much of one thing becomes unhealthy real quick!
You can make all of these easy savory snack recipes at home and there are many more recipes out there to try. I prefer quick and easy ones, you may have a different preference.
Savory foods are considered those that are not sweet. Although strangely, some savory foods have a little sweetener added, usually to give the food a depth of flavor, without turning it into a sweet dessert.
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